How to UPGRADE Boring Wood Posts (Genstone Pillar / Column Wrap Installation - Easy & DIY Friendly!)
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- Опубликовано: 16 май 2024
- Learn how to upgrade boring wood posts with this Genstone pillar / column wrap Installation video!
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In order to upgrade wood posts with a GenStone stone veneer column / pillar wrap, you will need to follow these basic steps:
1. Shim / "Furr" the existing wood posts to 7-3/4" x 7-3/4"
In order to install the GenStone Pillar Wrap, you will need a post column that is approximately 7-3/4" x 7-3/4". If you are working with a 4"x4" or 6"x6" post (like me), that means you will need to "Furr" out the post to achieve the desired column size. In order to Furr out my 6"x6" post, I installed a 5/8" fence picket and a 1/2" strip of plywood on each side of the post (both the pickets and the plywood were pressure treated and rated for exterior use). After attaching the pickets and plywood to the posts, I was left with a post thickness that was pretty close to 7-3/4" x 7-3/4".
2. Install the Pillar Wrap Product
After furring out the wood posts, you can begin the pillar wrap installation. It is recommended that you first mark a level line on the post to indicate the top of the pillar. Since my pillar height will be 48" tall, I marked this height on the post and then I positioned the pillar panel in place. After confirming level, I secured the pillar panel to the wood post using exterior rated deck screws that were similar in color to the pillar panels (grey). I also used exterior rated construction adhesive on the back of the pillar panels for extra holding power. Next, I interlocked the next pillar panel with the panel I installed first, checked level, and then screwed it in place. I then repeated this process for the rest of the post wrap project.
3. Install the Pillar Wrap Post Cap
To install the pillar wrap post cap, you will first need to cut it in half. I cut my post caps in half using a hand saw. Next, you will need to mark the cut out for the 6"x6" post and then cut out the penetration in the post cap. To do this, I used a hack saw and a coping saw. After cutting out the penetration for the post, you will need to mix up the color match caulk that will be used to attach the two halves of the post cap back together. Mix up the color match caulking according to the manufacturer's instructions and then apply it to both sides of the pillar cap. You can also use construction adhesive to help glue the pillar cap to the post and the pillar panels below. Place both halves of the post cap in place and press them together. Secure them to the posts using screws and also screw the two halves of the post caps to each other. Clean up any excess color match caulk using a paper towel. Finally, caulk between the post and the post cap to ensure a water-tight seal.
Overall, installing this GenStone Pillar Wrap Product was not too difficult and I think this project can be tackled by the average homeowner. I am pretty happy with the final result and I can't wait to show you all the Gable Porch Overhang that these posts are supporting!
Thanks so much for watching and I will see you on the next one!
- Andrew
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Thank you so much for the idea! We have 2 boring wood posts for our front porch also whilst the neighbors have these beautiful, massive real stone pillars - so we've been trying to figure out how to "dress up," up boring wood pillars. Thanks again!!!
Hi from South Australia (Adelaide) , What a huge difference it made, looks like a trip to Bunnings our hardware store. Thank you for the easy step by step. Love it. 😍😍
Looks very nice and I appreciate your attention to detail.
Great job. You can even paint the exposed 4x4's black to match your railings. That might look nice
aggree
Nice job on that. Really dresses up the front entry.
very nice. modern n elegant. adds value to the property. thanks for the video
Nice job Andrew. Fun to see real-life application of some of these newer products. You do good job making the video entertaining too.
I appreciate it! Thanks for
The support 🙏👍
Outstanding job with attention to detail. Thanks for sharing!
SOOOOO BEAUTIFUL
Thank you for sharing this video
I need to do the same on my newly built patio posts. Thank you for making this video.
Great job as usual. I really like the attention you give to detail. I don't miss any of your videos,.
Thanks! I really appreciate the support! 🙏
Nicely done! Very informative. Thanks!
Again love your videos, just bought a house and your videos will be very helpful. Can't wait to start. Thanks again great job 👍
Appreciate it, Mike! Good luck with all the projects and congrats on the house!
brilliant transformation , the widow of bigjac
It looks amazing! I love your attention to detail!
Appreciate it, Sheree! Thanks so much for watching 🙏👍
Pillars look great! New to your channel and enjoying following you.
I love it when someone takes an old house in disrepair and completely transforms it.
Appreciate it! It’s coming along 👍
Great video, and a great finished product.
