Overview: The Manchester Mailbox
Set into a brick column or pilaster, the Manchester mailbox turns daily mail pickup into a curb-appeal feature. This non-locking column mount mailbox with the decorative Agave emblem is built by QualArc from cast aluminum, with a weather-sealed door and an oversized composite box that holds up to seven days of mail in a column, pilaster, or masonry wall install. Choose from three powder-coat finishes: Black, Bronze, and Antique Copper.
Manchester Mailbox Key Features
- Adds instant curb appeal with a cast aluminum faceplate and the decorative Agave emblem
- Holds up against year-round weather thanks to a baked-on powder coat finish in Black, Bronze, or Antique Copper
- Keeps mail protected behind a weather-sealed hinged door
- Holds up to seven days of mail in an oversized composite box
- Fits any standard brick column, pilaster, or masonry wall opening
- Matches your setup with an optional address plaque, newspaper holder, and steel red flag
- Also available as a separate locking version when you need secure mail retrieval
- Comes from QualArc, a manufacturer known for durable decorative column mailboxes
Manchester Mailbox Specifications
Composite box material: Composite
Door: Weather-sealed, hinged, non-locking
Decorative emblem: Agave
Locking upgrade: Sold separately as a locking Manchester version
Warranty: 90-day returns (custom orders non-returnable)
Where the Manchester Mailbox Fits
The Manchester is built to be inset into masonry, so the right fit comes down to what you are mounting it into. Most buyers land on one of three setups. If you are still comparing bases, our column insert mailboxes cover the full range, and the mailbox column options guide walks through each one.
Brick or Stone Columns
This is the standard install. When set into a brick or stone column, the Manchester faceplate sits flush over a pre-built rough opening sized to the composite box. That box measures 8.5 inches wide, 12 inches high, and 16 inches deep, so frame the cavity to match. Build it to spec and the mailbox seats cleanly with no extra framing.
Pilasters and Masonry Walls
Mounting against a pilaster or masonry wall? The Manchester takes the same rough opening dimensions. You can mount it flush with the wall face or recess it slightly for a more built-in look, depending on your design.
Pre-Built Stucco Columns
No existing column? Turn the Manchester into a stucco column mailbox with the optional Manchester Stucco Column. It ships ready to install over a 4x4 wood post and measures 60 inches high by 24 inches wide by 24 inches deep, giving you a finished column base without any masonry work.
Other Manchester Mailbox Emblems and Door Styles
Comparing your Manchester mailbox emblem options? The Agave is one of seven door styles in the line. If you want to compare the other six emblem options before buying, here they are, each on its own product page.
Non-Locking vs Locking Manchester Mailbox
This is the Manchester non-locking mailbox: a full cast aluminum faceplate with a hinged door and a lower price point, the right pick for decorative curb appeal without mail security. If you need protection, the Manchester Security Locking Column Mount Mailbox with Decorative Agave Emblem adds a 16-gauge powder-coated steel drop chute, a locking rear door, a separate outgoing mail slot, and room for packages up to 7.5 by 7.5 by 14 inches. Want a locking version instead? We sell it as a separate listing: the security-locking Manchester ships ready to lock, with no insert or conversion needed.
Manchester Mailbox FAQs
What size opening do I need for the Manchester Mailbox?
Build your rough opening to fit the composite box, which measures about 8.5 inches wide, 12 inches high, and 16 inches deep. The faceplate overlaps the opening edges, so size the cavity to the box, not the faceplate. Confirm final dimensions against the spec sheet before you frame.
Is the Manchester Mailbox USPS-approved?
No. The Manchester is a column-insert mailbox for private delivery, not a USPS-approved curbside unit. USPS approval applies to roadside and wall boxes that meet USPS-STD-7B. Use the Manchester where you collect mail at a column or wall and do not need a carrier-served roadside box.
Can I convert this non-locking Manchester to a locking mailbox later?
Budget Mailboxes sells the Manchester as two separate products: this non-locking version and a separate locking version. There is no add-on insert to buy from us. If you want secure mail retrieval, choose the locking Manchester listing, which ships ready to lock.
What finishes does the Manchester Mailbox come in?
