Explore our range of wooden fence posts for building traditional, practical and reliable garden fencing. Timber posts provide a natural appearance and can be used with a wide variety of fencing systems, including closeboard panels, waney lap panels, decorative panels, trellis, feather edge fencing and post and rail installations.
Wooden fence posts are available in different lengths and section sizes to suit low garden boundaries, standard panel fencing, taller privacy fencing and heavier-duty installations. Choosing the correct post size is important for providing enough support above ground while allowing sufficient depth below ground for a secure installation.
Many of our timber posts are pressure treated to help improve resistance to rot, fungal decay and general outdoor weathering. Pressure treatment helps protect the timber throughout the post, making treated wooden posts a practical choice for long-term outdoor use.
Wooden posts can be fixed directly into the ground using suitable post-mix concrete or installed with compatible post supports and bolt-down brackets where appropriate. They can also be cut, drilled and fixed more easily than concrete posts, making them suitable for both professional installers and DIY fencing projects.
Wooden Post Options
- Square timber fence posts
- Pressure-treated wooden posts
- Posts in selected lengths and section sizes
- Posts for fence panels and gravel boards
- Posts for closeboard and feather edge fencing
- Posts for trellis and decorative screening
- Posts for post and rail fencing
Key Features
- Natural timber appearance
- Suitable for a wide range of fencing systems
- Available in different lengths and section sizes
- Pressure-treated options help protect against rot and decay
- Can be cut, drilled and fixed during installation
- Suitable for new fence runs and replacement projects
- Compatible with suitable post caps, supports and fixings
Ideal For
- Closeboard and feather edge fencing
- Waney lap fence panel installations
- Decorative and slatted fence panels
- Picket fencing and garden gates
- Trellis and screening panels
- Post and rail fencing
- Replacing damaged or rotten timber posts
Product Benefits
- Provides dependable support for fencing components
- Creates a traditional and natural garden finish
- Offers installation flexibility for different fence styles
- Can be easily adapted and fixed on site
- Available in sizes for light-duty and more demanding projects
- Pressure treatment can help extend the usable life of the timber
- Suitable for professional and DIY installations
Choosing the Right Wooden Fence Post
Select the post section according to the weight, height and style of the fencing being installed. Larger post sections provide additional strength and are generally more suitable for taller panels, heavy gates and exposed locations.
Choose a post length that allows for the finished fence height, any gravel board and sufficient depth below ground. The installation depth will depend on the post length, ground conditions, fence height and exposure of the site.
Where a fence terminates or changes direction, suitable end or corner posts may be required. Three-way layouts may need an additional timber post or specialist arrangement depending on the fencing design.
Installation and Care
Install wooden posts vertically and at the correct spacing using suitable post-mix concrete, ground supports or bolt-down post holders. Keep the post aligned while the fixing material sets and avoid loading the post with heavy panels too early.
Where pressure-treated timber is cut or drilled, apply a suitable end-grain treatment to exposed areas. A compatible post cap can be fitted to help protect the top of the post and provide a neat finished appearance.
Check for underground pipes, cables and drainage before digging. Periodic inspection and maintenance can help identify movement, damage or exposed timber before further deterioration occurs.
Complete Your Timber Fencing Project
Pair your wooden posts with suitable fence panels, gravel boards and fencing accessories.
Browse our post caps and finials, bolt downs and post supports and screws, nails and fixings for compatible installation components.
You can also explore our wider range of fence posts and concrete fence posts.
