Mailbox info and parts

Here in Capron Ridge, we have standardized individual mailboxes and colors for house plaques. A standard type of mailbox is to show a level of uniformity and pride in our houses. Keeping these in good order and appearance is important to the feel you and your guests receive when in our neighborhood. 

 

The company that has parts for our mailboxes is Creative Mailbox Designs. (855) 253-MAIL (6245)

Our main mailbox is a variation of the Estate Collection series and you need to mention Capron Ridge as the community since they sell that way to communities. There are some differences in mailbox flag colors (Tralee Bay uses gold, others use red). There are also double mailbox types in the neighborhood. You may call or email them for parts and information. If needed, they will come to your house (for a fee) and perform installation services.

 

 

This is the most common mailbox bracket that is damaged by vehicles

 

Mailboxes are to be painted black, using a gloss, satin, or matte finish. This includes the Mailbox Post. The Post should be painted with the same black color and finish used on the mailbox.  The best paint we have found is Rustoleum Painters Touch Ultra Cover; it seems to stand up well to the Florida sun. Do not forget to replace the address numbers on both sides after painting the mailbox. We suggest the gold vinyl numbers used when the mailbox was installed. You may also use plastic attached numbers, which also work well and take the gold paint very well for updating.

 

Replacement flags may be purchased at stores like Home Depot and Lowe's, or online at a higher cost. The flags should be red in color if you are not living in Tralee Bay.

 

The mailboxes in Capron Ridge are aluminum (versus steel) for rust avoidance, but there is oxidation that occurs underneath the paint. You can notice bubbling of the paint (oxidation underneath) or paint flaking off, which then shows a white powder underneath, which is the oxidation. You can either use a heat gun to remove the paint or some sort of abrasive pad (sandpaper is difficult to use and can remove aluminum if you are not careful). The combination of a heat gun and an abrasive pad, used carefully, is the best approach to remove the paint/oxidation. This will significantly extend the life of the mailbox and avoid future expenses.

 

Plaques should be painted either flat or gloss black with gold for the edges and numbers. A good gold paint that lasts is available from the link below.