I'm looking to set up a hammock by attaching one end to a steel square pipe and the other to a fence. I plan to dig a hole around 50 cm deep, fix the pipe in place with fence pole cement, and leave it just below grass level so it's mower-friendly. My idea is to use a narrower square pipe (1.5 m long) that can slid inside the one buried in the ground, making it easy to remove when the hammock isn't in use. However, I'm uncertain about the inner sizes of the square pipes and how wall thickness (like 2 mm vs. 3 mm) might impact their ability to fit telescopically. Has anyone had experience with these square pipes that can help me out?
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I’m a bit concerned about how strong your fence is. Hammocks can really pull and create a lot of force when you’re in them, so you need to make sure the fence can handle it. Just something to consider!
Great idea! A lot of people use square mailbox posts for projects like this. Just make sure to place the larger pipe in the ground the right way-up, and don’t forget a cap for the top when you pull the internal pipe out. That’ll keep dirt from getting in over time!
Absolutely! There are specific caps made for square pipes, and they work well. Just be aware that in the UK, mailboxes are often wall-mounted, so make sure you're getting the right materials for your application.
The fence should be strong enough. My main focus is really on the strength and compatibility of the pipes for the hammock.