Easy-Install Base Plate – Designed for Australian DIY Projects
Built tough and easy to install, this base plate is ideal for DIY builders and home improvement projects.
- Compact, stable base: 350 × 250mm plate for secure fixing
- Steel thickness: 5 mm for reliable strength and support
- Ready to use: Pre-welded to internal sleeves
- Weather resistant: Powder-coated finish for long-lasting outdoor durability (Matched to frame colour)
- Concrete installation: Designed to be fixed directly to a concrete slab
- Minimum slab thickness: 100 mm
- Fixing points: Designed to be secured using 6 anchor bolts
- Bolts not included: Refer to the bolt guide for suitable anchor options
✔ DIY-friendly
✔ Strong, practical design
✔ Ideal for pergolas, posts, and outdoor structures
🔩 Recommended Fixing (Quick Guide)
- Fixing method: ChemSet (chemical anchor) bolts
- Bolt size: M12
- Quantity: 6 bolts per base plate
- Concrete slab: Minimum 100 mm thick
- Bolts not included – see bolt guide for specifications
ChemSet anchors provide a stronger, more secure fixing than expansion bolts and are ideal for slabs close to edges or older concrete.
🛠️ DIY Installation Disclaimer
Installation must be carried out into sound concrete using appropriate tools and fixings.
Always follow the anchor manufacturer’s instructions, including correct hole size, cleaning, embedment depth, and curing times.
Loads must not be applied until the chemical anchor has fully cured.
If you are unsure about installation or load requirements, consult a qualified tradesperson or engineer.