Abstract: A device that enhances the aesthetic look of preexisting post structures such as a fence, gate, railing, banister, and similar structures. The device is preferably made of two pieces and includes a cavity therebetween to accommodate the post and engage it in a frictional fashion. The device may be adorned with a variety of design elements as desired by the user. In the preferred embodiment, an attaching means may be incorporated into the two pieces to allow expeditious and cost effective attachment thereof.

Abstract: A cover shoe that encloses the junction between the base of a post and a mounting plate is disclosed. The cover shoe is preferably made of two pieces and thus allows the cover shoe to be applied to the junction after the post has been welded to the mounting plate. The two piece cover shoe eliminates the need for field welding of the post to the mounting plate while the cover shoe is precariously slid up the post and maintained there during the welding process.