I need to replace the posts on my porch and it looks like doing this will be the best way to go about getting the job done.
I don't need much in the way of supporting strength, as the porch is small (8' by 13' and 8' tall), and I'll be replacing 2 "3 S" corner posts with 3 of these wood columns.
I'm currently considering using bald cypress (Taxodium distichum) because I can get it straight from the lumber yard. They have 6x6 posts, but they're green, and otherwise have a decent selection of kiln dried boards. If I select carefully, would buying the 6x6 posts be a good option, or would it be better to buy some of the smaller boards and build up a column out of those with glue and nails? If the latter, what's the best way to combine the smaller boards to form a square column?
Thanks,
-Nathan