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Protect your fencing with the Post Protector 4 in. x 4 in. x 42 in. In-Ground Post Decay Protection. The chemical preservative prevents ground contact from getting through the fence protector to damage the post. The convenient design of the post protector sleeves provides ample strength while preventing wood destroying organisms from gaining access.

For additional information on this product, please see the Product Documents section for all downloadable user manuals, installation guides, brochures and warranty statements.

  • Simple slide-on installation
  • Perfect for both Pro and DIY
  • Speed, affordability, strength of a direct burial post while wood destroying organisms have no post access
  • HDPE lightweight, flexible and strong, 449-years of in-ground service life
  • Optional drainage feature
  • Minimizes chemical leaching into the environment
  • Attractive appearance-rich clay tone color with wood grain texture
  • Easily trims to desired height
  • Stronger, faster and less expensive than concrete pier and bracket method
  • Weed-eater protection
  • Can also be used to create a removable in-ground post
  • Toll free tech-line for expert product information/installation assistance
BrandPost Protector
Country of OriginMade in USA
Compatible Fencing TypeWooden posts
Fence Post Accessory TypeOther
FinishNone
Package Quantity1
Primary MaterialHDPE
Product Height42 in.
Product Length4 in.
Product Weight2 lb.
Product Width4 in.
ShapeRectangular
Manufacturer Part Number4442

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Q: What keeps water from getting in between the sleeve and the post? Seems like it might be a moisture trap?

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  • A: For product questions, including how this product works to prevent wood rot, please contact the manufacturer directly at: 877-966-8768.
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    Post protector

    10 months ago
    The pieces are perfsct.
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    4x4

    a year ago
    Very good, easy, and fast!! Thanks!
    SweepstakesYes
    Chesterfield, Va.
    Review 1
    4 out of 5 stars.

    Removal Post foundation

    a year ago
    Good product, cutting to length and setting approximately 12" or so in ground and using as a foundation for removal posts.

    Yes, I recommend this product.

    Anonymous
    Hampton NH
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    5 out of 5 stars.

    post protector

    4 years ago
    well made perfect fit easy to cut to desired length

    Yes, I recommend this product.

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