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Old 11-02-2003, 06:55 PM
Dr. Rev. Chuck, M.D. P.A.
 
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Default Wooden 4x4 vs Vinyl or Plastic posts?

Don Staples wrote:

"dp" wrote in message
om..
does anybody have any recommendations which material is cheaper/better
in teh long run? plastic, wooden or vinyl posts? any stories to share?
thanks
dp


Treated wood will last longer than plastic or vinyl if your talking about
ground contact outside use. Plastic and vinyl breakdown under UV.


Plastic barriers last indefinitely if covered. If you prefer untreated
wood, just lay a strip of heavy polyethylene first.