Q I am planning to replace a wooden fence that is in bad repair with fence posts that are beginning to rot. I need some advice on the type of lumber that would be the most durable and long-lasting.

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Q: I have an older wood fence with rotten posts. In the last windstorm, part of it fell over. The fence boards are in good shape, so I'd like to reuse them. But, clearly new posts are required. I ...

Garden fences can be expensive to replace and many households are losing money by not looking after them properly. Wooden fence posts are especially at risk, and if they rot, the whole structure can ...

Fencing contractors are being urged to find alternatives to wood when installing new fence posts given the tendency for traditional materials to rot. The suggestion is being made by the Association of ...