Instructions / Assembly

Installation Instructions
1. Slide the Post Protector over the post. The Post Protector should slide easily over the
post & the post’s bottom should contact the bottom of the Post Protector. NOTE: Post
Protector’s are designed to project above finished floor height. Be certain you are
starting with a level building site! Post sizes can vary. Trimming solid post corners on
a 45-degree angle is occasionally practiced. “Field built” laminated posts occasionally
may need trimming as well.
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2. (2) ½” galvanized lag screws with sealing washers are provided for each post. Use the
lag locations located on the (2) sides of the Post Protector with the “vertical”
channels. The lag locations are located between the “horizontal” ribs on the Post
Protector’s lower section. The lags will join Post Protector to post to utilize the
integral post uplift protection. Pre drill a 3/8” perpendicular hole through the Post
Protector & into the post. Install ½” lag and allow the sealing washer to snug the Post
Protector sidewall to the post.
(Note: If your situation requires more than 4’ post embedment, either increase your
footing depth to compensate or remove the bottom of the Post Protector & position
it on the post so that the top edge of the Post Protector will be above the
determined top of finished floor.)
3. Optional Drainage Holes- On building will have posts subjected to the elements,
(pavilion, open sided building, porch post, etc.) Drill out drainage hole dimples.
These dimples are centered on all (4) sides of the base “horizontal” uplift rib. They
allow drainage for rainwater running down the post and through the Post Protector.
We suggest 4” – 6” of drainage stone for initial backfill material. On enclosed
buildings, most builders will utilize (1) drainage hole so any (during construction)
rainwater can drain. Others prefer to shrink wrap the top of the Post Protector after
posts are set & remove wrap when the building is weathered in.