Installation Guide

Acadian Wrap
Acadian Wrap
Acadian Wrap
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Around Aluminum Column
Around Aluminum Column
Around Aluminum Column
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
A
CADIAN
W
RAP
-A
ROUND
A
LUMINUM
C
OLUMN
1. Measure the height of the opening where the column will be placed. Cut each col-
umn stave (piece)
1/4” longer than the opening. A circular saw with a metal cutting
blade is recommended for cutting the staves.
2.
T
o assemble the column, snap the interlocks of two staves together beginning at
one end and continuing along the length of the column. This will form half of th
e
c
olumn. Repeat this process with two more staves to form the other half of the col-
umn. Tap lightly with a rubber mallet if necessary to insure the joint is fully engaged.
3.
T
o install the capital and base, place each half of the base onto half of the column.
Place each half of the capital onto half of the column. Snap the two halves of the col-
umn with the base and capital together. For wrap around post installation, assemble
the column in an upright position around interior post. Tap lightly with a rubber mal-
let if necessary to ensure the joints are fully engaged.
4.
T
o secure the column, gently slide the capital away from the top of the column. At-
tach the column to the overhead beam or header with the provided fasteners and
screws. Repeat this at the bottom by gently sliding the base up and securing the col-
umn to the floor.
Note: High performance tie down brackets are available at an additional charge.
5. To secure the capital, gently, slide the capital to the top of the column. Pre-drill holes
and insert appropriate sized screws through the capital and the column wall. Allow the
base to rest on the floor. It is not recommended to secure the base to the floor or to
the column. If needed, caulk between seams for a finished look.
Note: An optional decorative block kit is available for the Acadian Wrap-Around Aluminum Column. See installation in-
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
t.
b
. 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.
SIZE CHART
C
OLUMN S IZE S TAVES P ER C OLUMN
M
AXIMUM S IZE OF E XISTING
R
OUND P OST
M
AXIMUM S IZE OF E XISTING
S
QUARE P OST
6 4 4–
1/2” 4– 1/2” X 4– 1/2”
8 4
5-
3/4” 5- 3/4” X 5- 3/4”