{"title":"Ionic Columns","description":"\u003ch3\u003eIonic Order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIonic Columns\u003c\/strong\u003e are a member of classical Roman architecture. One of the three \"classical orders\" (others being Doric and Corinthian), this style of column design was prominent throughout the Roman empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ionic Columns\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1886\/2961\/files\/concrete-ionic-capital_grande.jpg?v=1505254325\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoman columns were typically designed with 24 flutes running the column shaft, with fillets (ridges that separate the flutes) being about 1\/3rd the flute width. A standard roman column had a height of 8 times the diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIonic Capital\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ionic Column Capital\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1886\/2961\/files\/ionic-column-capital_grande.jpg?v=1505254292\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary distinction between the three primary styles (or \"orders\") is the capital, located at the top of the column. Ionic column capitals are distinguished by a flattened scroll on two sides of the column, with curled ends (\"volutes\"). Ionic capitals are commonly associated with stately, intellectual buildings like those at universities and libraries - providing an air of sobriety and intellectual pursuits. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIonic Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Concrete Ionic Capital\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1886\/2961\/files\/concrete-ionic-capital_5970512b-a2e3-491a-9735-db9ac1d5c572_grande.jpg?v=1505254420\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern exterior columns are simply designed to fit the structure they're attached to and provide no weight bearing purpose - they're purely decorative. Two types of material exist today that primarily imitate Ionic columns - wood and concrete. Exterior wood columns are prone to rot, infestation, mold and should generally be avoided. Concrete columns are more true to form, however the sheer size and weight means that they need to be built on site (time consuming) or pre-fabricated and shipped and installed on site (money consuming).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStucco Ionic Columns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExterior-grade columns, capitals and bases made from stucco or polyurethane are lightweight for easy installation, can be pre-fabricated for quality control and easy of assembly, and are durable. Standard load-bearing posts and beams are used to support the structure above, with the columns being simply wrapped around the structural components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polyurethane capitals can be added after installing a column, by selecting a capital inner-diameter that matches the outer-diameter of a column. A column base can be installed in the same way, to finish off the look of the column, before being painted with any exterior-grade masonry or stucco paint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIonic Pillars and Pilasters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1886\/2961\/files\/ionic-pilaster-capital_large.jpg?v=1505254356\" alt=\"Ionic Pilaster Capital\" style=\"float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigning with Ionic capitals isn't limited to columns - flattened pillars (known as Pilasters) can be adhered to any wall surface to create a repeating architectural element that meshes with the columns.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"smooth-column","title":"Smooth Column","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmooth column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice is per full column in 8 foot length. 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