1. Measure the net opening length where the
column is to be used. Install brace so that
the opening is slightly increased for easy
installation of the column. |
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2. IMPORTANT! Trim the top of the column
if necessary, so 1/8" to
1/4" of the column extands beyond the
cap, so the load rests on the column, not
the cap. Trim the bottom to fit the overall
opening determined in step number 1. Lightly
sand the column shaft and the cap and base
with 100 grit sandpaper to insure good paint
adherence. |
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| 3.
Drill holes in corners (pre-marked) of the
cap and base for screws and/or bolts if you
elect to use the latter. Be sure to use construction
adhesive whether or not screws and/or bolts
are used. |
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4. Place base on the column by sliding it
down from the top end of the column as illustrated. |
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5. Stand column into its vertical level position.
Slide base to floor. Mark a pencil ine around
the column at the top of the base, and... |
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6. Slide the base out of the way. |
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7. Run a bead of construction adhesive around
the top of the column above bearing shoulder
in a zig-zag pattern and install cap with
a twisting motion. |
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8. Spread adhesive on all bearing surfaces
of both cap and base making sure to leave
no gaps on edges. |
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9. Run a bead of construction adhesive around
the shaft at the pencil line. |
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10. Stand the column into its permanent position,
slign the cap and level the column. Remove
the brace (See No. 1) and allow the full weight
onto the column. Slide the base down the shaft
and align it with the cap. Press base down
firmly to assure thorough construction adhesive
contact. Be sure the load is spread evenly
over the bearing surface of the column. |
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11. Install screws and/or bolts. Caulk between
the column and cap and base to assure the
optimum, long life installation. Be sure to
lightly sand with 100 grit paper. Clean column
surface with a damp rag and apply a high quality
grade of paint. |
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