I am installing two tree stakes to support a tree that is already in place so I don't want to damage the roots if possible. The stakes are 7' long and 2" in diameter.
I have normal width spades, trowels etc and a wooden camping mallet and a 50 cm platform to stand on.
I bought a 4" diameter post hole auger but I fear the hole will be too big and I still need to pound the stakes in once the hole has been dug.
I am thinking I need to soak the ground then use a sledge hammer or club hammer with a bit of heft and as as long a handle as poss. If sledge then quite light because I am not that strong (middle-aged female). The nursery suggested I get someone to help; however I don't really have anyone I can call on.
I am thinking of getting one of these:
https://www.screwfix.com/p/magnusson-carbon-steel-sledge-hammer-7lb/1424v
https://www.wickes.co.uk/Roughneck-...gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=COex7rCt6dsCFU6PGwodJM4P0A
Would either do the trick and am I on the right lines? Calling @Heltor Chasca
All tips/advice gratefully welcome.
I have normal width spades, trowels etc and a wooden camping mallet and a 50 cm platform to stand on.
I bought a 4" diameter post hole auger but I fear the hole will be too big and I still need to pound the stakes in once the hole has been dug.
I am thinking I need to soak the ground then use a sledge hammer or club hammer with a bit of heft and as as long a handle as poss. If sledge then quite light because I am not that strong (middle-aged female). The nursery suggested I get someone to help; however I don't really have anyone I can call on.
I am thinking of getting one of these:
https://www.screwfix.com/p/magnusson-carbon-steel-sledge-hammer-7lb/1424v
https://www.wickes.co.uk/Roughneck-...gclsrc=aw.ds&dclid=COex7rCt6dsCFU6PGwodJM4P0A
Would either do the trick and am I on the right lines? Calling @Heltor Chasca
All tips/advice gratefully welcome.