{"product_id":"simpson-strong-tie-outdoor-accents-avant-collection-zmax-black-powder-coated-post-base-for-6x6-apvb66-n9omkt","title":"Simpson Strong-Tie Outdoor Accents Avant Collection ZMAX, Black Powder-Coated Post Base for 6x6 (APVB66)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/overload-protection.svg\" alt=\"overload-protection\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode-Ready Strength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eDesigned to meet stringent building codes for seismic and high-wind conditions. That matters when you want a decorative post base that is not just for looks.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/angle.svg\" alt=\"angle\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustable Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe slotted design gives you room to dial in post placement during installation. That helps when anchor placement or post alignment is not perfect.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtected for Outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThis Simpson Strong-Tie post base uses ZMAX galvanization plus a black powder coat for added corrosion resistance in exterior and treated-wood applications, while the 1 inch standoff helps reduce post-end rot.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSimpson Strong-Tie APVB66 Outdoor Accents Avant Collection Black Powder-Coated Post Base for 6x6\u003c\/strong\u003e is a decorative structural connector built to secure a nominal 6x6 post or column to concrete in outdoor applications. This is a \u003cstrong\u003epost base\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong\u003ewood-to-concrete post anchoring on top-supported outdoor structures\u003c\/strong\u003e. Model Number: \u003cstrong\u003eAPVB66\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you are building a pergola, patio cover, or similar structure and want the connection hardware to look finished instead of purely industrial, this base is aimed right at that job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhat makes this one matter is that it balances appearance with real structural intent. Simpson Strong-Tie calls out that the APVB series is designed to meet stringent building codes for seismic or high-wind events. In plain terms, this is not just a trim piece around the bottom of a post. It is a steel post base intended to do real work where the post meets the slab or footing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe APVB66 fits a nominal 6x6 post and is made from 12-gauge steel. For this size, the listed dimensions are 5-1\/2 inches wide, 5 inches long, and 6-13\/16 inches high. Those numbers matter because they tell you this base is sized around a nominal 6x6, not every true rough-cut or full-dimension timber that gets called a 6x6 in the field. If you are working with rough stock or oversized cedar posts, check actual post dimensions before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe slotted design is one of the more practical details here. It gives you adjustability during install, which helps when your anchor placement is a little off or when you need to fine-tune post position to keep a pergola or patio cover running straight. That kind of adjustment can save time compared to fighting a fixed base that gives you no room to move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor outdoor use, the finish is a big part of the value. The APVB66 uses ZMAX galvanization under a black powder coat. The galvanizing helps with corrosion resistance, and the black finish is what makes it fit visually with the rest of the Outdoor Accents Avant Collection hardware. On a visible build, especially a cedar pergola or covered patio, that clean black hardware look is usually the whole reason guys step up to this line instead of standard galvanized connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAnother practical feature is the 1 inch standoff that lifts the post off the concrete. That gap helps keep the end grain out of standing water and reduces the chance of moisture-related rot at the bottom of the post. It is a simple detail, but on outdoor structures it is one of the most important ones because the base of the post is where water likes to collect and cause problems over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis base is part of Simpson Strong-Tie's Outdoor Accents system, so it can be dressed out with matching side plates for a more finished look. Fastener holes are slightly offset to help reduce fastener interference, which is a small but smart detail when you are driving structural screws and washers into a tight connection zone. Fasteners are sold separately, so plan your hardware list before the concrete is ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe best fit for the APVB66 is a builder, remodeler, or serious DIYer putting up a pergola, patio cover, or other top-supported outdoor structure where both appearance and code-minded performance matter. It is especially useful when the hardware will stay visible and you want something cleaner than plain galvanized post bases. What it is not for is a free-standing post with no top support, such as a fence or unbraced carport corner, because Simpson specifically notes these column bases are not recommended for installations that lack top support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eClean Look for Visible Post Connections\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/10497947304230_da87ef49f462.jpg\" alt=\"Simpson Strong-Tie APVB66 Outdoor Accents Avant Collection Black Powder-Coated Post Base used on a wood pergola over a patio to anchor posts to concrete in an outdoor backyard setting\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIf the post base is going to be seen, it should look like it belongs there. This connector is built for outdoor structures where the hardware is part of the finished look, not something you are trying to hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eBlack powder-coated finish matches the Outdoor Accents Avant Collection style\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eIdeal for pergolas, patio covers, and other top-supported outdoor structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-2\" class=\"acc flip\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt to Handle the Real Connection Point\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/10497947304230_53b105cc823d.jpg\" alt=\"Simpson Strong-Tie APVB66 Outdoor Accents Avant Collection Black Powder-Coated Post Base product view showing the 6x6 wood-to-concrete connector body and slotted base design\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe bottom of the post is where weather and movement usually start causing trouble. The APVB66 addresses both with structural steel construction, adjustability, and