The Story
A drive-in post spike for 75mm x 75mm timber posts, this oxide red galvanised steel spike drives 750mm into the ground to give a firm, concrete-free fixing for garden fencing, gates, and pergolas in most standard soil conditions.
Specifications
| Material | Galvanised steel |
| Finish | Oxide red |
| Nominal Size | 75mm x 75mm (post socket) |
| Length | 750mm |
| Treatment | Galvanised with oxide red coating for corrosion resistance |
What it's used for
- Setting timber fence posts without concrete in domestic garden fencing
- Fixing gate posts for timber field or garden gates
- Anchoring pergola uprights and garden structure posts
- Replacing rotted or damaged posts where the spike can be re-driven into undisturbed ground
Fitting and handling
Mark your post positions and use a post driver or block of timber to protect the spike collar as you drive it vertically into the ground with a sledgehammer, checking for plumb as you go. Once the spike is fully seated, drop your 75mm x 75mm post into the socket and secure through the fixing holes provided. Store spikes flat and dry before use to prevent surface rust forming on cut edges prior to installation.
FAQ
Do I need concrete with a drive-in post spike?
No. Drive-in post spikes are designed as a direct alternative to concrete, suitable for most firm garden soils. In very soft, waterlogged, or loose sandy ground, concrete backfill or a longer spike may give a more reliable result.
What size post fits a 75mm x 75mm post spike?
This spike is sized for 75mm x 75mm sawn or treated timber posts. If your posts are planed or have a slightly smaller finished dimension, packing shims can be used to ensure a snug fit within the socket.
How deep does the spike go into the ground?
The spike drives 750mm into the ground, which gives a secure fixing for standard garden fencing and light structures. For taller or heavier structures, always check that the above-ground height and expected wind loading are appropriate for this depth.
Browse our full range of fence posts to find the right 75mm x 75mm treated post to pair with this spike. Nottage Timber Merchants offers next-day delivery across the Bridgend area and throughout South Wales, or collect in branch at your convenience.
Description
A drive-in post spike for 75mm x 75mm timber posts, this oxide red galvanised steel spike drives 750mm into the ground to give a firm, concrete-free fixing for garden fencing, gates, and pergolas in most standard soil conditions.
Specifications
| Material | Galvanised steel |
| Finish | Oxide red |
| Nominal Size | 75mm x 75mm (post socket) |
| Length | 750mm |
| Treatment | Galvanised with oxide red coating for corrosion resistance |
What it's used for
- Setting timber fence posts without concrete in domestic garden fencing
- Fixing gate posts for timber field or garden gates
- Anchoring pergola uprights and garden structure posts
- Replacing rotted or damaged posts where the spike can be re-driven into undisturbed ground
Fitting and handling
Mark your post positions and use a post driver or block of timber to protect the spike collar as you drive it vertically into the ground with a sledgehammer, checking for plumb as you go. Once the spike is fully seated, drop your 75mm x 75mm post into the socket and secure through the fixing holes provided. Store spikes flat and dry before use to prevent surface rust forming on cut edges prior to installation.
FAQ
Do I need concrete with a drive-in post spike?
No. Drive-in post spikes are designed as a direct alternative to concrete, suitable for most firm garden soils. In very soft, waterlogged, or loose sandy ground, concrete backfill or a longer spike may give a more reliable result.
What size post fits a 75mm x 75mm post spike?
This spike is sized for 75mm x 75mm sawn or treated timber posts. If your posts are planed or have a slightly smaller finished dimension, packing shims can be used to ensure a snug fit within the socket.
How deep does the spike go into the ground?
The spike drives 750mm into the ground, which gives a secure fixing for standard garden fencing and light structures. For taller or heavier structures, always check that the above-ground height and expected wind loading are appropriate for this depth.
Browse our full range of fence posts to find the right 75mm x 75mm treated post to pair with this spike. Nottage Timber Merchants offers next-day delivery across the Bridgend area and throughout South Wales, or collect in branch at your convenience.
