The DuraPost reinforced rod slots into composite gravel boards to add extra strength and rigidity.
- Galvanised steel construction
- Slides directly into the box profile of the board
- Available in 1833mm, 2400mm and 3000mm lengths
- Helps prevent bowing or flexing
- No tools needed to fit
DuraPost Prima reinforced rod
Price range: £13.61 through £23.94
DuraPost Reinforced Rod for Composite Gravel Boards
The DuraPost reinforced rod is a galvanised insert designed to slot inside a composite gravel board, adding extra strength and rigidity to the board's box profile. It's a simple but effective accessory for anyone wanting their gravel boards to stay straight and solid over time, particularly along longer fence runs.
A common question is whether a composite gravel board actually needs reinforcing at all. While composite boards are already durable on their own, the DuraPost reinforced rod gives the board a much more rigid structure, helping it resist bowing or flexing under pressure from soil, debris or general ground movement. The rod simply slides within the hollow box profile of the gravel board, so no special tools or fixings are needed to fit it.
Sizing and compatibility
This DuraPost reinforced rod is available in three lengths to suit different gravel board sizes: 1833mm (6ft), 2400mm (8ft) and 3000mm (10ft). Simply choose the length that matches your composite gravel board run, and slide the rod into place before the board is fitted between posts.
Installation tips
Because the DuraPost reinforced rod sits inside the board rather than being fixed externally, it's best inserted before the gravel board is set in place along the fence line. This keeps the finished result looking neat, with the added rigidity hidden from view.
To complete your DuraPost setup, take a look at our DuraPost capping rail and DuraPost screws, both designed to work alongside composite gravel boards and posts.
The DuraPost reinforced rod is priced from £13.61 to £23.94 depending on length. Order online or visit our Worcestershire yard to pick up the right size for your project.
What is the DuraPost reinforced rod used for?
The rod is inserted into a composite gravel board to increase its strength and rigidity, helping it stay straight along the fence line.
How do you fit the rod?
The rod simply slides into the hollow box profile of the composite gravel board, ideally before the board is fitted between fence posts.
What lengths is the rod available in?
It comes in three lengths, 1833mm (6ft), 2400mm (8ft) and 3000mm (10ft), to suit different gravel board sizes.
Do composite gravel boards need a reinforcing rod?
It's not essential, but fitting a rod gives the board a more rigid structure and reduces the risk of it bowing over time.
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