Product Description
The Simpson Outdoor Accents Avant Collection ZMAX Black Post Base Side Plates are decorative side plates designed to attach to the bottom of a post or column, giving installed post bases a clean, finished appearance that elevates the look of any outdoor living structure. Part of the Avant Collection - recognized for its straight edges and timeless design aesthetic - these plates are well-suited for pergolas, patio covers, and other top-supported exterior structures where both appearance and durability matter. Constructed from 12-gauge steel with ZMAX galvanization and a black powder coat finish, they deliver reliable corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications.
Key Features
- Complements the Outdoor Accents APVB decorative post base - pairs directly with the matching post base for a cohesive, intentional look across your entire post and column installation
- Designed for nominal 8x and 8x rough lumber - ensures a proper, flush fit whether you are working with standard-cut or rough-cut 8x posts and columns
- 12-gauge steel construction - provides solid, sturdy material thickness that holds up in structural outdoor applications without adding unnecessary bulk
- ZMAX galvanization with black powder coat finish - combines an enhanced corrosion-resistant galvanized layer with a sealed powder coat surface, making these plates reliable for wet exterior environments and direct contact with treated wood
- Avant Collection straight-edge profile - delivers a clean, modern silhouette that suits a wide range of pergola, patio cover, and outdoor living structure styles without appearing dated
- Installs with Outdoor Accents-matched fasteners - compatible with STN22 hex-head washers and SDWS22312DBB structural wood screws (sold separately) so hardware stays visually consistent throughout the project
Why This Product
- Finish meets function outdoors - the ZMAX galvanized coating paired with a black powder coat goes beyond standard galvanizing to protect against the moisture and chemical exposure common in exterior and treated-wood construction, so these decorative plates maintain their appearance over time
- Designed as a complete system - because these side plates are built specifically to complement the Outdoor Accents APVB post base, buyers get a unified, professionally finished look at the base of every post rather than a mismatched mix of hardware from different product lines
- Timeless Avant aesthetic for versatile projects - the straight-edge, clean-line design of the Avant Collection works across a broad range of outdoor structures including pergolas, patio covers, and other custom outdoor living builds without locking you into a single architectural style
- Made in the United States from heavy-gauge steel - 12-gauge steel construction from Simpson means buyers are getting a structurally serious decorative component, not a lightweight cosmetic cover that sacrifices durability for appearance
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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