What is Gum Pole?
Gum poles are made from the Blue Gum tree.
Gum Pole Prices In South Africa?
| Description | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| 3.0m | R 104.48 | each |
| 3.6m | R 130.84 | each |
| 4.2m | R 159.49 | each |
| 4.8m | R 189.54 | each |
How deep should you plant a gum pole?
For a standard fence post, the hole should be about 30cm wide and the depth should allow for about 1/3 of the post to be underground.
Add extra space below to accommodate the base. You can use a post hole digger or post driver to help create the hole.
What are gum poles used for?
In short: Gum Poles should always be used for Construction and building purposes. Pine poles are mostly used to cut planks and other timber moldings to be used in homes and buildings.