Questions and Answers for AFCO 9' x 7-1/4" Endura-Aluminum Empire Style Column, Square Shaft (Load-Bearing 20,000 lbs), Non-Tapered, Textured White

A:  Thank you for your interest in this product! This column comes unassembled in multiple pieces. It is intended for a load bearing installation, so it offers reinforced joints. You would use a load bearing column to replace existing posts as long as it is not a free standing application, such as, a pergola or gazebo. If you intend to wrap the column around the existing post, then consider model number, EA0608FNPSAEMEM. This option would also come in multiple pieces but the joints would not be reinforced, so it would not be load bearing. As well, the capital and bases would be pre-split to reassemble around the old posts. Best of luck on your project!

A:  Thank you for your interest in this product! This column comes unassembled in multiple pieces. It is intended for a load bearing installation, so it offers reinforced joints. You would use a load bearing column to replace existing posts as long as it is not a free standing application, such as, a pergola or gazebo. If you intend to wrap the column around the existing post, then consider model number, EA0608FNPSAEMEM. This option would also come in multiple pieces but the joints would not be reinforced, so it would not be load bearing. As well, the capital and bases would be pre-split to reassemble around the old posts. Best of luck on your project!

A:  Thanks for reaching out. These columns are available in a "Primed" finish. To view this model in "Primed" please visit Model # EA0808ENPSPEMEM. Aluminum columns install easily and hassle-free, instantly adding a curb-appeal, home-value, and character.

A:  Thanks for reaching out. The capital and base are included. They are shipped separately, in case the column needs to be trimmed down. Aluminum columns are hassle-free to install and instantly add a decorative touch, curb-appeal, and home-value, to any exterior!

A:  Thanks for reaching out. The "Load-Bearing" construction, when installed, is sturdy enough to bear a dead-load (capacity depends on the size of column). The staves are constructed for a load-bearing application. The "Post Wrap" construction (Model # EA0909INPSPEMEM) has the capital, base, and staves split to go around an existing or new post. Both options, depending on what your project calls for, are easy an hassle-free to install. Hope this helps!

A:  Thanks for reaching out. For the 5-1/2 in. diameter option, that capital and base overall width is 8-1/2 inches. The capital and base height is 3-1/2 inches. Aluminum columns are budget-friendly, easy to install, and instantly add curb appeal to any home! To review the installation instructions, feel free to visit: https://images.homedepot-static.com/catalog/pdfImages/64/6402488f-ef9c-453c-a0dd-f211bcb700bb.pdf

A:  Thanks for reaching out. Yes, the capital and base are shipped separately, so you can trim the column staves (if need be). Aluminum columns are budget-friendly, easy to install, and instantly add curb appeal to any home! To view a the installation instructions and a helpful diagram, feel free to visit: https://images.homedepot-static.com/catalog/pdfImages/64/6402488f-ef9c-453c-a0dd-f211bcb700bb.pdf

A:  Thanks for reaching out. You can see the current lead time under the "How to Get it" section of this page. As lead times can vary and change, that will reflect the most accurate date. Aluminum columns are budget-friendly, easy to install, and instantly add curb appeal to any home!

A:  Thanks for reaching out. This particular column is the color "Wicker", as shown. It is also available in several other colors, such as "White", "Black", and "Bronze". Feel free to use the Home Depot search bar and type in "Non-Tapered Square Shaft (Load-Bearing) Endura-Aluminum Empire Style Column", to see all the color and size options.

A:  Thanks for reaching out. The capital and base are included in the purchase of your column. If you are needing an extra capital and base set, you can locate those under Model # EA08SSENSAEM. Hope this helps!