Gun Barrel Pilings® and Uniform Diameter Wood Poles
Gun Barrel Pilings® are solid wood pilings machined to maintain a uniform diameter with no natural taper. They combine the appearance of round wood with the straight, consistent profile required for many marine, structural, architectural, and decorative applications.
Based in Houston, we supply Gun Barrel Pilings® for projects throughout Texas, including Houston, Dallas, Corpus Christi, and surrounding markets.
Based in Houston, we supply Gun Barrel Pilings® for projects throughout Texas, including Houston, Dallas, Corpus Christi, and surrounding markets.
Gun Barrel Pilings® for Texas Projects
Gun Barrel Pilings® can be used for marine, exterior, structural, and architectural applications throughout Texas. Their uniform profile makes them suitable for projects where both the natural appearance of wood and consistent dimensions are important.
Whether your project is located along the Houston or Corpus Christi waterfront, in the Dallas area, or elsewhere in Texas, contact our team with your required diameter, length, treatment, finish, and application.
Whether your project is located along the Houston or Corpus Christi waterfront, in the Dallas area, or elsewhere in Texas, contact our team with your required diameter, length, treatment, finish, and application.
Why Choose Gun Barrel Pilings®?
Uniform Diameter
Each piling is machined to maintain a consistent diameter without the natural taper found in regular round pilings.
Solid Natural Wood
Gun Barrel Pilings® are made from solid wood rather than hollow or assembled materials.
Refined Appearance
The uniform profile creates straighter and more consistent visual lines while preserving the character of natural wood.
Easier Alignment
The consistent diameter makes Gun Barrel Pilings® easier to align with frames, joists, stringers, and other structural members.
No Squaring Required
Unlike square pilings, uniformly round Gun Barrel Pilings® do not need to be turned so that one specific face aligns with the structure.
Suitable for Marine Projects
Treated Gun Barrel Pilings® can be used in or near water for marine construction projects.
Interior or Exterior Use
The pilings can be supplied untreated for interior use or treated for exterior and marine applications.
Customizable
Gun Barrel Pilings® can be cut, drilled, painted, carved, coated, or finished according to the project requirements.
How Are Gun Barrel Pilings® Different From Traditional Round Pilings?
Traditional round wood pilings naturally become narrower from the bottom to the top. This variation can make alignment and matching more time-consuming during construction.
Gun Barrel Pilings® are machined to remove the taper and create a consistent diameter. Their uniform shape allows components to be prepared from a project parts list rather than individually fitted to pilings with different dimensions.
Gun Barrel Pilings® are machined to remove the taper and create a consistent diameter. Their uniform shape allows components to be prepared from a project parts list rather than individually fitted to pilings with different dimensions.
How Do Gun Barrel Pilings® Compare With Square Wood Pilings?
Gun Barrel Pilings® provide the visual consistency of square pilings while retaining a natural round profile. They are stronger than comparably sized square pilings because machining a square timber removes more of the log’s outer wood.
Their round shape also means the piling does not need to be rotated to align a flat face with a joist, stringer, frame, or other structural component.
Their round shape also means the piling does not need to be rotated to align a flat face with a joist, stringer, frame, or other structural component.
What Gun Barrel Piling® Sizes Are Available?
Gun Barrel Pilings® are available in:
- Diameters from 5 to 20 inches
- Lengths up to 50 feet
Gun Barrel Pilings®, poles, and columns are made according to the required project specifications. Availability may depend on the requested size, wood species, treatment, quantity, and project location.
What Treatment Levels Are Available?
Gun Barrel Pilings® can be pressure-treated according to the project’s exposure conditions. Common CCA treatment levels include:
- 0.40 pcf: Ground-contact applications
- 0.60 pcf: Freshwater applications
- 2.5 pcf: Saltwater applications
Other treatments and retention levels are available upon request to meet engineering or government contract specifications.
What Wood Species Are Available?
Depending on the required size and project location, Gun Barrel Pilings® may be available in:
- Southern Yellow Pine
- White Pine
- Western Red Cedar
- White Cedar
- Oak
Can Gun Barrel Pilings® Be Treated?
Yes. Gun Barrel Pilings® can be treated for exterior, ground-contact, and marine applications. They may also be supplied untreated for interior projects.
Treatment should be selected according to the project plans, exposure conditions, and required specifications.
Treatment should be selected according to the project plans, exposure conditions, and required specifications.
- UntreatedUntreated Gun Barrel Pilings® can be used for interior columns and other protected applications.
- TreatedPressure treatment is available for exterior and marine applications.
- Kiln DriedUpon request, the wood can be kiln dried and prepared for staining.
