Simpson Outdoor Accents Avant Collection ZMAX, Black Powder-Coated Post Base for 6x6 Nominal Lumber The Simpson Strong-Tie Outdoor Accents line of decorative hardware features connectors and fasteners that bring beauty and strength to custom outdoor living structures. The Avant Collection features straight edges and chamfered corners for a clean, timeless design. The APVB post bases secure the post or column to concrete and are perfect for outdoor projects, such as pergolas, patio covers and other top-supported structures. These post bases feature a clean, simple design and provide ZMAX galvanization with black powder-coat for extra corrosion resistance. The post base includes a 1 in. standoff from the concrete to help avoid post-end rot from moisture. Avant collection features straight edges and chamfered corners for a clean, timeless design Designed to meet stringent building codes for seismic or high-wind events Slotted for adjustability Features 1 in. standoff to help prevent rot at post end Nominal post size: 6x6 Made from 12-Gauge steel ZMAX galvanization with a black powder coat offers extra corrosion resistance for exterior and treated-wood applications Outdoor accents side plates available (see APVBDSP)