Fence corner brace question

[ctpres]

One method of securing cross brace to corner posts is to use galv. rods. I did the first one with available 3/8 rebar. Any long term problem with this alternative?

 

[Mike120]

I've used them but prefer the end plates that Tractor Supply sells. I expect that either will last longer than the brace itself.

 

[mudcat]

I have used the galv. rods with good results. Using rebar really depends on what kind of chemical treatment was used on your post.

 

[Mike120]

Oops...Mudcat's right....if you are using treated wood you need to be using galvanized materials. I've seen treated wood eat non-galvanized nails in as little as 3 years.

 

[dmccarty]

I've seen treated wood eat non-galvanized nails in as little as 3 years.

Was the wood wet or dry? Does it matter?

Later,
Dan

 

[wroughtn_harv]

Oops...Mudcat's right....if you are using treated wood you need to be using galvanized materials. I've seen treated wood eat non-galvanized nails in as little as 3 years.

Originally treated lumber wasn't as hard on iron products. Then they went with a new more evironment friendly product that ate everything but stainless or hot dipped galvanized. That has been replaced now with a newer version that's still more kind to the environment and not as harsh on steel.

I would still go with galvanized or stainless. But not because the treated lumber with destroy iron or steel fasteners.

 

[Mike120]

Was the wood wet or dry? Does it matter?

It was above ground, outside, so it got wet when it rained, but I don't think that matters....Harv pretty much said it all.

Mike