When Australians need strong, durable, and versatile fences, we start with star pickets.From farms to construction sites and urban fencing, Australians trust star picket fences to protect land and property from intruders and unwanted pests that can cause physical damage and cost property owners money. In other words, star pickets are the go-to fence posts for anyone who prioritises strength, protection, and industry-standard functionality.
What Makes a Star Picket the Gold Standard?
Whether it’s fencing, construction, or landscaping, Star pickets are industry-leading steel posts. But what are star pickets? The name ‘star’ comes from the unique shape, with three strips of cross-section metals creating a star, T, or Y shape.
The reason so many Australians turn to star pickets for fencing and more is their strength and durability. Star pickets like those from SiteTech are built to Australian Standards from bitumen coated high-grade steel, making them significantly stronger than damage-prone wooden posts.
Let’s explore some of the benefits of star pickets in greater detail:
Star Pickets Are Strong and Durable
If you want a fence, construction, or landscaping post that will resist Australian weather and stand the test of time, it has to be a star picket. Timber posts are prone to rotting over time, susceptible to termite damage, and can move or tilt due to strong weather.
On the other hand, metal star pickets – generally made from strong, high-grade steel covered in weather-resistant bitumen – are built to withstand Australia’s tough, variable weather conditions (including UV light, water, and wind) as well as being resistant to vandalism and intentional damage. Great quality star pickets should last years, with the best doing the job for decades.
It’s also worth noting that even metal star pickets are not all made equal. When looking for strong, durable star pickets, be sure to find posts that are made from top-grade steel with a weatherproof coating, as cheaper or lesser metal star pickets can rust and degrade with years of weather. Our star pickets are bitumen-coated to prevent rusting & offer the highest durability.
Star Pickets Are Cost-Effective
Compared with materials such as timber (which is prone to rotting and other damage) and concrete (which can also be damaged), high-grade steel star pickets are built to last and last, making them highly economical.
Wood and concrete posts can require ongoing maintenance or, in the worst-case scenario, need replacing within a short space of time. Bitumen-covered steel star pickets are made to resist rust and corrosion and last for years, making them a highly cost-effective choice for those looking for hands-off reliability.
Quick and Easy
Despite the cost-effectiveness and durability of star pickets, it would be hard to preach their value if they weren’t simple to use. Fortunately, star pickets are very easy to install – something that only makes them more user-friendly and cost-effective.
Firstly, you’ll want to find a star picket that is the right size and dimensions for your job. With a range of post heights and wire hole spacings available, it’s easy to find something that suits your needs.
From there, it’s time to put your star picket to work. To install a star picket, all you’ll need is a mallet or, for more substantial jobs, a post driver – either manual or pneumatic, depending on the conditions and size of the project.
Why SiteTech Star Pickets Gained a Place in Australia’s Heart
With a combination of strength, cost-effectiveness, and simple installation, it’s easy to see why star pickets are a staple of fencing, construction, landscaping, and much more.
Before you go out and make a purchase, though, it’s worth finding the best quality star pickets on the market, which we believe is from the expert team here at SiteTech.
SiteTech provides high-quality steel star pickets that are designed with safety (we adhere to the relevant Australian Standards), durability, and ease in mind. With SiteTech star pickets, you’ll always get a high-grade product featuring:
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Painted yellow tip or moulded yellow plastic caps for added safety
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High-grade steel construction for extra strength and support
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Bitumen coating to protect against environmental damage from water, UV light, and oxygen
Most importantly, SiteTech Solutions' steel star pickets are fire-resistant, making them ideal for bushfire-prone areas in Australia. Their fire-resistant materials are crucial for maintaining the fencing during bushfires, helping to protect sites.
Ready to ensure your worksite is safe and equipped with the best fencing posts available? Explore Sitetech Star Pickets today
How to Choose the Right Star Pickets for Your Fencing Needs
Great, reliable fencing starts with the right star pickets – but knowing which one is best for you can take a little research. Let’s have a closer look:
Size of Star Pickets
Of all the options you’ll find for star pickets, size will play the most immediate role. This will ultimately depend on the job you’re completing, the purpose of the fence, and other factors such as visibility, your environment, and aesthetic preferences.
At SiteTech, our star pickets start at 450mm in height, with options scaling up to 2100mm, with seven different sizes all up. We’re not here to tell you which one is right for your job, just that you’ll find a large variety to suit all the specifics.
Star Picket Material
We’ve mentioned this already, but it’s worth repeating: the right star picket is always the one that lasts the journey. There are plenty on the market but, to get the benefits of safety, sturdines,s and longevity that star pickets are known for, you want to look for pickets made from high-quality steel (carbon steel is a common material, for example) and coated with a weather and rust-resistant outer layer – often bitumen or similar.
Shape of the Star Pickets
Despite the name, star pickets aren’t always a classic star shape – there are more than a few styles on the market. While the traditional star/Y-shaped picket is a common and versatile choice, there are also T-shaped pickets, U-shaped pickets, peach posts, and square or round style posts. While some of these are less common in Australia, you might find them useful in some instances. So, while it might be a secondary consideration, it’s worth keeping the shape in mind when shopping for your ideal star picket.