Installation Guide

Table Of Contents

Decorative Split Aluminum Capitals

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ECORATIVE

PLIT

LUMINUM

APITAL

AFCO Form AL11-DC Rev. 7/2013

Note: These instructions supplement the Round Wrap-Around Aluminum Column Installation Instructions

and the Round Fluted Snap-Together Aluminum Column Installation Instructions.

1. Follow the appropriate installation instructions for measuring, cutting, assembly, and securing the column.

Note: When measuring and cutting staves, allow for the additional height added by the decorative capital.

2. When preparing to install, ensure that the capital halves remain in pairs as

received. Place one half of the split capital in place around the top of the col-

umn. Insert the appropriate screws, into the pre-drilled holes to attach the capi-

tal to the upper structure.

Repeat for the second half of the capital. Adjust as necessary to minimize any gaps at the seams.

sing a

1/8” bit, drill holes in the staves to align with the predrilled holes in

the capital. Use the provided screws to secure the capital to the column.

Caulk and paint as necessary to hide the seams and screw heads.

Notes:

a. For best load-bearing performance, utilize AFCO load-bearing plates to spread the load over the entire perimeter of

the column. Load-bearing capacity is dependent on distributing the load evenly over the surfaces of the shaf

. All column staves should be cut square and to the same length.

c. Installation should be on a smooth level surface.

d. 2nd story balconies should not be attached directly to the side of any column.

e. Columns should be installed according to standard construction practices and in compliance with applicable local,

state, and federal regulations.