Installation Guide
YELLAWOOD
®
COLUMNS INSTALLATION GUIDE
Replacing porch columns is a fairly easy project, taking only a few hours to nish depending on the skill of the
worker, but it should be undertaken only by a properly licensed and qualied professional. Make sure you follow
local building codes and select columns that are strength rated to support the structural load they are going to
carry. You can nd structural load values for YellaWood
®
columns at yellawood.com/columns or ask your dealer
for details. Read this entire guide and review the YellaWood
®
Column Lifetime Limited Warranty before you begin
installing the columns. The following steps will walk you through the process step by step.
1. Place a temporary support next
to the column you’re replacing.
This is accomplished with a bottle
jack, a 4x4 or 2x6. This will brace
the roof line for removal of the old
column and support the structure.
Always be sure that the brace
and related items have sufficient
structural integrity to support the
load.
2. Remove the old column
and measure.
3. Measure new column (be sure
to account for the added height of
the plinth or metal connector) and
cut to the proper length.
4. Cut using a circular saw or
compound saw. Always wear
protective eye wear and cut on a
stable surface. Seal end cuts.
5. Attach plinth or metal
connector* to the end painted
yellow. This will be the bottom of
your column. The factory-applied
end sealant will help reduce
moisture absorption.
6. Slide new column into position.
If high wind tie-down cable or
rod is required, consult code and
manufacturer’s recommendations.
WARNING: Column installation requires at least 2 people
Tools:
Tape Measure
Bottle Jack
Circular Saw or Compound Saw
Level
Cordless Drill
Hammer or Rubber Mallet
Carpenter’s Square
Additional Equipment:
Plinth or metal connector
End cut preservative
Safety Equipment:
Gloves, goggles, dust mask
Temporary Support:
4x4 or 2x6
*Sold separately