Installation Guide

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A “How-To” Guide for the
Installation of Iron Balusters.
IRON BALUSTER
INSTALLATION GUIDE
SURE
WOOD
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LNL
Post-to-Post
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.
See “How-To Build a Staircase Like a Pro” for instructions
on how to set proper handrail height.
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
Nosing Overhang equals
the tread thickness
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
Starting Newel
Mark Position of
Baluster Center-point*
Face of Stringer
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.
A B C
*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.
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