Installation Guide

SURE
WOOD
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LNL
Post-to-Post
A “How-To” Guide for the
installation of iron balusters.
Iron Baluster Installation
Tread and Riser Installation:
Before preceding with the following steps, the handrail height should already be determined. Read all the steps below before beginning installation. Check out our “How-To Build a Staircase Like a Pro” fold out brochure or www.sure-wood.com for more detailed installation
instructions.
Basic Layout:
1
Post-to-Post
Over-the-Post
Wall
Rail
Level Run
Handrail
Rosette
Landing
Newel
Post
Radius End
Starting Step
Rake
Handrail
Wall
Rail
Level Run
Handrail
Rosette
Pin Top
Balusters
Rake
Handrail
Newel
2
Post-to-Post
Over-the-Post
3
Nosing Overhang equals the tread thickness
Post-to-Post
Over-the-Post
4
Newel Post Installation:
Assemble the Handrail:
Rail Bolt Installation
Rail
Bolt
15/16”
1/4”Dia.
Hole
1” Dia.
Hole
1 3/8”
2 1/8”
3/8” Dia.
Hole
Nut &
Washer
Measure and Trim Newel Posts
Using newels as guides, mark handrail and cut to proper length. Follow instructions for attaching newels and temporarily install handrail.
Using a plum bob, line up with the holes in the treads and mark the handrail for the top of the baluster. Drill holes using 5/8" drill bit a minimum of 3/4" deep into handrail.
Mark baluster placement on treads allowing for equal spacing while following your original design. Drill holes* using 5/8" drill bit a minimum of 3/4" deep into stair treads. Make sure to keep the depths consistent.
Mark and
Cut Here
Measure and Trim Balusters
5
Trim and Install Balusters
The rake rail height should be between 36”– 42” (H1) (check local building codes). Center the assembled handrail over the newel locations. Measure the distance between the tread and the bottom of the handrail fitting (A1 and A2). Also measure the rake rail thickness (T1). Use the following formula to calculate the starting newel height. If the newel starts from the floor or a lower tread, add that distance as well.
36” to 41”
above
front edge
of tread
Apply glue to ends. Assemble and install nut. Tighten nut with wrench. Fill access hole with wood plug.
Assemble the handrail on top of the stair treads prior to installing the newel posts. Use rail bolts and glue at each fitting connection. Complete instructions are included with fittings.
Mark Position of
Landing Newel and
Center-line
Baluster Center-line
Starting Newel Mark Position of Baluster Center-point*
Face of Stringer
Marking Your Staircase for Installation
Layout your staircase directly on your treads and landings. Carefully mark Newel and Baluster positions and center-lines.
Mark Position of
Landing Newel
and Center-line
Baluster Center-line
Face of Stringer
Mark Position of Baluster Center-point* Starting Newel
Starting Easing Fitting LayoutTurnout Starting Fitting Layout
The balustrade center-line and newel center-points should be laid out. On a knee-wall stair, the balustrade should be centered on the knee-wall. On an open-tread stair, the center-line should be 1/2 of the baluster square in from the face of the stringer (i.e. 5/8” for a 1-1/4” baluster).
To properly install solid oak treads and risers, you must first remove the existing steps to expose the rough framing. Leave the beginning riser at base of steps (A). Measure and cut each step separately to ensure tight fit. (B). Pre-drill, apply construction adhesive and nail into place. For added strength, screw treads to risers from behind (C). Complete each step before continuing on to next step.
ABC
A) Height of the handrail should be between 36” and 42". Check local building codes. B) Place the top of the handrail one inch below the top block of the newel.
36"
to 42"
above
front of
tread
1" from top of
square part of
newel
*Check local building codes
for proper handrail height.
Lag Bolts
J-Anchor
with Molding
Wood
Plugs
Starting Newel Height
B
With newel in position where it is to be mounted, slide short end of framing square along slope of stairway.
A) Slide into post as shown. Make mark.
B) Measure down 1" from top of newel square. Make mark.
C) The difference between the two marks "A" and "B" is what will be cut off bottom of newel. Proceed with newel installation
.
Landing Newel Height
A
B
Newel Post Attachment
Trim and Fasten the Newel Posts using one of these methods
Follow the instruction on the other side of this brochure to trim and install your Iron balusters.
EZLock
Newel
Post Plate
Fastener
101
Sure-Tite Newel
Fastener
Keylock
Newel Post
Fastener
H1 + A1 – T1 = Starting Newel Height
3
Newel Post Installation:
A
C
Iron Baluster
Installation
*Metal balusters should be installed no wider than 4” on center, so that a 4” sphere cannot pass through anywhere along the handrail. Check your local building codes to ensure compliance.
*Note: a. 1/2” balusters require 5/8” holes. b. 5/8” balusters require 7/8” holes.