a standoff that keeps the post off the slab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e12-gauge steel construction for the 6x6 model\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003e1 inch standoff helps reduce moisture contact and post-end rot\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits-3\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExpandable Outdoor Accents System\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/10497947304230_cc47bf0d3c73.jpg\" alt=\"Outdoor Accents side plates installed around a post base on concrete to create a finished decorative wood post connection for an outdoor structure\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIf you want a more wrapped, finished look at the bottom of the post, this base can be paired with matching Outdoor Accents side plates. That gives the connection more visual presence without giving up the structural base underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cul\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eCompatible Outdoor Accents side plates are available as APVBDSP\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003cli\u003eDesigned to coordinate with matching structural screws and hex-head washers\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e(1) Simpson Strong-Tie APVB66 post base\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"included-note\"\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eStructural screws, hex-head washers, anchors, side plates, batteries, and any other installation hardware are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eNominal Post Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e6 x 6\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eSteel\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eGauge\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e12 ga\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eZMAX galvanization with black powder coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eWidth (in)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e5-1\/2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eLength (in)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e5 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eHeight (in)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e6-13\/16 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eWeight (lbs)\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e4.4 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003ePost Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eFits nominal 6 x 6 posts. Check actual post dimensions before ordering if you are using rough-cut or full-dimension lumber.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/accessories-included.svg\" alt=\"accessories-included\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eDecorative Accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eOutdoor Accents side plates are available for this system. Reference part APVBDSP.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eFasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eInstall with Outdoor Accents structural screws and STN22 hex-head washers. Simpson notes column fasteners as SDWS22312DBB structural wood screws used with an STN22 washer. Fasteners sold separately.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e\n        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eAnchorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eFor concrete anchorage design, Simpson references Titen HD mechanical anchors and SET-3G adhesive anchoring systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePergolas\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003ePatio Covers\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eTop-Supported Structures\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eOutdoor Remodeling\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDeck and Patio Projects\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eWood to Concrete Post Connections\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eBefore you set hardware, measure the actual post. The APVB66 is sized for a nominal 6x6, so if you are using rough-cut or full-dimension stock, confirm fit first. Also, use it on top-supported builds like pergolas and patio covers, not on unbraced posts or fence-style installs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003ch3\u003eWhy the Simpson Strong-Tie APVB66 Outdoor Accents Avant Collection Black Powder-Coated Post Base for 6x6 Makes Sense\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis is the one to buy when you want a visible post connection that looks finished but still comes from a structural hardware line that takes code and weather seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Builders and serious DIYers putting up pergolas, patio covers, and other top-supported outdoor structures with nominal 6x6 posts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e You get the black Outdoor Accents look, a 1 inch standoff to help with moisture management, and slotted adjustability that makes install less fussy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a bare base only, hardware is sold separately, and it is not the right pick for oversized rough posts or unsupported installations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of post does this fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed for a nominal 6 x 6 post. If your post is rough-cut or true full-dimension lumber, verify actual size before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this post base be used outdoors with treated wood?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Simpson specifies ZMAX galvanization with a black powder coat for extra corrosion resistance in exterior and treated-wood applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the base keep the post off the concrete?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. It has a 1 inch standoff to help reduce moisture contact and post-end rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a good choice for a fence or an unsupported post?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Simpson states these column bases are not recommended for installations that lack top support, such as fences or unbraced carports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Simpson Strong-Tie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43569894785072,"sku":"APVB66","price":12.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/4876\/8304\/files\/lm5foee6cuel_478bda96-32b9-4831-893c-e5845f3cd46c.jpg?v=1788570704","url":"https:\/\/toolnutus.com\/products\/simpson-strong-tie-outdoor-accents-avant-collection-zmax-black-powder-coated-post-base-for-6x6-apvb66-n9omkt","provider":"InoPrints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}