Column Options for Post-Frame Buildings
Choosing the right posts for your structure is essential for its strength and durability. At Burkholder’s Custom Construction LLC, we offer several reliable options. Treated wood posts are an affordable, chemically protected choice, though they may have a shorter life. Laminated wood posts are engineered for superior strength, resisting warping and supporting heavier loads for larger buildings. For a rot-proof solution, the Permacolumn is a concrete base that elevates the wood post out of the ground. Finally, the Green Post uplift restraint system is a patented anchor we recommend for high-security applications, protecting the structure from wind uplift. We'll help you select the best post based on your budget, design, and building needs.
Different Column Types for Post-Frame Construction
Selecting the right posts is vital for the durability and strength of your structure, and Burkholder's Custom Construction LLC offers several reliable options. Our choices include Treated wood posts, which are affordable and chemically protected against rot and insects; Laminated wood posts, engineered for superior strength and stability to resist warping and support heavy loads; the Permacolumn, a precast concrete base that eliminates rot by elevating the wood out of the ground; and the Green Post uplift restraint system, a patented method recommended for high-security applications to prevent uplift from wind. Each column type has unique benefits, allowing you to choose the best option based on your budget, design, and structural needs.
6×6 Treated Post
This is a durable, cost-effective option for many post-frame structures. The wood is chemically treated to provide excellent resistance against rot, decay, and insects, making it a reliable foundation that is easy to install for various residential, agricultural, and commercial applications.
3-Ply Laminated Post
Constructed from three layers of wood securely glued together, this post offers significantly greater strength and stability than a solid wood post. It resists warping, cracking, and splitting, providing superior support for medium-to-large buildings and ensuring the structure maintains its integrity over time.
4-Ply Laminated Post
Representing our strongest wood option, the 4-Ply Laminated Post is engineered with four layers of wood glued under high pressure. This design allows it to support the heaviest loads and longest spans, making it the ideal choice for large farm shops, commercial facilities, or any demanding structure that requires maximum structural performance and stability.
Choose Your Foundation for Lasting Strength
Reliable Options for Every Project
Green Post (Recommended By Burkholder’s)
Green Post is recommended by Burkholder’s Custom Construction LLC and protects the column for a lifetime. The coating seals the pores in the wood and is secondarily protected by a baked-on wrap. This method prevents moisture going to the posts to give is a lifetime warranty. It is ideal for projects and a longer lasting option.
PermaColumn
The PermaColumn is a revolutionary foundation system that uses a precast concrete base to lift the wood post completely out of the ground, permanently stopping rot and decay. Featuring a robust steel bracket to secure the post, this environmentally friendly column ensures maximum longevity and structural integrity for your building.
