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1. Measure the exact floor to ceiling height using a plumb to ensure accuracy.


2. Cut the bottom of the column shaft as needed to achieve the measurement taken in step 1. Use an abrasive blade. CAUTION: Because only the shaft is load bearing, its top and bottom edges must be level to achieve full, even contact between load surfaces and shaft.” Use a rasp to level as required. NOTE: All height adujstments must be made from the bottom of the shaft. For the cap to fit correctly, the top of the shaft must be trimmed only enough to achieve level contact with load surfaces, or to achieve correct installation of decorative capitals.


3. Slip one-piece cap and base onto column shaft (see figure 1). The two-piece cap and base are attached after the shaft is installed. lfthis column is installed where it could collect water or debris, the top of the column and cap MUST be flashed (covered) to prevent such collection. Use lead, copper, aluminum, galvanized, etc. flashing cut slightly larger than the cap, and fold the edges down over the cap after step 5. It is not permissible at any time to fill the interior of the column shaft with sand, concrete or any other material.


4. If installation requires some method of securing the column in place before load is applied, use Poly-Classic Installation Kit #1760 (see figure 2) NOTE: Always drill clearance holes in columns and secure with through-bolts — DO NOT USE SCREWS — and do not over-tighten.


5. Apply standard construction adhesive to flashing (if used), top surface of cap and bottom surface of base; then tip loosely assembled column shaft into position, align flashing (if used), and lower load onto shaft to hold it in position. Align square part of cap with load surface (or flashing) above and push up against it to secure. Align square part of base with load surface below cap and push down until it is secure.


6. Caulk gaps between shaft and cap and base as desired.


7. All round columns are factory sanded. All surfaces of cap and base, square columns, and the concave area at the bottom of the flutes on fluted columns require preparation by sanding with 80 to 100 grit sandpaper. Sand to remove all glossy areas. Always follow the instructions of the paint manufacturer.
   
   A. To paint with oil base paint, remove all dust and dirt by thoroughly wiping column with cleaner compatible with your chosen paint. Allow to dry completely. Use a high quality oil base paint. Primer is not needed if the oil base paint is the desired color.
   
   B. To paint with acrylic latex paint, we recommend using a high quality primer like Sherwin-Williams@ PrepRite© Anchor- Bond and a topcoat like Sherwin-Williams© SuperPaint©. Remove all dust and dirt before painting by thoroughly cleaning with a cleaner like Simple Green© or isopropyl alcohol. Allow to dry completely before priming.


8. Columns may be split to cover lally columns, posts, etc. using an abrasive Carborundum or carbide blade. We recommend use of our Split Kits (see page 6) for reassembly - instructions are included with the kit. NOTE: Split columns are not load bearing, even when reassembled.

Stock Number	Price - each	Description	Lead Time	Carton Weight
71760	$5.46	Column Installation Kit - brackets, bolts, Tapcon Screws	3	15 lb.
71758	$4.00	Rail to Column Kit - toggle bolts, brackets, screws	3	2.6 oz.
72665	$48.75	Split Reassembly Kit - nylon ties, spacers, body filler. Two kits are required for columns 14' in height or taller.	3	2.5 lb.

For step by step installation instructions, click on the pdf file below.

Triton Architectural Columns - Phone: 877.488.5181 - Fax: 541.488.5151
PO Box 919, Talent, Oregon 97540

(All website prices are approximated and subject to change without notice. Please call for a complete and accurate quote.)