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Queensland Cypress or white cypress has a consistent colour being light yellow and light brown (gold), with occasional dark brown streaks and knots. It is an extremely durable softwood, termite resistant with a low shrinkage rate. Cypress is sourced from sustainable plantations in central-western Queensland and various other plantations across Australia.

Victorian Cypress/Cypress Macrocarpa (also known as Golden Cypress) is a versatile timber that is mostly milled from windbreak trees across Victoria and some forests. Freshly cut it is a straw colour (Pale yellow) which will then go a silvery-grey when left to weather. It is a stable and durable timber, although some movement is normal.

The main differences are the growth properties and natural durability: Qld Cypress is a straight, tall growing tree with plenty of small branches. This results in a lot of knots and a colourful grain pattern. It is termite resistant and has long life expectancy.

Macrocarpa is a large fast-growing tree with multiple branching “trunks.” This results in less knots, a straight grain, and a softer build up of structure. It is susceptible to rot in wetter areas.

Hardwood – Above ground more than 40 years, in ground more than 30 years.

Queensland Cypress – Above ground more than 40 years, in ground approx. 15-25 years.

Cypress Macrocarpa – Above ground more than 25 years, in ground approx. 10-15 years.

Based on a 50x50mm timber stake, so our fences being larger timber sizes are expected to well outlast the above approximates!

Pre-installation: We recommend painting the in-ground portion of the posts with a Bituminous Coating (available at Strukta) which is proven to reduce risks of rot and insect attack, in turn prolonging the lifespan of timber.

Once installed: We recommend leaving your timber fence or gates to weather on their own, acclimatising to your area and climate. Timber is a natural product and safe to leave unprotected.

It is important to note that any timber, once cut, will grey with exposure to weather and outdoor conditions. The only way to avoid this ‘greying’ is to stain your timber with a high-quality product, which will enhance and maintain its natural beauty. Whether you choose a clear or solid colour stain coating, it is always best applied after cleaning and sanding, and well worth paying for high quality products.

PLEASE DO NOT PAINT YOUR FENCE.

The timber we use is air-dried/seasoned not kiln dried. This means it is 12% moisture at the least vs 4% (furniture grade). Timber naturally swells and shrinks, therefore when the timber moves the paint will pop and bubble and eventually peel off.

Painting also does not let your timber breathe, encapsulating the natural moisture which will in turn work against your painted finish.

Once again, opt in for a superior stain that will let your timber breathe, while protecting and colouring.

No, but you can if you want to. You can clear coat and it will protect the timber a little bit, but it will not keep the colour. Unless you clear coat it every 3 months, it will eventually go grey. If you want to maintain a colour you will need to stain the timber and then reapply as per the product instructions.

Our post and rail fence kits come pre-mortised and ready for easy installation, with no fasteners required, so you can install them yourself or with the help of a professional. Full installation instructions can be found here. We can also recommend fencing contractors in your area to help with installation.

We understand that some gates may be purchased to install on existing pillars. Due to the nature of our products and the varying timbers we need to weigh each set to give an accurate response.

Please speak with our team to find out the weight of your chosen style.

Strukta does not offer gate automation services. We do recommend contacting your local locksmiths or garage door professionals and depending on where you are from, we may have even collaborated with them before!

We do strongly recommend that you steer away from cheaper motors as they do not last the distance. While a European model may result in a higher initial outlay, this will pay for itself in the longer term requiring less maintenance.

Put simply… YES! The motor is not taking the weight of the gate, but rather the movement.