What Is a Column?

A column is a decorative architectural element carried from classical architecture to the present day, with the appearance of a vertical support. In modern buildings it is mostly used for decorative rather than structural purposes: it gives entrances a monumental look and adds a classical character to facades and interiors. Polyurethane columns are the most preferred solution thanks to their light weight, moisture resistance and rich capital details.

A classical column consists of three main parts: 1. Base: The lower part sitting on the ground; it visually ties the load to the floor. 2. Shaft: The main cylindrical part, which can be plain or fluted (channelled). Fluted shafts give a classical look, plain shafts a more modern one. 3. Capital: The topmost and most ornate part of the column. Doric (plain), Ionic (scrolled) and Corinthian (leaf-ornamented) are the best-known classical orders. These three parts are produced separately and joined during installation.

Decorative columns vary by shape and place of use: - Round column: The most classical form; used as a full shaft at entrances and on facades. - Half column (pilaster): A half shaft leaning against the wall; adds depth to the wall surface. - Square column: A plain form preferred in modern architecture. - Fluted column: A model with longitudinal channels and a classical look. - Spiral column: A model with a twisted shaft and baroque character. All are produced in polyurethane as lightweight, ready-made parts.

- Light weight: Much lighter than concrete and stone columns; it does not load the floor slab or facade and requires no crane. - Moisture resistance: Does not absorb water or rot; safely used on facades. - Rich detail: Fine ornaments such as Corinthian capitals are moulded exactly. - Easy installation: Base, shaft and capital parts are quickly joined with adhesive and mechanical support. - Paintable: Painted any colour with facade or interior paint. For any non-structural application, it is a practical alternative to traditional materials.

- Building and villa entrances: Creates a monumental entrance with single or paired columns around the door. - Facades: Used along balcony and terrace lines to create facade rhythm. - Interiors: Provides decorative emphasis in living rooms, hotel lobbies, wedding halls and shops. - Garden and landscape: Applied together with pergolas and entrance arches. Half columns (pilasters) create vertical accents on wall surfaces and between doors and windows.

The column price varies according to shaft diameter and height, capital order (plain Doric is more economical, ornate Corinthian higher), fluted or plain shaft, and quantity. Since our products are made to order, prices are given on a project basis; the price covers only the product cost, shipping and installation are excluded, and products are ex-works.

A column is a decorative architectural element with the appearance of a vertical support, consisting of a base, shaft and capital. In modern buildings it is mostly used decoratively.

No. A polyurethane column is decorative; it does not carry structural load. It is applied as cladding over structural columns or as an independent decorative element.

A pilaster is a half-shaft column leaning against the wall. It adds depth and vertical emphasis to the wall surface and is often used between doors and windows.

Doric is plain, Ionic is scrolled (voluted), and Corinthian is the most ornate with leaf ornament. The choice depends on the architectural character of the building.

Yes. Polyurethane does not absorb water and is frost-resistant; painted with facade paint, it is used long-term at entrances and on facades.

The base, shaft and capital parts are aligned and joined with polyurethane adhesive and mechanical fixing where needed; joints are filled and painted.

Shaft diameter and height, capital order, fluting detail and quantity determine the price. Because products are made to order, the price is given on a project basis.