{"product_id":"round-knife-plate-log-post-base","title":"Round Knife Plate Post Base for Logs – Cold Rolled Steel","description":"\u003ch3\u003eConcealed Post Base for Round Log Posts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Round Knife Plate is a heavy-duty cold rolled steel post base built to anchor round logs to floors, decks, concrete and footings. The 10\" knife slides into a slot cut in the bottom of your log, so the connection stays hidden and the natural beauty of the log stays front and center. The round base follows the shape of the log for a clean, finished look from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold rolled steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw steel (unfinished)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e ½\" thick round base with four ¾\" mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnife plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\" tall × 4\" wide × ¼\" thick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8\" round or 10\" round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round logs and log posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Knife plate only. Fasteners, nuts and bolts are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Use a Log Post Knife Plate\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLog stair posts and newel posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLog deck posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntryway and porch posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreestanding log signs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLog pergolas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMailbox posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGazebos and pavilions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFence and gate posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArbors and garden trellises\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoor lamp posts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose a Knife Plate Post Base?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional post brackets that wrap around the outside of a post, a knife plate sits inside the log. You get a strong steel connection without bulky visible hardware, which makes it a favorite for rustic, log and timber-frame builds where appearance matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size round knife plate do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose the base size closest to your log's diameter: the 8\" base for logs around 8\" and the 10\" base for logs around 10\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does a knife plate install?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe base is fastened to your floor or footing through the four ¾\" holes. A slot is cut into the end of the log to receive the 10\" knife, and the log is then secured to the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use this outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, with a protective coating. Knife plates ship in a raw steel finish, which will rust if left exposed to the weather. For outdoor use, we recommend painting or powder coating before installation. Raw steel can also be left to patina for a rustic look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre fasteners included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Each knife plate ships as the steel plate only. Choose anchors for your floor or footing (concrete, wood deck, etc.) to fit the four ¾\" base holes, and bolts sized for your log to secure it to the knife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wasatch Timber Products","offers":[{"title":"8\" Round","offer_id":49884634546414,"sku":"KP-RD-08","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10\" Round","offer_id":49884634579182,"sku":"KP-RD-10","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/4923\/1342\/files\/RoundKnifePlateSideView.heic?v=1793120789","url":"https:\/\/wasatchtimber.com\/products\/round-knife-plate-log-post-base","provider":"Wasatch Timber Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}