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Post Embedments For Wrought Iron Fencing

post embedment diagram

In Earth

  1. Concrete footing 6-8" in dia. 30" to 36" deep
  2. Top of footing 3" below finished grade
  3. Post embedment 24" deep

In Wall*

  1. Core drill 3 ½" dia. Hole by 9' deep.
  2. Post embedment 8" deep.

*Grout posts in walls with an exterior grade of hydraulic cement such as "Super Por-Rok" as manufactured by the Minwax Corporation. It is imperative that a Portland cement-based product be used, not a gypsum-based product.