★★★★★

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Rated by our customers

30 yrs

Family owned since 1996

Made in Kilsyth, Victoria

100%

Australian White Cypress Pine

Naturally durable & chemical-free

Councils & Parks Victoria

Just a few of the councils we supply

Banyule · Maroondah · Frankston · Wyndham · Yarra Ranges · Wellington · & more

Posts & Bay Spacings

Bay spacings, 2.4m, 2.7m & 3.0m we advise that spacings be no greater than 3.0m.
Post Sizes: 150 x 150mm, 200 x 100mm & 200 x 200mm. But if you're aiming for that bold, chunky entrance, we can supply custom gate posts up to a 300 × 300mm.
(lead times apply for larger posts)

example photo of larger gate posts for a cypress pine post and rail fence in Kangaroo Grounds

200x200

200x100

150x150

Post and rail fence examples of the three different post sizes available

Post & Fence Heights:

STANDARD POST HEIGHTS: 1200mm and 1350mm above ground level, but any length can be custom ordered.
Recommended in-ground depth for End & Mid posts is 600mm for a 1.8m and 750mm for a 2.1m post.
(will vary depending on ground type)
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GATE POSTS: Range from 600mm to 1200mm in-ground depending on the gate width and weight (check with your gate manufacturer for recommended post size and depth).

POST TOPS: Most common is the 20mm Chamfered top.

Custom made 3 rail post & rails fence in Duston Downs

Rail Dimensions & Lengths:

RAILS WIDTHS:
150 x 50mm and 200 × 50mm.
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RAIL LENGTHS:
2400mm, 2700mm, and 3000mm are standard.
Other lengths are available on request.

Post Definitions & Types

END POSTS: posts that are mortised halfway through for starting and ending a fence Run.

MID POSTS: Intermediate posts are mortised all the way through for continuous fence Runs.
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CORNER POSTS: Mortised two sides halfway through for a 90 degree direction change.
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‍GATE POSTS: same as an End post but often longer in-ground to support heavier gates and often larger posts.

The Barling’s Promise: 30 Years of Quality

Established in 1996, Barling's Woodworks, believe in building trust, one fence at a time. The team—comprises founder John Barling, his sons Andrew and Michael, daughter Danielle and trusted friend Gerry—bringing 96 years of combined experience to every project. This legacy of expertise ensures that your Post & Rail Fencing is meticulously handcrafted.

Build It Once. Build It Right!

Warning, some Melbourne suppliers are selling cheap Cypress Macrocarpa, claiming it’s better than White Cypress Pine. Don’t be fooled—Macrocarpa is a lower-durability timber that rots fast. It's cheap for a reason. We refuse to stock it and only sell the best White Cypress because we know the difference between timber that lasts and timber that fails. Check before you buy.‍

COST COMPARISON DURABILITY CHART

Why use White Cypress Pine?

✔ Naturally Termite Resistant: Contains natural oils that resist white Termites.
✔ Class 2 In-Ground & class 1 above-ground Durability: Life expectancies of 24 & 40 years.
✔ Low Shrinkage Rate: A very low 2.6% shrinkage rate means minimal warping.
✔ F7 Structural Rated: A moderately hard softwood (Janka rating ~6.4 kN)
✔ Sustainably Sourced: Forest-certified and affordable Australian timber.

‍More about White Cypress

100% Chemical Free & End-of-Life Safe

White Cypress Pine is a naturally durable timber (rated Class 1 Above Ground and Class 2 In-ground), and already contains the natural resins required to protect it from fungi, insects, and decay, making it a popular chemical-free choice. No hazardous chemicals or treatments like CCA used at all.

We still recommend a simple step to make it last a lifetime by adding a Non-hazardous, creosote-based paint.

Adding (Bondall or Diggers Eco) to the buried section of your post, even on the highest in-ground class timbers is the most effective way to achieve the longest possible lifespan.

Lead Times & Delivery Information

We're committed to quality, and our manufacturing time reflects that. Bollards, Post & Rail, and Furniture are typically ready for dispatch a minimum of One Week after your order. (conditions apply). Please note that Crossing posts require two weeks for completion due to the time needed for the painting process.
Most items are shipped with our trusted local couriers. Post and Rail materials are delivered directly by the Barling's team.

Barling's Delivery Truck showing exception lead times and delivery of post & rail fencing

Ready to order or have more questions? Contact us today on ‍(03) 9724 9600

Trusted Since 1996

For 30 years, we've provided quality timber to a diverse clientele including Homeowners, Fencing Contractors, Land Developers, Landscape Architects, Government Organisations, and Local Councils.

Below, you'll find just some of the many Councils we supply.