{"id":3146,"date":"2020-05-15T16:59:08","date_gmt":"2020-05-15T20:59:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/camemat.magnetis.info\/which-kind-of-column-should-you-choose-for-your-home\/"},"modified":"2026-04-14T13:43:48","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T17:43:48","slug":"which-kind-of-column-should-you-choose-for-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/camemat.com\/en\/which-kind-of-column-should-you-choose-for-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Which kind of column should you choose for your home?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><b>Columns<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are one of the elements that add structure to the fa\u00e7ade of a residence. A particularly evocative architectural symbol, they embellish the image of your home and add a timeless aspect to any space with their beauty, style and elegance. Depending on the style, <\/span><b>columns<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can give new life to a Victorian home or add a decidedly modern touch to a newly built one.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The materials\u2026<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The way <\/span><b>columns<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are manufactured has changed dramatically over the years. They\u2019ve gone from using natural materials, which require a lot of maintenance, to durable maintenance-free materials.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether installed for structural purposes, decoration or to cover existing posts, they offer a clean, finished appearance. However, choosing a column is more complicated that it may seem, as you have to take various factors into consideration in order to make a judicious choice. Among other things, you have to decide on a material (polyurethane, PVC or aluminum), a style, a size and a color that will harmonize with the rest of your property.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Polyurethane and PVC <\/span><b>columns<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can imitate wood perfectly, in addition to offering a unique design, unparalleled durability and an impeccable finish. They\u2019re available in square, round or colonial styles. As for aluminum columns, they\u2019re valued for their elegant, modern lines. They\u2019re also available in a variety of colors. Finally, <\/span><b>columns<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> used as decorative coverings are made from PVC and are easy to assemble.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Different styles of columns<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s easy to identify the style of a home by its <\/span><b>columns:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Round columns:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the soft, rounded lines evoke a warm, classic style.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Square columns:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> more massive, these give a stark, industrial aspect to the fa\u00e7ade. They are a preferred choice in buildings featuring geometric lines and a modern design.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Victorian columns:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> these sculpted columns lend a period style to the residence. They\u2019re a favorite for classic-style homes or those with an eclectic mixture of old and new styles.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The advantages of the columns available from Cam\u00e9mat.<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom manufactured, offered in a variety of models and perfect for use alone or in combination with various styles of banisters and rails, the <\/span><b>columns<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> available at Cam\u00e9mat offer several advantages, including their durability, their strong performance over the course of their useful life and their use of materials that can stand up to the elements (water, wide temperature fluctuations, strong winds, etc.). You can also add ornaments according to your tastes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><b>Columns<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lend a touch of class to any home. They\u2019re a subtle means of accentuating its architecture. To personalize your project, Cam\u00e9mat offers factory painting service using high-quality paint that comes with a 25-year warranty against flaking, cracking and fading. Whether you choose from our existing line of <\/span><b>columns,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">order a custom column or have a reproduction made of a model that inspires you, we\u2019ll do everything it takes to make sure you\u2019re satisfied.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cam\u00e9mat helps you decide which type of column is right for your residence. Various styles and materials are available. 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