{"product_id":"bolt-down-post-shoe-oxide-red-150mm","title":"Bolt Down Post Shoe Oxide Red 150mm x 150mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe bolt down post shoe oxide red 150mm x 150mm is a galvanised steel post base designed to anchor 150mm x 150mm timber posts firmly to concrete or masonry surfaces. Suitable for outdoor structural use, it provides a rigid, fixed connection without the need for post-in-ground installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProperty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalvanised steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOxide red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNominal Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150mm x 150mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUse Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior \/ structural outdoor use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring fence posts to concrete footings or existing hard standings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixing pergola uprights and garden structure posts to patio slabs or masonry bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting structural timber columns in decking frames and raised platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing deteriorated in-ground post bases where the post itself remains sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMark and drill your fixing points into concrete or masonry, then secure the post shoe base plate using suitable anchor bolts or chemical fixings rated for outdoor structural loads. Drop the post into the socket and tighten the fixing bolts evenly to ensure the post sits plumb before any load is applied. Store post shoes in dry conditions prior to installation to prevent surface contamination that could affect bolt torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this post shoe fit a standard 6x6 inch timber post?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 150mm x 150mm post shoe is the metric equivalent of a 6x6 inch nominal size, so it is compatible with most 150mm x 150mm sawn or regularised timber posts. Always check your post's actual finished size before ordering, as some treated posts are slightly under-sized.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat fixings do I need to bolt this post shoe to concrete?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will need expanding anchor bolts or resin anchors suitable for the concrete grade on site. M10 or M12 anchor bolts are typical for this size of post shoe. Always follow the anchor manufacturer's load tables and observe minimum edge distances from the slab edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the oxide red finish suitable for permanent outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The underlying galvanised steel provides the primary corrosion protection, and the oxide red finish adds a further barrier. For coastal or highly exposed sites, inspect fixings annually and apply a suitable rust-inhibiting paint if the finish shows any signs of breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full range of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fence-posts\"\u003efence posts\u003c\/a\u003e to find the right timber to pair with this post shoe. Nottage Timber Merchants offers next-day delivery across the Bridgend area and throughout South Wales - order before midday for fastest dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Will this post shoe fit a standard 6x6 inch timber post?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A 150mm x 150mm post shoe is the metric equivalent of a 6x6 inch nominal size, so it is compatible with most 150mm x 150mm sawn or regularised timber posts. Always check your post's actual finished size before ordering, as some treated posts are slightly under-sized.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What fixings do I need to bolt this post shoe to concrete?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"You will need expanding anchor bolts or resin anchors suitable for the concrete grade on site. 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