PVC Post Cover for 4" Post
4" PVC Post Covers - Made to Fit 4x4 Wooden Porch Posts
Probably the best value you'll find online! The column includes the 4" PVC Post Cover and a 5" PVC Post Cover Trim set used for the top and bottom of the column. The actual OUTSIDE size is a true 5" x 5" and 4" square inside. This column is made to wrap a 4x4 wooden porch post perfectly, without seams!
For a 6x6 wooden post, we suggest that you order the next size up - 8" x 8" Smooth NonTapered PVC Column Wrap. Typically a 4x4 wooden post is actually 3 5/8" square, and a 6x6 post is 5 1/2" square. Nationwide. dimensional lumber does vary. If in doubt, measure your existing posts before ordering.
This is a popular column for us and can ship them out fast. The Capitals and Base shown are included in the package.
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Column Installation Tips & FAQs
Find helpful tips, specifications and installation advice on how to install our Columns. Read through the instructions to see if this is the right product for you.
4" PVC Post Cover, made to cover a 4x4 wooden post. Probably the best value you'll find online! The Porch Patio Column includes the 4" PVC Post Cover and a 5" PVC Post Cover Trim set used for the top and bottom of the column. The actual size is a true 5" x 5" (outside dimension). The height chosen includes the cap and base as part of it.
The column shaft is made from 4 pieces of ⅜" to ½" thick PVC, making the inside dimension about 4" x 4". with a lock-metered edge on all sides for easy assembly. This Column comes flat packed with adhesive, tape, and all the parts pre-cut for a Cap and Base (as shown). Some shimming material may be required.
PVC column covers or wraps are quick and easy to install as well as lightweight, strong and paintable. They hold up to warping, shrinkage, decay, and insects and never need to be painted. Made with the same cellular PVC as is commonly used for decking and other outdoor mouldings and trims. Matches perfectly with the PVC Newel Post.
New for 2022 - More Post-Covers Than Ever Ship for Free!
We have expanded our offering of nine and ten-foot column post cover that ships for free (Limitations).
As UPS and other parcel delivery companies limit package length to eight feet, we came up with these solutions to make our columns easier to afford. After some in-depth discussions with architects and designers, we developed these column options. We continue to offer columns with a simple, single one-piece shaft. The longer nine or ten-foot columns could only be shipped by transport truck with costs starting in the $250 range. If your project requires 6 or more columns, you may find the cost to ship each column to be reasonable.
For those who require only a few post covers, you will really appreciate our new configurations where the shipping is included. The first option is the post cover, where the shaft is shipped in two pieces or sections. Either an 8 plus 1 foot or an 8 plus two feet section. We include the astragal trim to hide the seam. The second option is with a single eight-foot shaft and a Telescopic or overlapping tall base. The base is shipped 24” long and can easily be cut down on-site using a hand or chop saw. As both sections of the shaft overlap, you do not need to cut the shaft, it's entirely up to your design preference.
>> For more options, check out our Tall Telescopic Post Covers. >>Post Covers for Interior Applications
*Shipping Specials only apply to the lower 48 states.
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Production TimeQuick Ship
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Tarrif Code3925.90.0000
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Shipping CostShipping Special based on Configuration chosen, contact us for Quote if required.
Limitations to our Shipping Specials -
Height4ft - Free Shipping, 6ft - Free Shipping, 8ft - Free Shipping, 9 ft., 9 ft. Two Piece Shaft - Free Shipping, 9 ft. with Telescopic Base - Free Shipping, 10 ft., 10 ft. Two Piece Shaft - Free Shipping, 10 ft. with Telescopic Base - Free Shipping, 12ft
COLUMN FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Are you the manufacturer?
Elite Trimworks does produce most of our interior columns and most exterior columns. We specialize in manufacturing PVC Columns.
Are your columns load bearing?
Yes, all of our round wood and Fiber Cast columns are load bearing. Refer to website for the load bearing capability of the desired column.
If my wood columns are split, what type of adhesive do I need to reassemble them?
To reassemble a split column, a high quality wood glue adhesive should be used. This product can be found at any hardware or construction-supply provider.
How do I secure a split column to a wooden or metal post?
Depending on your application, there are several ways to hold a column in place when used for decoration purposes only. One of the most common ways to hold a column in place is to use standard "L" brackets on the bottom and top of the column's shaft. The Tuscan Base and Capital hide this method of installation. If being assembled around a wooden post, a common way to secure the column is by using wood shims. The shims should fit snugly between the column shaft and the post for proper stability. Be sure to visit our website for further column installation instructions.
Can I trim my columns to a lower height?
Yes. If it is a non-tapered column, 1/3 of the shaft height can be trimmed without affecting the fit of the base and capital. Trimming must take place from the bottom of the shaft only!
How are the columns shipped?
Columns measuring up to 8 feet are shipped using UPS. Any column longer than 8 feet must be shipped using a common carrier (Tractor Trailer) and different shipping rates apply.
What happens if my columns arrive damaged?
Depending on shipping method, different rules apply. For instance we do not allow UPS shipments to be refused. For transport shipments, it needs to be indicated on the Bill of Lading (BOL) and we need to be contacted right away. For complete details please see our Terms & Conditions
Is Elite Trimworks competitive with their pricing?
You bet ya! Our 20,000 square foot warehouse allows us to buy in volumes. Half of the columns we sell are made in-house and we pass on the savings to you. We are confident that our prices are some of the best out there. Give us a call and find out for your self.
Can I install the columns myself or will I need a contractor?
Columns less than 9 feet are easy to manage for proper installation if you are handy with basic tools required. Our website has downloadable instructions for installation. Columns over 9 feet high are best managed with the assistance of an experienced contractor.
Can columns go around poles and beams?
Any column is capable of being split in order to accommodate your design. The rules are as follows: Round Beams take overall diameter; Square Beams, take diagonal measurement from top to determine width. Refer to our specs for inside clearance of the shaft to determine proper size column needed.
Do capital and base add any height to the column?
When you order a round wood column the capital and base are factored into the overall finished height of the column. When ordering the Fiber Cast columns, the capital and base are pieces that fit around the column (see image below) and so they do not play a part in adding height to the finished column.
Are the capitals load bearing?
Decorative capitals are strictly for decorative purposes and are not load bearing. The wood or MDF capitals that come standard with the wooden columns are load bearing.
Are your exterior columns insect and decay resistant?
All our exterior columns are engineered and tested to warrant against damage caused by exterior elements.
How are the columns approved for load?
All of our columns come with full strength and material testing provided from our local material testing facility and engineer, see individual products for exact load bearing data.
How wide should the column shaft be?
The width of columns are calculated in terms of a ratio between the base diameter of the shaft and the height. If you where looking for architecturally accuracy, a Tuscan or Doric column should be seven diameters high, an Ionic column, eight diameters high and a Corinthian column nine diameters high. For more on the “Orders of Architecture” go to www.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Classical_order#Tuscan_order
How should I paint my interior columns?
Bulls Eye 1-2-3®i (see site for complete details) a whole house, universal interior/exterior, water-base stain-killing primer-sealer. Excellent adhesion to glossy surfaces, including tile and enamelled trim. Low odour and easy-to-apply with great flow and levelling. Breathable, flexible acrylic formula resists blistering and peeling. This primer generally dries and is ready to expect paint within the hour.
Why should I discuss my project with you?
Speaking with us will ensure that you are getting the correct column for the job, our years of experience may prevent you from making costly errors.