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PRO MemberPermalink Reply by Rowly Hill on January 25, 2012 at 22:04

I think you're talking about machined round poles ( that's the terminology we use  here anyway)

Here's a link to my supplier so you can get an idea of retail prices ( ex vat) - you have to register to get the trade price.

 http://www.efcfencing.com/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&Itemi...

Try these quys  -http://www.derekfoxtimber.co.uk/sawn_and_round_timber/ as they appear to be near to you.

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Permalink Reply by Gareth Main @ Newick Landscapes on January 25, 2012 at 22:35

Have been building a raised bed from these this week, look pretty good with the tapered top.

Most fencing merchants stock these. I paid about £2+VAT per linear metre for 4" machined round.

You could also do the tapered edge with a Jig saw if used carefully.

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Permalink Reply by Simon Smith on January 26, 2012 at 11:50

there is a product similar to what your after called uni-log?

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Permalink Reply by Colin Hunt on January 26, 2012 at 16:20

Have used this type of retainer many times.  If using jump rails, the quality can vary tho, we had some that rotted within 5 years - not good!  Take a look at this site http://www.mmtimber.co.uk/  if you want to be on the safe side.

When installing, as Paul says, bed on lean-mix and I would get some small sheradised pins just to tack the tops together as you go, otherwise they tend to wobble about.  One third concreted in the ground and two thirds out is the norm.  When doing straight runs, use a line for height and a scaffold board to butt against.  For a radius, butt up against a 4 x 1 trammel.

I've just noticed you mention 6" above ground, so you will obviously need more than 2" concreted in!

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Permalink Reply by Si @ GS on January 31, 2012 at 20:55

Sorry for the late reply. Only just managed to get back down at the computer. Thanks for the advice, was a great help as always!

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