Aluminum Columns


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Round Aluminum Columns
 
Square Aluminum Columns


Superior Aluminum Columns provide the elegance you want in a low- maintenance column. With several styles available in a variety of pre-painted colors, they complement any structure and offer several advantages compared to wood or other alternative materials:


Durability – aluminum columns will not rot, split, or warp - and termites hate them.

Strength – can function as a load bearing structural element for a variety of applications.

Easy Assembly and Installation - simply cut the column to size and follow the simple instructions included.

Finish – baked-on finishes ensure the lasting beauty of Superior columns with minimal, if any, maintenance required.

Affordable prices – fashioned from sturdy long-lasting aluminum, these smartly styled fluted columns are perfect for either remodeling or new construction. Our aluminum columns are versatile, too. They can be used to create a classical mood on homes, churches, office buildings, condominiums, schools, libraries, motels, museums, and other public buildings. Residential, or commercial, indoors or out, beautiful aluminum columns are the low-cost way to add the touch of class to your architectural designs.
Colors for Round/Square Aluminum Columns (Click on pictures to enlarge)
 
ALMOND BROWN SANDSTONE TAN WHITE
Round Fluted Aluminum Columns
Round aluminum columns are available in fluted load-bearing capable designs and fluted non-load bearing wrap-around columns with four different cap and two base styles. Their lightweight makes it possible for one-person to carry, assemble, and install most aluminum columns. 

All columns receive a baked-on enamel finish in white, almond, sandstone, brown, or primed finish to ensure years of maintenance-free beauty.
 

 

Below are examples of various Round Column Caps and Bases
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Corinthian
 

Corinthian Column Cap

Scamozzi
 

Scamozzi Column Cap

Standard
 

Standard Column Cap

Doric
 

Doric Column Cap

Standard Base

Standard Column Base

Doric Base
 

Doric Column Base

Dimensions, Detail Drawing and Load Data
 Use Chart Below To Determine Your Needs

Nominal
Diameter

Actual
Diameter

Caps & Bases (width & height)

Standard
Lengths in Ft.

No.
Staves

Load
Lbs.

Standard

Doric

Scamozzi

Corinthian

 

A

B

C

B

C

B

C

B

C

8, 9, 10, & 12'

 

 

6"

5 3/8

7 3/4

1 15/16

-

-

-

-

-

-

8, 9, 10, 12, & 16'

3

16,000

8"

8

10

2 1/16

12 1/4

3 3/4

12

5 1/8

15 3/4

10

8, 9, 10, 12, 16, 
& 18'

3

22,000

10"

10

12 1/4

2 7/16

14 1/2

4 1/4

12

5 1/8

15 3/4

10

8, 9, 10, 12, 16, 18, & 20'

4

25,000

12"

11-1/4

14 1/8

3

17

5

14 1/2

6 1/2

20

12 1/2

8, 10, 12, 16, 18, & 20'

5

30,000

15"

14 3/8

17 7/8

3 1/2

20 3/4

5 3/4

18 1/2

7 1/4

23 1/2

15

12, 16, 18, 20, 
& 24'

6

36,000

18"

18

21 5/8

3 3/4

25 1/2

6 1/2

27

7 3/4

26 1/2

18

16, 18, 20, & 24'

6

46,000

24"

24

28

4 3/8

31 3/4

7 1/8

38 1/2

14 3/8

35 1/2

25

16, 18, 20, & 24'

6

50,000

30"

30

-

-

43 5/8

9 1/2

-

-

-

-

16, 18, 20, 24, 
& 30'

8

50,000

Square Fluted Aluminum Columns

Square FlutedSquare Fluted aluminum columns from Superior provide the warm look of wood or other natural materials with the maintenance-free advantages of aluminum.  The load-bearing designs are ideal for any application, indoors or out.

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Standard Doric Charleston Standard Base Doric Base

Square Smooth Aluminum Columns

Square SmoothedSquare smooth aluminum columns from Superior provide the warm look of wood or other natural materials with the maintenance-free advantages of aluminum. The load-bearing designs are ideal for any application, indoors or out.

