Elkhart, IN- May 15, 2007 - Now you and your customers can have the prestigious stately curb appeal of columns for a fraction of the installed cost of traditional masonry. Composite products manufacturer, Architectural Composite Technologies of Elkhart, Indiana markets an expansive product line of simulated masonry columns used as fencing columns, landscaping pillars, driveway entrances, sign support, property illumination, deck & railing columns and mailbox columns. The patent pending universal designs simply mount over a traditional 4" x 4" post that is secured in the ground with fast setting bagged concrete much like a common fence post installation.

"Now there's a rapidly installed, easier alternative for professional looking masonry columns at a fraction of the cost" according to Director of Sales & Marketing, Carl Almeter. These durable and maintenance-free columns are custom molded using high-density polyurethane with incredible authenticity to stone, brick and stucco. They also feature and incorporate the patent pending EZ-MasonT installation system. The columns have been engineered to install quickly and reliably thereby lowering labor and material costs for the contractor, home builder, developer or D-I-Y property owner. Additionally, "these columns won't rot, crack, shift, scale or be subject to efflorescence like traditional masonry." Finding masons that are able to install traditional masonry columns at an affordable price has presented a problem for years. Now customers can have the maintenance-free curb appeal they desire at an affordable price. "We also have launched nationally our new Column SleeveT product line for deck & railing applications at the International Builders Show and FenceTech in Orlando, FL with tremendous excitement!" This product family features simulated stone, brick and stucco in up to 10 color patterns in a sleek easy-to-install column design. The Column SleeveT simply slides over a standard 6" x 6" deck post and allows railings to attach through side walls using standard bracket hardware for an incredible upscale look. They also can be combined with an optional pedestal for a sleek low cost masonry column that's perfect for your next 48"-54" ornamental fencing project.

Residential & commercial property owners, builders, developers, architects and installation contractors can choose from various styles, heights, ornamental caps, colors patterns and accessories to create the look of traditional masonry in a lower cost maintenance free building product. The modular product line features universal pedestals, caps and accessories that provide innovative design flexibility in a standard product offering for various sized column applications. Development entrances, gateways, fencing, in-ground pool illumination, landscape pillars, perimeter wall systems, mailboxes, deck columns, driveway entrances, etc. a designer's dream! Visit www.landmarkaccents.com to download the Product Selection Guide or to inquire about becoming a dealer in your market.