Specifications

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TAPERED CAP AND BASE STYLES
The cap and base sets for tapered Craftsman Series columns consist of a plat-
form and a molding. The platforms are factory cut in a “V” shape to allow easy
installation around an existing load support. This “V” is re-assembled using the
jointer biscuits (included), PVC cement or polyurethane glue, and nails or
screws. (As with all exterior products, non-corrosive fasteners must be used,
such as double hot-dipped galvanized screws or nails.) This same “V” cut con-
struction is used for the top platform of Craftsman pedestals. Pedestals being
used as newels may be ordered without the platform being “V” cut.
In addition to the standard profile cap and base set, optional Crown and Prai-
rie styles are available. These styles allow customers more freedom of choice
when designing their columns, and may be mixed and matched as desired.
Custom options may be possible as well, based on customer requirements.
For columns of non-standard size, the widths of the cap and base will adjusted
accordingly. The heights however will remain the same.
The inside widths shown below refer to the cutout in the center of the plat-
forms. In cases where the column needs to move horizontally off center of the
support post, or is being installed around a support post larger than the cap’s
inside width, the installer would be able to cut this to fit in the field, up to (but
not larger than) the top inside width of the shaft.
Edge view of "V" cut - shows where the jointer biscuits install:
Plan view of "V" cut - shows jointer biscuit recessed into edge:
Jointer biscuit recessed into edge of platform:
AAA
BBB
1 1/4"
1"
1 1/8"
3"
1"
3"
1"
3 1/4"
1"
3 1/4"
1"
1"
Standard Crown Prairie
Tapered Cap and Base Specifications
Column
Nominal
Bottom
Width
Standard
Crown Prairie
Base Cap Base Cap Base Cap
Outside
Width (A)
Inside
Width
Outside
Width (B)
Inside
Width*
Outside
Width (A)
Inside
Width
Outside
Width (B)
Inside
Width*
Outside
Width (A)
Inside
Width
Outside
Width (B)
Inside
Width*
10” 13 5/8” 5 5/8” 9 5/8” 3 5/8” 15 5/8” 5 5/8” 11 5/8” 3 5/8” 13 5/8” 5 5/8” 9 5/8” 3 5/8”
12” 15 5/8” 7 5/8” 11 5/8” 3 5/8” 17 5/8” 7 5/8” 13 5/8” 3 5/8” 15 5/8” 7 5/8” 11 5/8” 3 5/8”
16” 19 5/8” 11 5/8” 15 5/8” 3 5/8” 21 5/8” 11 5/8” 17 5/8” 3 5/8” 19 5/8” 11 5/8” 15 5/8” 3 5/8”
20” 23 5/8” 13 5/8” 17 5/8” 3 5/8” 25 5/8” 13 5/8” 19 5/8” 3 5/8” 23 5/8” 13 5/8” 17 5/8” 3 5/8”
24” 27 5/8” 15 5/8” 19 5/8” 3 5/8” 29 5/8” 15 5/8” 21 5/8” 3 5/8” 27 5/8” 15 5/8” 19 5/8” 3 5/8”
*Please specify if you need a larger inside width—option only available on 12” and larger caps.