Product Description
The Simpson Outdoor Accents Mission Collection ZMAX Black Post Base Side Plate is a decorative finishing component designed to attach to the bottom of an installed post or column, delivering a clean, polished appearance at the base of structural posts in pergolas, patio covers, and other top-supported outdoor living structures. Built by Simpson Strong-Tie from 12-gauge steel with a ZMAX galvanized and black powder coat finish, these side plates bring a refined Southwestern character to outdoor builds while standing up to the demands of exterior and treated-wood applications. Each package includes two plates, providing coverage for both sides of a post base installation.
Key Features
- Complements the Outdoor Accents APB decorative post base (fasteners sold separately) - pairs directly with the matching APB post base for a cohesive, finished look that ties the entire post base assembly together visually.
- Designed for use with nominal 6x and 6x rough lumber - fits both standard dimensional and rough-sawn 6x posts, giving builders flexibility across a range of post and column types.
- Made from 12-gauge steel - provides a sturdy, rigid plate that holds its shape and maintains a consistent finished appearance over time at the base of outdoor posts.
- ZMAX galvanization with a black powder coat finish - delivers extra corrosion resistance specifically suited for exterior environments and treated-wood applications, reducing the risk of rust and surface degradation in exposed conditions.
- Quantity of two plates per package - supplies enough coverage for a complete single-post installation, streamlining purchasing for pergola, patio cover, and column base projects.
Why This Product
- Purpose-built finishing detail for outdoor post bases - rather than leaving an installed post base with an exposed, utilitarian look, these side plates conceal the base connection and give pergolas, patio covers, and similar structures a custom, intentional appearance.
- Engineered for long-term exterior performance - the combination of ZMAX galvanization and black powder coating provides a dual layer of corrosion protection, making these plates a dependable choice for outdoor and treated-lumber environments where standard finishes may fall short.
- Part of a coordinated decorative hardware system - the Mission Collection design language ties directly into the broader Outdoor Accents line, allowing builders and homeowners to maintain a consistent aesthetic across connectors, fasteners, and base hardware on a single project.
- American-made construction from Simpson Strong-Tie - backed by a manufacturer recognized for structural hardware quality, these decorative plates combine aesthetic value with the material integrity expected from a dedicated connector and fastener brand.
Specifications
- Model Number: APB66DSP
- Member Size: 6x, 6x rough
- Width: 5 in.
- Height: 7-1/4 in.
- Gauge: 12
- Coating: ZMAX
- Finish: ZMAX Galvanized with Black Powder Coat
- Country of Origin: United States
- Install With: (2) STN22 Outdoor Accents hex-head washers and (2) SDWS22312DBB Outdoor Accents structural wood screws per plate (fasteners sold separately)
Approved Applications
- Pergolas
- Patio covers
- Top-supported outdoor structures
- Exterior and treated-wood applications
Frequently Asked Questions
- What post sizes are these side plates compatible with?
- These side plates are designed for use with nominal 6x and 6x rough lumber, making them suitable for standard dimensional and rough-sawn 6x posts and columns.
- What fasteners are required to install these side plates?
- Installation requires (2) STN22 Outdoor Accents hex-head washers and (2) SDWS22312DBB Outdoor Accents structural wood screws per plate. Fasteners are sold separately.
- Are these side plates suitable for exterior and treated-wood applications?
- Yes. The ZMAX galvanization combined with the black powder coat finish provides extra corrosion resistance, making these side plates well suited for exterior and treated-wood applications.
- Which post base do these decorative side plates complement?
- These side plates are designed to complement the Outdoor Accents APB decorative post base, providing a finished, cohesive look at the base of an installed post or column.
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