Stone Columns for Porches

The most elegant of columns, stone columns not only give your porch a natural look but they also add immense curb appeal.

Stones must be cut from large slabs which substantially increases the overall costs; however, the final look is a work of art.

Selecting the stone

Size: Consider both the size of the columns and the size of stone you will use. Both are important. When selecting or building front porch columns, you want them to be aesthetically pleasing and proportional to your porch.

You also want to ensure they are not so large as to impact your view. In addition, choose a stone size that is proportional to the overall size of your column.



Color: Stones come in a wide variety of colors. Choose contrasting or bolder colors if you want your columns to stand out and be even more prominent.

Choose complementary colors if you want them to blend in with your porch's color or if you want to make a more subtle statement.

Pattern: Like colors, patterns also vary and can have a dramatic effect on your overall look. Many patterns are dependent on the cut and type of stone chosen. So consider the effect the overall pattern the stone you select will have visually on your porch.

Pictures of constructing front porch stone columns

The columns will be finished with limestone caps. Special thanks to RC Mickel for allowing us to use his pictures.

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