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Archived Cabana
Post Base Options
Post Base Options
Post Base Type
Notes
Sway Resistance
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Cost
Difficutly
Pros
Cons
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Example Engineering
Post Base Type
Notes
Sway Resistance
Wrap
Cost
Difficutly
Pros
Cons
Image
Example Engineering
Simpson ABU
Pedestal required
Must match post size (e.g., 8x8 post = 8x8 pedestal).
Engineer for 8” Max height regardless of post size.
Baseboard required to hide ABU
❌ No
Not Required
Low
Low
22-1166 Dellbrugge Pergola E-SEAL 10-19-2022.
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Simpson ABU on top of Pool Beam
❌ No
Not Required
25-0560 Kilbane Outdoor Structures NFC 05-09-2025.
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Pratt Post Base
Pedestal required
Must match post size (e.g., 8x8 post = 8x8 pedestal).
Engineer for 8” Max height regardless of post size.
✅ Yes
Required
Mid
Mid
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Post Embedment
Post embedment is the option of last resort due to warranty risk.
✅ Yes
Not Required
Low
Low
Warranty Risk
CMU Columns
Footer required
✅ Yes
Not Required
High
High
Durable
Very Strong
High cost (approx. $2500 per column)
Drill & Epoxy Threaded Rods
Typically used for a pergola or cabana over a sunken kitchens next to the pool beam
Can also be used for retrofits
✅ Yes
Not Required
Mid
Mid
Works in limited access areas
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YES NO
YES NO
Cost/Difficulty
Cost/Difficulty
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