Installing A Granite Lamp Post

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Installing a granite lamp post.

You ll want to make sure there are no obstacles underground and that the hole you prepare is a narrow straight and deep cut into the earth at a particular size. While this might seem like a fairly straightforward task grab shovel start digging it actually requires a little pre planning. This information will help you get the job done yourself or it may influence your decision to hire a contractor. Then have a licensed electrician check your work make the connection to the breaker and install the switch for the light.

Then connect the wire leads from the light heads to the circuit wires. Preparing for the dig. We also carry. Choose the best lamp post for your space.

Step 2 dig the posthole photo by kolin smith. We stock granite lamp posts in different sizes and looks for all sorts of projects at all sgw locations. When digging holes for granite posts there are certain things you should keep in mind before you start your project. A woodbury gray granite lamp post installed by seoane landscape design.

In most residential settings an 8 foot lamp post works best. Fill the bottom of the posthole with 6 inches of gravel. Choose your lighting style. Unlike wooden and iron lamp posts that rot and rust granite is virtually impervious to the elements of nature making it the ultimate choice for lamp posts.

Using a posthole digger or round shovel make a hole at the post location 12 inches diameter and 22 inches deep. These provide plenty of overhead light without spilling over into your neighbor s yard. The degree of difficulty with respect to installing the actual post depends on the post you ll be using. Install the light heads on the post and feed wires into the post from the bottom until they protrude through the top.

If you decide to get a solid granite lamp post like i have you ll need several friends or a small crane to install it.