Adds a really nice touch to the entrance.
Appreciate it!
Paint post same color as railing or stain. Honestly awesome transformation.
I think u made it look easy... looks great
It’s amazing how those panels take the look of that front door area from “nice amateur” to “professional.”
Love the look.
Appreciate it!
Wish Andrew lived closer to me. At least I'd be hiring someone who I already know does amazing work. Good work is hard to find nowadays!
This guy is awesome I hope one day I can buy a house and do some of these projects 😅
Appreciate the support and good luck on your home buying journey 👍👍🙏
Another great video, Andrew!
Appreciate it! 🙏🙏
Beautiful job!!! Awesome
love the posts job.
Cool. Looks good Andrew. Again...learning lots
I appreciate it, Mary! Thanks for watching!
Looks great man
Wel done and very nic included the forgots...cord pugs in, cuts out make one not feel alone
Looks good. Gives me ideas.
Looks. Awesome. Thinking I would of wrapped to the top to make stone pillar look
It’s beautiful, great job.
Thanks!
Very nicely done - for my own personal preference I would have made the stone bases a little thicker, but it still looks very nice.
I hear ya on the thickness! Thanks for watching 👀
Fantastic job. Love the rake shake on the house as well. Classic. Might I suggest using a solid color black stain on the posts to match the railing and shutters? Just a suggestion, keep up the awesome work.
Looks way better great project!
Thanks Sean! Appreciate it!
Nice touch!
Fantastic work 👏
Thanks a lot!
Looks like it's a lot of work but the end result is amazing
CHINGON!!! GREAT JOB !!!!...
Great job
Unbelievable! I love it!
I really appreciate it!
i love that ive seen the overhang projet from start to finish but i just found out its a secret haha. cant wait to see that video to brotha
Please don’t leak 😂😂 and I appreciate it bro!
Window flower boxes.
👍👍
haha, might as well go for a picket fence too 😂
Each 11.25" x 24" panel is listed at $44.99 on the website that you linked in the description. Am I reading that correctly? You used a total of 16 panels, 8 per post. So it will cost me $720 for the panels not counting the furring material, adhesive, screws, and pillar cap. That is an absolute ridiculous price for this "upgrade".
Nice indeed !
Fantastic 😊
nice and simple. good job!
Thanks Pam!
Hmmmmm…..can’t see the whole reveal with the overhang too which I understand you will video later. Wondering if you should have done a shorter and wider stone face at the bottom then wrapped the wood in azak white board. Too bad you didn’t take the front steps off totally and done a slightly wider stoop coming out a few more inches on each side. This would have allowed a little more room when you open the front door. You did a super job on the sidewalk and front landscaping! So wonderful to see you take a house and fix it up yourself. Many men your age are clueless……..LOL!
Looks awesome!
Thank you!
Excelente trabajo!! 👌👏♥️
Thanks!
Lot of good ideas.
Thanks!!
If you had the time and patience, I would have formed up a mold around the post and made a concrete pillar cap In situ. I've seen foam molds that give the concrete a natural stone look and you could even add some color to the concrete. Would look and feel much better and eliminate any cut lines. Could do it before or after installing the pillar wrap depending on how messy you are with pouring concrete.
It came out amazingly good. 👍🏾
Thanks Chantell!
Very nice like it
Looks great
Thank you!
Very impressive!
Thanks Drew - Appreciate it!
Well Andrew, this is yet another stellar performance. I absolutely love the detail. Will you stain the remainder of the post above? Will this be a part of the yet-to-be-released show detailing the roof of the entry? Merry Christmas to you guys and to your family too. I am looking forward to the next video.
Best. Patrick
Thanks Patrick! I’m still contemplating staining - TBD. Thanks for the support and Merry Christmas to you and your Family as well!
Looks good!
Thanks!
Nice job. Now you can color match some exterior paint and hit the upper part of the posts.
Interested to know if this is a time saver vs real stone/concrete?
Love it!
I appreciate it!
Nice!!
Good job!
Thanks!!
The trust issues comment at 1:16 killed me 😅
Haha thanks for watching!
If you're tired of boring wood posts, this RUclips video is a must-watch. The Genstone Pillar Wrap installation is broken down into simple steps, making it accessible for anyone wanting to upgrade their outdoor space. The enthusiasm and easy-to-follow instructions turn what seemed like a daunting task into a fun and achievable DIY project.
