Stair Rail Post Installation

Mark bracket height on level.
Stair rail post installation. For a tight fit. Smith s detailed installation manual this article will focus on how we applied those instructions to this specific job. Stand 4 foot level on first step and hold it plumb. Find newel post installation kits at lowe s today.
Unfinished oak box newel is designed for interior stairs. Cut the notch in the post bottom to fit into the notch on the front of the stair tread leave this step out for through the tread posts. From stair treads stair railing and a complete from stair treads stair railing and a complete selection of stair parts surewood lnl has what you need to make your stairs beautiful. Handrails or banisters give you something to hold onto while walking up and down the staircase while a stair railing prevents falling off the side of the staircase.
Measure from the long point of the 45 degree miter on the rail to the wall and add about 1 16 in. Railings is a structural steel post that can be mounted on wood or concrete in lieu of using a pressure treated post. The surewood lnl 55 in. Calculate height of handrail and mounting brackets.
Handrail 3 step handrail fits 1 to 3 steps mattle wrought iron handrail stair rail with installation kit hand rails for outdoor steps black by homeplus007 279 99 279. It is made of unfinished oak and offers the warm appeal of natural wood. You ll also need balusters key players in support for the railing safety and additional style and newel posts the main pillar at the front of the staircase also. Light weight design makes installation fast and easy.
Mark the level where it meets top of second step. Cut posts to length by cutting off the bottom of the post. Post install kit for 36 in. Stair rail construction is a complicated endeavor so the best way to plan it is slowly and carefully with attention to every site specific detail that might affect its installation.
Model 3008 10 etokp. With the stair railing mounted it s easy to measure for and install the short pieces that return to the wall at the top and bottom of the rail. Rather than rehash l j. In this video this old house general contractor tom silva explains how to install a stair handrail.