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Composite Post & Railing

14 years ago

Hi, We would like to replace the wood posts and railing on our front porch with composite. Since the posts are already there, supporting the roof, we need something that can wrap around the existing wood posts (Approx 6 ft). We also need to be able to order in a tan color. Does anyone know of anything that would work for this? Thanks.

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srercrcr
14 years ago
I think a cedar wrap would look alot better.
john_hyatt
14 years ago
Timber Tech sells a 1/2'' x 12' facia board that could be fastened into a 6' post wrap. J.
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