Protect a Wooden Post from Rotting in the Ground

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	* Of course, one of the easiest ways to avoid having a rotting post on your hands is just to use a metal post instead. Metal is a much more durable material when building a fence or putting up a mailbox post. Although you will probably have to occasionally spray paint the post to keep it from rusting, you will likely never need to replace it.		* Of course, one of the easiest ways to avoid having a rotting post on your hands is just to use a metal post instead. Metal is a much more durable material when building a fence or putting up a mailbox post. Although you will probably have to occasionally spray paint the post to keep it from rusting, you will likely never need to replace it.
	* A metal post is worth considering if you don’t feel comfortable pouring cement or can’t find a sturdy hard wood post.		* A metal post is worth considering if you don’t feel comfortable pouring cement or can’t find a sturdy hard wood post.
−	* Cap the top of wooden posts to prevent water getting in through the end grain and running to the bottom where it can end up rotting out the timber. You can call with timber, but if cuts off lead flashing cat be cut to size and tacked in place fire a long lasting smart finish.
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