Making Concrete Column Caps

Making the formwork profile introduction when the concrete gate posts were first made we didn t give too much thought as to what sort of cap would adorn the tops.

Making concrete column caps.

They protect brick or stone work from weather and corrosion and add beauty to the work. Add five inches to the length and width of the column measurements to allow for cap overhang and 2 by 4 framing. How to make a concrete column cap molds step 1. They usually need to be slightly larger than the dimensions of the column to allow overhang.

Concrete wall and column caps were an important part of this patio s design. We offer a variety of sizes styles and color from which to choose. Build a concrete form to hold the concrete for the cap. Then while on a sunday drive we spotted a post with a suitable cap and took a photo.

The first thing you need to do is learn all about cast concrete. Generally columns are 16 by 16 inches which. Precast concrete column pier or tier caps are designed to be placed on top of pillars columns or mailboxes. That s it to the.

Measure the column that is to receive the molded concrete cap. Step 1 apply release agent using either a prepared concrete release agent or spray on vegetable oil apply a thin coat to the inside of the concrete mold. Wall caps column caps and fireplace hearth and mantel step 1. Use a table saw and a miter saw for this step.

Making a cast concrete column is a relatively easy and simple process if you have all of the materials needed for the project. Enhance the appearance of concrete walls and columns with our stylish selection of durable designed for all weather wall and column caps that will give your project the perfect finish. Cut it 19 1 2 inches long.