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This is more work than just doing masonry
Looks great! Is there a reason you didn't use real stone? Is real stone not good for outdoor use? Nice job in matching the paint for the silicon!
The faux stone came out good but I'm not sure how I feel about the bare wood pole on the top half. It would have been nicer looking if you skipped the cap and just did the stone design all the way up, in my opinion.
Thanks for making this video and sharing this with us
I hear you! I think I may end up staining it or something 🤷♂️
@AndrewThronImprovements that's a good idea. Could even do some simple wood carving in it
It's a pretty cool upgrade. Not sure I would have gone through all the work to color-match the caulk, since it was a fairly neutral color, I would think there is something that coud be purchased that would match rather closely. But if you're picky I guess it makes sense.
The color match caulk came with the kit. But if it didn’t, I would agree with you 👍
Are they made out of plastic? And how sharp are the corners? Asking because I have little ones. Thanks
Nice work man! The only thing that I would do different is I would stain the 6 x 6 boards the color as the word on your address numbers
That’s a good call. I will be staining soon!
I love it. Where do u get the material and cost
Can you make a video how you put those rails? I’m trying to find out how to replace in my front porch
Looks great! I'd paint or stain the top of post though
Thanks! I think I am going to stain it.
ur the goat
Looks great. Recently subscribed to your channel. In the end, do you think this was truly easier than just doing a real stone veneer?
Appreciate it! Overall, probably a bit easier. I personally think that cutting stone and working with mortar is a pain, but you probably get a better look (or at least more authentic look in the end). This is definitely a bit more DIY / Average Homeowner friendly though, I would say.
@@AndrewThronImprovements I appreciate the honest feedback! I find working with mortar for a stone veneer is pretty easy, even for a beginner. You might consider doing that a future video. I think it would go over well.
Very nice job. Oscillating multi tool would make those cuts in the top very easy and clean.
What do you think it it would cost per post including contractor fees to do a project like this?
You should totally put that faux stone around the skirt of your house
Did you consider putting the wood wafer on the underside of the cap and using a center hole in the wafer to line up on a nail through a screw hole in the center of the cap ? Tracing the edges would give you a simple and precise cut line which would be accessible to cut once you halved the cap. It looks great, but the cost around $700 seems too high.
Nice.
I appreciate it! Thanks for watching!
I think that if you cut that ‘cap’ on just one side of the triangular section, then used a jigsaw to cut in the square hole for the post, then it wouldn’t be cut on three sides, and you could’ve put the cut quarter section towards the back side of the post (towards the house), instead of cutting the cap in half!
Could i just pour concrete to fill the gapping?
Looks amazing!!! I'm just curious if there's a piece of furniture you're never gonna be able to take back out of your house, now... Haha. I've seen that happen too many times.
Appreciate it! And I think I’ll be ok 🤞
Great job, but one thought. To prevent water from seeping through to the wood, why didn't you caulk the sides together, in addition to the center back part?
These look nice, it would have been nice (but more work...) to make a little ledge for a pot to sit on as well.
Raise the wood off the concrete, always
Is there a rule of thumb for the height of the bricks?
My final thoughts on the final results: Man I wish you lived near me❤
Could you have used an 8x8 post?
WHERE CAN I BUY YOUR CABLE HANDRAIL?
My gosh, what a beautiful stud you are.
Nice job.
I think I would have assembled the fake rock around the original post and just backfill it with Cement. That would adhere to, and protect the original post.
Maybe I'm missing an obvious problem with this, but, I'd do it.
Or, fill the gap with Great Stuff.
Less work that way.
Awesome, but are you going to paint the woos column on top?
I’m going to stain them!
How do you handle a rusted anchor plate?
The post anchor I used has a thicker coating than just standard hot dipped galvanized plates, so I am hoping that it is not something that I experience for a long time. With that said, I probably should have done a better job of ensuring that the furring strips were not in contact with the metal in case they wick up any moisture in the future.
@@AndrewThronImprovements is there any way of replacing the rusting one?
I was just wondering if maybe you would have taken the square that you cut off and grinded it to a power, mixed it with clear silicone if it would have worked better
For the color match caulk? Maybe! I have mixed saw dust with wood glue before as a wood filler - so that sounds similar
Looks way better. Wish they made them in stone.
1.2 in where did you learn to read a tape measure
They should make different size inserts to fill void between different size posts and the covers.