Where to buy creosote fence posts?

[DennisH]

At some point in the future I will be putting in about 1800' of 4 rail fenching. Where does one go to buy creosote fence posts and boarding (black in color)?

I know I can't buy the liquid but also can't seem to find any info on the internet about buying fencing in bulk.

Can anyone tell me what I should except to pay?

 

[maybar]

At some point in the future I will be putting in about 1800' of 4 rail fenching. Where does one go to buy creosote fence posts and boarding (black in color)?

I know I can't buy the liquid but also can't seem to find any info on the internet about buying fencing in bulk.

Can anyone tell me what I should except to pay?

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Historically Farmer's CO-OPs or bridge supply companies were usually a good choice. As for cost I have no idea what today's market is.

 

[Egon]

You may not be able to find creosote treated posts anymore.

 

[DennisH]

You may not be able to find creosote treated posts anymore.

What is the fence company using that are black in color?

 

[Mousefield]

Up our way they have banned creosote, not good for the environment.:thumbsup: Haven't seen black fencing. We use round pressure treated posts, they are a light green color. Get our's from the local fence supply company, have all kinds of fencing material and posts.

 

[ustmd]

I thought creosote was banned in the US in 2006 or 2007.

It is not banned in Europe.

 

[tractorshopper]

The black fencing is asphalt paint. Adheres very well and lasts a long time. Should be able to find at Tractor Supply or some similar place.

 

[tractorshopper]

Around here, most nice estate fences like you're talking about use 4X6 pressure treated posts and 1"x6" railing (some use pressure treated 5/4" boards; others use 1"x6" non pressure treated) then paint with asphalt paint. Best place for lumber is a local lumber yard that building contractors use. Better grade material for less $ usually than the box stores. Local lumber yard should be able to help you and put a quote together for all materials.

 

[MarkV]

They do use a fence paint around here that is black. I was told it was a asphalt base and long lasting. Never had a need to look into myself. Nice look though.

MarkV

 

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