: For a more natural or rustic look, you can build a three-sided box from cedar boards, slide it around the post, and attach the fourth side with wood glue and brad nails.
: Faux stone panels can be installed to create the appearance of a solid stone pillar, often seen on front porches. DIY Installation Basics 53388.rar
: For round steel lally columns, flexible wood or MDF "pole wraps" can be glued directly to the column to give it a fluted, decorative appearance. : For a more natural or rustic look,