Recycled Posts: Long-Lasting Fence Posts Made from Recycled Plastic
Recycled posts do not rot, do not splinter and never need painting. Here you will find posts in different profiles for permanent paddocks and fields.
Recycled Posts: Low-Maintenance and Durable in the Field
Recycled posts are made from reused plastic. They absorb hardly any water, do not rot and do not develop soft spots even after many years in the ground. That makes recycled plastic posts a low-maintenance alternative to wooden posts for permanent fences. In horse paddocks, cattle pastures and gardens they give a calm, uniform look, and a recycled post works well for corners and straight runs alike.
Square, Cross Profile or Pointed
The square recycled post has flat sides where insulators and gate handles are easy to screw on. The cross profile is lighter yet still offers plenty of stability, because the ribs stiffen the post. A recycled post with a point can be driven straight in without pre-drilling or digging a hole. So you choose the profile to suit your ground and the way you want to fix the fence. For a horse paddock, many owners choose the square profile for its calm look.
Insulators and Installation
Recycled plastic hardly conducts electricity, but dirt and moisture can drain voltage over time. That is why you fix polywire, polyrope or polytape with insulators here too. Screws hold well in the material, though you should still pre-drill for larger screws. Recycled posts are a little more flexible than wood. On long, tightly tensioned fence lines, set the corner posts especially deep or brace them as well. Choose highly visible conductors, especially for horses, so the animals can clearly see the boundary.
Frequently asked questions
How long do recycled posts last?
Because the plastic does not decay, recycled posts last a very long time in the ground, often much longer than untreated timber. Sunlight can lighten the surface a little over time, but that hardly affects stability.
Can I drive recycled posts into the ground?
Drive pointed posts in with a heavy plastic mallet or a rammer. For posts without a point, drill or make a pilot hole first and compact the soil firmly around them.
Do I need insulators on recycled posts?
Yes, use insulators. That way you always keep a safe gap between conductor and post, even when dirt and moisture build up on the surface.
Fence Posts Made from Recycled Plastic
If you are planning a permanent fence and want to spend as little time as possible looking after the posts, recycled posts are a good choice. They are made from reused plastic, absorb hardly any water and do not rot even in damp ground. No painting is needed. In this section you will find square posts with flat faces for insulators and gate handles, cross profile posts, and pointed recycled posts for driving straight in. With them you can build paddocks for horses, pastures for cattle, sheep and goats, or fences around garden and yard. Add insulators and a suitable conductor and you have an electric fence that stays reliably in place for many years. At gates, too, the posts hold gate handles and insulators securely. Because the surface stays smooth, there are no splinters that could hurt animals or hands.