Simpson CB88R 8x8 Column Base - Gray PaintedNotice This connector is designed for Rough Cut lumber NOT nominal lumber (most common). The Simpson CB88R 8x8 Column Base Gray Painted enhances the strength and stability of your construction projects. Crafted from durable heavy gauge steel, this column base is designed to connect columns or posts to concrete foundations. These connectors are cast in place or wet set in concrete, sit flush with the concrete for full post bearing, and is ideal for