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Standard Doric Charleston Standard Base Doric Base

Square Panel Aluminum Columns
 Square PanelThe raised panel design complements raised panel shutters and contemporary stone and cedar style constructions. They can also serve as an excellent lamppost or supports for display signs. Available in white, almond, sandstone, brown, and primed baked-on finishes and three different cap and base styles.

 


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Standard Doric Charleston Standard Base Doric Base

Dimensions, Detail Drawing and Load Data
(For Square Fluted, Smooth, and Panel)


Use Chart Below To Determine Your Needs
     

Nominal
Width

Actual
Width

Caps & Bases (width & height)

Standard
Lengths in Ft.

No.
Sq.

Staves
Panel

Load
Lbs.

Standard

Doric

Charleston

 

E

C

F

C

F

C

F

 

4"

4

1 3/8

6

-

-

-

-

8, 9, 10 & 12'

2

-

15,000

6"

5 1/2

2

8 1/2

3 3/4

10 1/2

6 1/2

9 1/4

8, 9, 10 & 12'

4

4

16,000

8"

7 1/2

2

10 1/2

3 3/4

12 1/2

6 1/2

11 1/4

8, 9,
10, 12 & 16'

4

4

22,000

10"

9 1/2

2 5/16

12 1/2

3 3/4

14 1/2

6 1/2

13 1/4

8, 9, 10,
12, 16 & 18'

4

4

25,000

12"

11 1/2

2 1/2

15

3 3/4

16 1/2

10

17 1/4

8, 9, 10,
12, 16, 18 & 20'

4

4

30,000

16"

15 1/2

3

20

3 3/4

20 1/2

10

21 1/4

12, 16,
  18, 20, & 24'

4

8

36,000

 


 Column Installation

 Easy To Assemble and Install Requires No Special Tools.
 (Illustrated Step-By-Step Instructions Packaged With Each Column)
STEP 1:  (All Columns)

Measure required length.  Using a saw, cut column sections slightly longer for a snug fit. Be sure to wear Safety Glasses.

 


 

 

STEP 2:  (Round Columns Only - For 6", 8", 10", & 12" Diameter Columns)

(Square Columns Only)  Tap corner sections with heel of hand until sections snap and lock together.

Join sections together, small hooks curling into large hooks, except final stave.  Slide end of final section (stave) into place by tapping gently with rubber mallet.   (For 15", 18", 24", and 30" Diameter Round Columns Only)

Slide end of one stave into other stave from the end (small hook into large hook) and gently tap into place with a rubber mallet.  Slide and tap the remaining staves into place following the same procedure, until all sections are joined and locked together.

STEP 2B: (Panel Columns Only)  Fit four quarter sections together, tongue into groove and tap with heel of hand until sections snap and lock together.  Locate, drill, and attach Trim Panels to quarter sections.  Refer to Assembly Instructions packaged with column for exact Trim Panel mounting positions.

 

 

 

 

 

STEP 3:  (All Columns) Slide base and cap onto column. Set column in place and plumb with level, then remove props or jack.

 

 

 
STEP 4: (All Columns) Secure column in place at top and bottom of the column, according to standard construction practices. Use of L-shaped brackets and fasteners suitable for the specific project is one method. 

 

Refer to "STEP 4A" below for columns with Scamozzi or Corinthian Caps.

STEP 4A:  (Round Columns with Scamozzi or Corinthian Caps)   Drill through top portion of cap, at an angle, and secure column with screws to the upper structure.



CHECK APPLICABLE STATE, LOCAL, AND FEDERAL BUILDING CODES FOR SPECIFIC INSTALLATION AND FASTENING REQUIREMENTS APPLICABLE TO THE PROJECT. 

STEP 5: (For Columns with Standard, Doric or Charleston Caps) Locate cap in place at top of column by drilling two holes opposite each other through the cap and into the column. 
Secure cap in place with screws or rivets.

 


(Optional) Wrap-Around Columns  Wrap-Around Columns can be fitted around existing columns, posts, or special structural members.  Round Wrap-Around Columns are non-load bearing. A special stave with a shorter modified hook on one side is interlocked in place by tapping with heels of both hands.  Square or Panel Wrap-Around Columns utilize standard sections, and can be load-bearing. A wrap-around cap and base is furnished for the Round, Square, and Panel column.

 

 

 

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