Perma Column

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Perma-Column is a precast concrete column that raises the wood post completely above the ground surface. The post connects to the concrete via a heavy-duty steel anchor bracket, eliminating wood-to-soil contact entirely. Feature | Specification Concrete Strength: 10,000 PSI (3x stronger than standard concrete)Reinforcement: Internal steel reinforcementConnection: ½” thru-bolt + galvanized uplift anchorPost Attachment: Steel […]

Green Posts

A 3D illustration of a vertical wooden post with the upper half in light brown and the lower half in dark green, featuring a notched, zigzag cut near the bottom.

The Green Post™ System uses a heat-shrinking process to apply a heavy-duty, multi-layer wrap to the bottom of each post, creating a complete barrier against soil contact. Double Barrier: Polyethylene wrap (a proven damp-proof membrane used for 50+ years) plus bitumen (a protective wood coating used for over 1,200 years). Uplift Restraint: A built-in notch […]

Post Protectors

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Post Protectors are a barrier system that slides over the bottom end of a post before it is buried. The heavy-duty sleeve prevents microorganisms in the soil from contacting the wood, stopping decay before it starts. Easy Installation: Simply slides over the end of each post. Longevity: 449-year geo-application life rating (tested for underground use). […]

Direct Burial

The most straightforward approach. Posts are set directly into holes dug in the ground, then backfilled. Modern treated wood products are rated for ground contact and resist decay. Best for: Agricultural buildings, equipment sheds, and structures where simplicity and cost savings are priorities. Key Requirement: Use only pressure-treated lumber rated for ground contact. Untreated wood […]

Laminated Columns

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Laminated columns are manufactured by gluing together multiple individual treated boards under pressure. This process creates a stronger, straighter, more stable post. Superior Treatment Penetration: With a solid post, CCA (copper-based preservative) treatment cannot fully penetrate to the center. Laminated columns achieve 100% CCA protection because every board is treated before assembly. Reduced Movement: The […]

Treated Solid Posts

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Solid posts are made from a single, continuous piece of dimensional lumber. Because they are minimally processed, they are the most economical option. Best for: Budget-conscious projects, secondary buildings, and applications where some natural wood movement is acceptable. Consideration: As solid posts dry and age, they may be more susceptible to cracking, checking, and twisting […]