Wood columns are available though American Porch for your new construction or remodel project. Wooden columns are made-to-order and must be ordered via phone/email. We do not have an online purchase option because wood architectural columns are custom-made for your specific project. Ordering is easy, and we will do the legwork for you. Just send […]
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From the breathtaking construction of the Parthenon to the stately elegance of Capitol Hill, Doric columns have been used in architecture throughout history. Their timeless beauty and appeal are marked by their simplicity, and they can now be found in modern times adorning grand homes across the country. Looking to Buy Doric Columns? Our Round […]
Need your porch railing restoration approved by your local historical society? This is a common situation that we run into all the time. You need a porch restoration. The builder or homeowner must follow the rules of the historic district. They need permission for the new railing materials. This especially true for homes on the […]
Where to buy porch balusters? If we’re doing our job, finding beautiful architectural porch railings isn’t as difficult as it used to be. Browse our different sizes and styles, decide on what you like, and we’ll send them directly to your jobsite. Not sure how many you need, or have questions? No problem. We’re happy […]
High quality, architecturally correct exterior porch railing costs between $50 and $275 per linear foot for the materials. This of course covers a wide range of railings from the simple square wood balusters and smaller rail, up to our massive 12″ Poly Rail and 7 1/2″ wide Balusters used on the largest commercial projects. So […]
What is a Fluted Column? When we refer to a fluted column, we simply mean a column has round indentations running vertically the length of the shaft. Fluted columns add an element of detail and timeless beauty, and are often paired with ornamental capitals. Flutes actually were seen even before the Greek architecture it is […]
What is the difference between an entasis column and a straight tapered column? A straight tapered round column has a straight line between the bottom (larger) diameter and the top (smaller) diameter. This results in an unattractive look because it creates the illusion that the sides of the column are concave (rounded inward). A better, […]
Large wood porch baluster jobs are what we do at American Porch! Several buildings at the VA Hospital in Sheridan, WY have been undergoing renovations for a few years now. The latest project was a “porch and roof correction”, as designed by architects Fourfront Design, Inc. It is a massive project including eight porches and […]
American Porch – the new name of Western Spindle! We are excited to announce a new name for our company: American Porch LLC (formerly Western Spindle LLC). The company is still owned, managed, and operated by the same people. We will continue to make and sell the same product line. As always, your designs, files, […]
We are excited to announce the addition of a new standard spindle design – the Rampart! This design was developed by our professional architectural design specialists because of the large demand we’ve seen for custom spindles of similar design. This symmetrical turned baluster design is common all over the country. The name Rampart was inspired […]
