Can these posts be used alone for weight baring walls ? --across front of porch (4) or at corner and middle of small porch (2).
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They are wrap around columns intended to go around existing support posts or columns. They can go any of the places mentioned but must lock around current posts.
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No these are not load bearing I have 4x4 posts inside mine on my back porch
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I would only use on a round post. If the fork leg is oval like most, it probably won't hold.
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I would think it will be fine so long as the post are sturdy enough. I would suggest a board going from one post to the other and braces on the post.
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If you are inventive then I think you can make it work but its default is to mount over a 4x4 post. One person already suggested drilling through the pipe and bolting it in and I think that would work. Personally, I don't know your specifics, but I might try to strap a 2x4 to your pole and mount the mailbox to it or something along those lines.
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I sank a couple of 4" x 4' posts outside my patio. Two corners are attached to the house and two corners are attached to the posts. Works great.
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I'm not sure about putting it together like that. You would lose some stability because there would be nothing to keep the posts in place. Don't think that would work.
387361
You can use most any plates for these posts but you will have to drill a hole in them yourself. I have a DRILL PRESS with a diamond head bit to drill holes into plates.
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I've been thinking about a way to build side rails. Most people put it next to a wall or desk to use for balance. It kind of is a disaster. Very narrow with no side rails, so you gotta watch your feet most of the time
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2 would be fine. Lots of power here. Back wall pointed out. I have 8 of these and they are THE Best you'll find anywhere. All are over 5 years old. I use them everyday. Not a problem....ever.
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I did not set posts. I built an arched frame over a trampoline and used it as a shade cover in that manner. I will tell you that the corners do hang out further than the center of the shade cloth and there is some stretch to the material in and of itself.Whatever the measurement is , I would allow an extra six inches in the pole settings and buy at least two adjustable straps to mount it with. You might want to check out Harbor Frieght. Also, a slight pitch will help you get leaves, etc off the top of the shade in a much more easy manner than a flat top. Good luck. It is a good quality shade! I did not set posts. I built an arched frame over a trampoline and used it as a shade cover in that manner. I will tell you that the corners do hang out further than the center of the shade cloth and there is some stretch to the material in and of itself.Whatever the measurement is , I would allow an extra six inches in the pole settings and buy at least two adjustable straps to mount it with. You might want to check out Harbor Frieght. Also, a slight pitch will help you get leaves, etc off the top of the shade in a much more easy manner than a flat top. Good luck. It is a good... » Read More I did not set posts. I built an arched frame over a trampoline and used it as a shade cover in that manner. I will tell you that the corners do hang out further than the center of the shade cloth and there is some stretch to the material in and of itself.Whatever the measurement is , I would allow an extra six inches in the pole settings and buy at least two adjustable straps to mount it with. You might want to check out Harbor Frieght. Also, a slight pitch will help you get leaves, etc off the top of the shade in a much more easy manner than a flat top. Good luck. It is a good quality shade! « Show Less
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I wouldn't put anything that weighs more than 10 lbs which is a lot. You could use 2 f these hooks if you have something that weighs more than that. Something too heavy will pull out of the siding if not clipped properly.
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Definitely. Each post is full of holes for shelf height variation, so you could just nut/bolt them in different places.
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Yes, if you have the ability to install the gate strip and closure strip. The strips usually are screwed into the wall and could be fastened the same way on a porch.
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If you have a boom or front end loader to pull straight up it may pull them out. Because the post could be anywhere from 6" to 24" in the ground they will be difficult to pull out sideways. Also the condition of the post may cause them to break off at the ground level. Good Luck!
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two would be plenty. One would likely not be quite enough, esp. if you have to do railing, balusters, and support posts.
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No, because you wouldn't have the posts to do that. You need their posts because the boards slide into the notches, that's how they are attached. Also, these boards are not really 4" high, they are 3.5 at best. I was very disappointed with how shallow this turned out even putting it together correctly. IF you can possibly buy the lumber and make this yourself instead of buying this package you will be much happier and have a much better end product!
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I would say probably not. Our posts were exactly 4x4 and they fit really snug. I bet you could shave a little off the top to put then on because they are really nice for the price.