FOAM vs CONCRETE for Mailbox Post Setting

Does Fence Post Foam Really Work???
We will install and compare the Sika Fence Post Mix expanding urethane foam to concrete when it comes to labor and ease of use. In certain applications this foam works as good if not better than concrete. This video serves as a brief review of our experience. We will leave some affiliate links below where you can purchase the items used in our installation process.
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[@McFallFarms]

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[@kiddfamilyfarmllc9962]

I have seen the videos, was wondering if worked. Words of wisdom. “Got to have a mailbox if you want to get mail”.Good to see your post.

[@dreamthemusicnow]

Going to use this method...perfect for me! Thanks!

[@libertarian1637]

I like setting an acrylic post cover into a hole, about 8-12” in diameter and 3’-4K deep depending on area, pour about 4” of compacted gravel in the bottom, set the acrylic sleeve in and pour in 1-2 (50 lb) bags of fast setting concrete mix, compact dirt to grade then add another 4-6 inches of gravel in the sleeve. Drop your mailbox 4x4 in and done; I’ll usually make a cut of about 1” in depth around the 4x4 at or just above the sleeve. These brake away when struck but otherwise are sturdy and once done are easy to replace by simply pulling the wood out and dropping another in its place. I’ve never had the sleeve damaged or disturbed even after having the post hit. I’ve used both concrete and foam, in setting hundreds of mailboxes as well as fence posts. Both concrete and foam have their advantages and disadvantages.

[@McFallFarms]

Thank you for watching and commenting 👍🏼🤠

[@MrDrisok]

Is the 4x4 loose in the sleeve at all? Even with a minimal amount of play in the sleeve, the mailbox will lean or wobble? This is a great idea so plan to use just want to make sure post won’t move in the sleeve.

[@MrDrisok]

One more question. You mention acrylic post cover. Can you be more specific? Brand? Why not metal?

[@libertarian1637]

@@MrDrisok: There is some play, as there has to be as otherwise you might have to grease them post to get it in; it isn’t much as the length somewhat mitigates it as any wobble decreases over length but if it bothers you 2 plastic shims at the top lock things up tight.

[@libertarian1637]

@@MrDrisok: Acrylic post covers are available at nearly all big box hardware stores, i.e. Lowe’s or Home Depot, and are simply covers for 4”x4” posts and are used as a trim/cover piece when you’re using things like vinyl railings. There are also structural acrylic posts which are usually a bit larger and are a lot stronger able to function as a post in and of themselves without the need of the 4”x4” inside and can be used directly with vinyl fence sections eliminating any chance or rot from the senecio. You can just use a structural vinyl post for a mailbox but if struck these tend to snap and shatter. You can also use a structural post as a sleeve with a vinyl post sleeve within to make a mailbox holder with the benefits of the 4”x4” method without any wood involved.

[@daxinventor3542]

Thanks for keeping it simple and to the point. Good job.

[@McFallFarms]

Thanks for watching and commenting 👍🏼🤠

[@--RSL--]

I despise post hole diggers… I refuse to use them. Bought a manual auger.. way better. I like that foam. Gonna try it.

[@mysteriousmike226]

I appreciate the tutorial 🍺🍺..now I know👍🏻

[@johnd4270]

I think this is a good idea for a mailbox cause you know concrete isn’t a good deal cause if it gets hit by a car now you gotta rip out the concrete so I think this stuff is a really good idea

[@dreamthemusicnow]

Please leave out the music. Your mic volume is already soft and the music competes and makes it even harder to hear. Thanks!

[@sergiorei4355]

I saw this brand of foam shrink the day after. Could you get back to this mailbox the next day?

[@McFallFarms]

We did not experience and shrinkage. The product in my opinion exceeded expectations. A great easy alternative to concrete on a small project. Thank you for watching and commenting 👍🏼🤠

[@xerxesroms4062]

I would just use one of the neighbors mailbox.There are like more than 12 mailboxes there,They wont notice .lol

[@McFallFarms]

True. I should’ve thought of that. 😆 👍🏼🤠

[@winnhill3736]

Leave me the checks and leave them the bills.😅

[@sandrahaynes4712]

Omggg I can't stop laughing at this.

[@skyebox]

I would think you and your neighbors would just want to do a mailbox bar so that they are all mounted with the same base hight and would look cleaner.

[@McFallFarms]

One would think. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@johnossendorf9979]

Non of the above. I set my first mail box in a 2' 6" hole with only rocks, dirt and a lot of tamping when I was 11 years old after the plow truck took down our existing one. I have set many mail boxes since all with out concrete or new fangled foam. After all, a mail box isn't a fence. If you can dig a hole AT LEAST 2"6" deep and tamp as you fill with dirt while keeping your post plum, it will most likely stand up to the snow plows for years to come. If it doesn't, it's a lot easier to replace than one set in concrete. The one I did this way that needed to be replaced a few years later was broken off, although admittedly the part of the post that was still in the ground was loose in the hole.

[@McFallFarms]

Absolutely. I have used a lot of different methods over the years. This one was definitely easy on the muscles 💪 with not mixing or heavy lifting. A good viable option in my opinion. Thank you for watching and sharing 👍🏼🤠

[@winnhill3736]

I have installed several rural boxes as they have been hit by wide 🚜 equipment over the years.I do as you.Dig a 3' hole,pack dirt and rocks and it will hold 4 a long time till it gets hit again.I do the same 4 my bluebird houses also.😊

[@danmcgovern4850]

Can’t hear you over the damn music

[@McFallFarms]

Sorry We have since been more volume and music conscious. 👍🏼🤠

[@bobbray9666]

It's a polyurethane two part mix, not epoxy.

[@jordan2fly4u]

Is fully cemented no one can still it can they lol

[@duckman5849]

Can’t hear anything your saying over the music

[@McFallFarms]

I appreciate the feedback. Roadside filming was a bit difficult. Thank you 👍🏼🤠

[@augskinn]

I can hear you

[@dreamthemusicnow]

@@McFallFarms It's not the roadside filming, the music is very distracting and doesn't lend anything to the video. Just my opinion though.

[@dreamthemusicnow]

@@augskinn I didn't say I couldn't hear him. I just said it was very distracting. Music works great when added to a silent video, but most of the time, music added to a speaking video is not a plus.

[@BeckyBowen]

Stop the music

[@richardl.993]

What?👂

[@brucelaatsch8668]

Terrible camera work and sound.

[@jerrywilliams4475]

SIKA DOES NOT WORK TRY FAST 2K IT WORKS BETTER

[@brucelaatsch8668]

Terrible camera work and sound.

[@McFallFarms]

Earlier video and we have learned a lot since then. Thank you