Product Description
Simpson APVB88DSP Outdoor Accents Avant Collection ZMAX Black Post Base Side Plates by Simpson Strong-Tie are decorative side plates designed to attach to the bottom of a post or column, delivering a clean, finished appearance to an installed post base. Part of the Avant Collection - known for its straight edges and timeless aesthetic - these plates are ideal for pergolas, patio covers, and other top-supported outdoor living structures. Built from 12-gauge steel with ZMAX galvanization and a black powder coat finish, they offer exceptional corrosion resistance suited for exterior and treated-wood applications.
Key Features
- Complements the Outdoor Accents APVB decorative post base for a cohesive, polished look
- Designed for use with nominal 8x and 8x rough lumber
- Straight edges and clean lines define the Avant Collection's timeless design aesthetic
- Constructed from durable 12-gauge steel for long-lasting structural integrity
- ZMAX galvanization with a black powder coat offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications
- Made in the United States
Specifications
- MPN: APVB88DSP
- Brand: Simpson Strong-Tie
- Collection: Outdoor Accents Avant Collection
- Member Size: 8x, 8x rough
- Height: 9-5/8 in.
- Width: 7 in.
- Gauge: 12
- Coating: ZMAX
- Finish: ZMAX Galvanized with Black Powder Coat
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Pergolas and overhead shade structures
- Patio covers and outdoor living structures
- Other top-supported exterior post and column installations
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What post size is the APVB88DSP compatible with?
- These decorative side plates are designed for use with nominal 8x and 8x rough lumber, making them the correct match for standard or rough-cut 8x posts and columns.
- What fasteners are required to install these side plates?
- Each plate requires (4) STN22 Outdoor Accents hex-head washers and (4) SDWS22312DBB Outdoor Accents structural wood screws. Fasteners are sold separately and are not included with the plates.
- How does the ZMAX finish with black powder coat benefit outdoor installations?
- The ZMAX galvanization provides an enhanced level of corrosion protection over standard galvanizing, and the black powder coat further seals the steel surface. Together, they make these plates well-suited for exterior environments and applications involving treated wood, where moisture and chemical exposure are common concerns.
- Which post base does the APVB88DSP complement?
- These decorative side plates are designed specifically to complement the Outdoor Accents APVB decorative post base, providing a finished, uniform appearance at the base of an installed post or column.
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Note: The structural screws, hex head washers, and concrete anchors are not included.
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