7 Tips to Install Outdoor Column Wraps

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7 Tips to Install Outdoor Column Wraps
Wrapping columns to create outdoor spaces is the
best way to add extra space. Column wraps give
you a covered porch or a nice shady and wind-free
place to eat al fresco. Plus, it adds lots of
additional areas for entertaining. And you should
entertain on your patio more often! Wrapping
columns for an outdoor room or lanai is like
building an extension. You want it to fit.
Make Sure You Have The Proper Tools And
Materials It is the most crucial step in the
whole process. You need to ensure that you have
everything you needand that your tools are in
good working orderbefore installing your column
wraps. This way, you won't waste precious time
trying to get things done with a tool that
doesn't work or trying to find the right
materials on short notice.
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Of course, if something goes wrong with one of
your tools or materials during installation,
there's nothing wrong with taking a break so you
can fix it and get back to working on your
project! Just keep track of where in this guide
you left off so that when you come back later,
it'll be easy to pick up where you left off
without having to reread everything from the
beginning again. Plan Your Design Around the
Columns You can't just install column wraps on
any old columnyou have to plan your design
around the columns. It is vital to work with a
concrete or steel structure with an existing
paint job, but it's good practice even if your
columns are wood or other materials. Consider
where exactly you want to place each wrap. For
example, if you're working with a concrete or
steel structure, you'll want to avoid putting
wraps close together in areas where there aren't
many people watching or passing bythis can cause
paint chipping and cracking as people walk by.
You also don't want to put them too far apart
because they'll look too sparse and not add much
visual interest or impact. Next up What color
should each wrap be? There are some general
guidelines here Darker colors tend to go
better with darker columns Lighter colors
tend to go better with lighter ones Black goes
well with dark browns and reds White goes well
with light browns and blues Green goes well
with yellowish-greens Etc. Measure Exact Column
Lengths Take the time to measure the exact length
of each Column, including any overlap needed for
the wrap to stay secure. If you are working with
a professional, you will likely be able to tell
you how much overlap is required for a specific
product. If installing the Column wraps yourself,
measure carefully and double-check your
measurements for accuracy. You'll want to ensure
no gaps between columns where water or debris
could get trapped insidethis will cause damage
over time and may even lead to mold growth if
left untreated! When wrapping columns, you must
leave enough space around each Column so it
doesn't become too tight or constricting on
itself while still providing optimal support for
your garden space. When measuring this area out,
keep in mind that there will also need to be room
around each Column so that they don't feel too
heavy when being lifted into place on top of one
another during installation time. Paint Column
Wraps Before Installing Whether you're using a
column wrap to hide an old, rusted, unpainted
pipe or to add some pop to your outdoor space,
it's essential to paint your column wraps before
you install
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them. It will ensure they blend in seamlessly
with the rest of your home's exterior and make
them more durable. To Paint your Column Wraps 1.
Clean the surface of the pipe with rubbing
alcohol and let it dry completely before
painting. 2. Use latex-based exterior paint
(the kind you'd use on a house) in color similar
to your home's exterior color scheme. 3. Apply
one coat of primer or sealer to the column wrap
before applying two coats of paint (or as many as
needed for coverage). Anchoring Into Place Your
Column Wraps You'll first want to find a way to
secure the bottom of your Column Wraps to a
surface that won't move around. We recommend
using either duct tape or wire ties. If you are
using wire ties, be sure they are sturdy enough
to hold the weight of your column wrap. Then,
secure the top of your column wrap to an anchor
point with more wire ties or duct tape. Once
you've secured both ends of your column wraps,
use some good old-fashioned elbow grease (or
perhaps an electric screwdriver) and screw them
into place! Trim Your Column Wraps to Level After
you install your column wraps, you may find they
need to be level with the rest of your walls (or
other columns). It can cause a problem when
trying to caulk around the Column wrapsif they
are not level, the caulk will not be able to
cover them up entirely. It is best to cut off any
excess material before caulking so it doesn't get
in the way of the caulk application
process. Caulk Where Necessary Caulking is
essential in ensuring that your column wraps stay
put and don't start peeling off after a few
months. The type of caulk you use will depend on
what kind of material you used for your aluminium
composite panel if it's wood or metal, then you
should use an exterior-grade silicone sealant if
it's plastic or vinyl, then use an acrylic latex
caulk if it's concrete or stucco (or any other
porous material), then use an acrylic latex
spackling compound instead! Order Your Outdoor
Column Wraps at a Discount Price from Sure
Panel Sure Panel offers high-quality and durable
outdoor Column wraps at affordable prices. As a
professional company, we have provided our
customers with the best products for years. We
are committed to providing the best service to
our customers. We also offer free samples. You
can check out our products before buying them.
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