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STEP 1:
Measure the required length or opening where the
column is to be used.
Column should be trimmed slightly longer for a snug
fit.
NOTE: Generally the bottom section of
the column is sawed off to fit the opening. Trim evenly so the
weight is evenly distributed around the column. However, depending upon
your preference, maximum of 1-3/4" can be trimmed off the top, if
desired.
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STEP 2:
Position cap and base onto column and temporarily
stand column in position, then plumb with a level. With a pencil, mark the
exact mounting position around the top neck of the column and the
base.
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STEP 3:
Next, lay column down and apply construction adhesive
to top and bottom load bearing surfaces of column. See "Installation
Note" below.
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STEP 4:
Install cap and base and set column in place, then
remove jacks or props.
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STEP 5:
With cap temporarily pushed up, draw a pencil line
around bottom surface of cap. Allow cap to slide down, then apply
construction adhesive to top of cap, (or upper mounting surface), and to
upper neck of column. Position the cap up and press it firmly in
place.
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STEP 6:
Draw a pencil line around the column at top of base,
then slide base up and apply construction adhesive around column below the
pencil line. Slide base down to its normal floor position.
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STEP 7:
Caulk with a quality latex paintable caulk between base
and column and cap and column.
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STEP 8:
Clean column surface with a damp cloth, then apply a
high quality latex exterior paint. A primer is not required, but can
be used.
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Installation Note:
(For Round Columns with Standard Caps, all Column Bases and Square
Columns)
The use of L-shaped brackets at top and bottom of column is another method
of fastening a column to the structure. The L-shaped brackets will be
covered by the cap or base. CHECK APPLICABLE STATE, LOCAL AND
FEDERAL BUILDING CODES FOR SPECIFIC INSTALLATION AND FASTENING
REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO THE PROJECT. |