- Polymer CoatedPolymer coating is available for projects that specify an additional protective barrier around the wood
What Finish Options Are Available?
If no special finish is requested, Gun Barrel Pilings®, poles, or columns are supplied unfinished.
Additional finish options include:
Additional finish options include:
- Lightly SandedA lightly sanded surface provides a cleaner appearance while preserving the natural wood grain.
- Hand HewnA hand-hewn finish creates an aged, traditionally worked appearance.
- DistressedA distressed finish gives the wood a more weathered or rustic appearance.
- SandedAdditional sanding can produce a smoother and more refined surface.
- StainedStain can be applied according to the requested brand and color.
- PaintedThe wood may also be painted according to the project requirements.
Where Can Gun Barrel Pilings® Be Used?
Gun Barrel Pilings® can be used for interior and exterior projects where a solid, natural-looking, uniform wood member is required.
Beach Homes
Uniform-diameter pilings can provide structural support and consistent visual lines for elevated coastal homes.
Docks and Piers
Treated Gun Barrel Pilings® can be used in marine structures built in or near water.
Boathouses
Their uniform profile can help create consistent lines throughout a boathouse structure.
Structural Columns
Gun Barrel Pilings® can be used as natural solid wood columns for interior or exterior structures.
Commercial and Public Projects
Uniform wood columns can be incorporated into projects where structural use and natural appearance are both important.
Zoos and Parks
Gun Barrel Pilings® have been used as natural-looking columns and structural members in zoo, park, and public environments.
Custom Wood Projects
The pilings can be cut, drilled, carved, painted, or otherwise customized for the project.
Gun Barrel Piling® Features at a Glance
| Feature | Available Information |
|---|---|
| Material | Solid natural wood |
| Shape | Uniform round profile |
| Taper | No taper |
| Diameter range | 5 to 20 inches |
| Maximum length | Up to 50 feet |
| Interior use | Available untreated |
| Exterior use | Treatment available |
| Marine use | Treatment available |
| Kiln drying | Available upon request |
| Polymer coating | Available |
| Customization | Cutting, drilling, carving, staining, or painting |
| Standard condition | Unfinished unless another finish is requested |
How Do Gun Barrel Pilings® Differ From Other Piling Products?
Different products are available for marine, structural, piling repair, and shoreline projects.
Can Gun Barrel Pilings® Be Used In or Near Water?
Yes. Treated Gun Barrel Pilings® are suitable for projects in or near water.
Their round profile allows moving water to flow around the piling, and their machined shape exposes less heartwood than comparably sized square pilings. Polymer coating is also available when the project specifications call for an additional barrier around the wood.
The required treatment, coating, size, and installation should be based on the project’s marine specifications.
Their round profile allows moving water to flow around the piling, and their machined shape exposes less heartwood than comparably sized square pilings. Polymer coating is also available when the project specifications call for an additional barrier around the wood.
The required treatment, coating, size, and installation should be based on the project’s marine specifications.
Can Gun Barrel Pilings® Be Customized?
Yes. Gun Barrel Pilings® can be produced according to the required diameter, length, wood species, treatment, coating, and finish.
They can also be:
They can also be:
- Cut
- Drilled
- Carved
- Sanded
- Stained
- Painted
- Polymer coated
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Gun Barrel Piling®?
A Gun Barrel Piling® is a selected solid wood log machined to create a consistent diameter with no taper.
Are Gun Barrel Pilings® made from solid wood?
Yes. Gun Barrel Pilings® are made from solid natural wood.
Do Gun Barrel Pilings® taper?
No. They are machined to create a uniform diameter from one end to the other.
How are they different from traditional round pilings?
Traditional round pilings naturally taper. Gun Barrel Pilings® are machined to provide a consistent diameter and straighter visual lines.
How are they different from square pilings?
Gun Barrel Pilings® retain a round profile and do not need to be rotated to align a flat face with a frame or structural member.
What diameters are available?
Gun Barrel Pilings® are available in diameters from 5 to 20 inches.
What lengths are available?
Gun Barrel Pilings® can be produced in lengths up to 50 feet.
Can Gun Barrel Pilings® be used as columns?
Yes. Their uniform profile and natural wood appearance allow them to be used as structural or decorative columns.
Can Gun Barrel Pilings® be used in water?
Yes. Treated Gun Barrel Pilings® can be used for projects in or near water.
Can the pilings be cut or drilled?
Yes. They can be cut, drilled, carved, painted, and customized according to project requirements.
Need Uniform Diameter Wood Pilings?
Send us your project location, required diameter, length, quantity, treatment, and finish requirements. Our team can help you discuss available Gun Barrel Piling® options.