Painting - Immediately upon arrival, stain-grade wooden columns and decorative capitals must be primed, and then it is imperative that two coats of oil-based paint be applied to these primed columns. Do not use a primer containing zinc on redwood columns. Do not prime or paint columns to be stained.

Exterior Column Ventilation - Adequate ventilation must be provided at the top of the wooden column by a vented recessed soffit. Ventilation must be provided at the bottom of the wooden column by the plinth or plates. This ventilation must be maintained at all times. See installation instructions.

Storage - We do not recommend storage of wooden columns and decorative capitals. If your columns must be stored prior to installation, they must be kept in a dry, well ventilated place in an upright position. Prior to storage, paint-grade columns should be sanded, primed and painted. PolyStone may be stored.