The Manchester comes in three powder-coat finishes: Black, Bronze, and Antique Copper. Each finish is baked on for outdoor durability. Bronze and Antique Copper read warmer against brick and stone, while Black gives a crisp, modern contrast.
What is the shipping time for the Manchester mailbox?
The Manchester non-locking mailbox usually ships in 3 to 5 business days. Actual transit time after it leaves the warehouse depends on your delivery location, so check the shipping estimate shown at checkout for the most accurate arrival date.
About QualArc (Quality Architectural)
QualArc is a leading manufacturer of Pre-fabricated Columns, Decorative Mailboxes, Lighted Address Plaques, Natural Stone Address Plaques, and site amenities. QualArc prides itself in providing superior quality products and exceptional customer service.
Manchester Non-Locking Column Mount Mailbox
Made of solid, rust-proof cast aluminum, the Manchester column-mounted mailbox features a durable powder-coat finish designed to withstand harsh weather conditions. The faceplate remains cast aluminum, while the Standard mailbox insert box is constructed from a durable plastic composite for enhanced weather resistance and longevity. The doors are sealed to protect mail from the elements. The Mailbox is available in three powder coated finishes:
- Black
- Bronze
- Antique Copper
Beyond your mailbox finish, the Manchester Mailbox is available with the following decorative door accents:
- Plain door (no emblem)
- Fleur de Lis emblem
- Scroll Emblem
- Cross Emblem
- Oak Tree Emblem
- Pineapple Emblem
- Agave Emblem
QualArc Manchester Non-Locking Stucco Column
The optional Manchester Non-Locking Stucco Column comes ready to install over your 4″ x 4″ wood post (not included). The column has a styrofoam core with a painted stucco exterior. The dimensions are: 60 in. H x 24 in. W x 24 in. D. The Manchester Stucco Column is available in 3 elegant finishes:
- Sandstone
- Burnt Tuscan
- Slate Gray
Beyond the color of your stucco column, finish options include:
- Standard Finish
- Double Stucco Coat* (upgraded finish)
- Smooth Finish (upgraded finish)
*The Double Stucco Coat is typically used if you will not be applying a final stucco coat. The second layer of cement is thicker and stronger than the standard single coat, and it is better suited for high-traffic locations where there is greater chance of surface impacts.
Features:
- Manchester Non-Locking Column Mailbox featuring a cast aluminum faceplate with a durable powder-coat finish and a plastic composite mailbox insert.
- Mailbox finishes: Black, Bronze or Antique Copper
- Multiple decorative door emblems available
- Mailbox is weatherproof with sealed doors to protect your mail
- Mailbox Faceplate dimensions: 11.25 in. W x 14.25 in. H x 1.5 in. D
- Optional Manchester Non-Locking Stucco Column available
- Matching Manchester Address Plaque with 3" brass numbers available
- Optional Address Plaque dimensions: 7 in. H x 11 in. W x 0.5 in. D
- Matching Column Mailbox Newspaper Holder available as an option
Available Options
Matching Cast Aluminum Address Plaque with 3" Brass Numbers:
Give your Manchester Mailbox a distinct identity with a weather-proof Machester Address Plaque. Crafted of sturdy cast aluminum with a tough powder coat finish, the address plaque is available in three elegant finishes to match the Machester Mailbox:
- Black
- Bronze
- Antique Copper
The three-inch numbers are crafted from brass for prominent visibility. Plaque dimensions are 11in. W x 6.5 in. H.
Matching Column Mailbox Newspaper Holder:
Add useful functionality to your Manchester Mailbox by installing a weather-proof Newspaper Holder into your Stucco Column. Constructed of cast aluminum with a tough powder coat finish, the newspaper holder is available in finishes to match the Manchester Mailbox:
- Black
- Bronze
- Antique Copper
Dimensions are 9 in. W x 7 in. H x 15.75 in. D.
Steel Masonry Flag for a Brick Mailbox:
Every mailbox deserves a sturdy, stainless steel, red flag. The Manchester Steel Flag with bracket allows for installation on masonry columns. Flag dimensions: 1.5 in. x 7 in. (flag itself)
*Please Note: At times, we may add a bag of cement in order to change a freight class, therefore reducing freight costs for our vendors.