Questions tagged [baluster]
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How do I change this baluster?
I have the following (rotten) baluster which I would like to exchange for a new one. I am wondering how they are usually installed? The rails are probably toe-nailed(?) to the house and the post on the other side.
I thought about cutting a new one a…
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Handrail type and locations for my staircase rebuild
I tore my whole balustrade apart in order to install new flooring on our stairs. We had the intention of also eliminating the wall rail on the opposite side where there’s a full length wall. This idea seems to be reinforced by many of our…
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Cracked staircase baluster
We just noticed that one of our staircase balusters is partially cracked and not aligned like it should be. The orange tape in the picture is just to better indicate the broken baluster.
Here is what the top and bottom look like:
What's the…
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how to attach baluster on deck
2nd floor porch railing had 1x4s as decorative finish but we had numerous wasp hives under them so I removed them. Some of the balusters were only attached to the 1x4s and are not long enough to reach to the top board.
I have bought weather-treated…
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How to remove stair spindles from rails
I am planning a project to replace wooden stair spindles (with metal ones) but not sure how to remove them from the base and hand rails (pics). Any suggestions would be much appreciated. Thanks!
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How do I replace curved trim on a semicircle half-turn staircase landing
Well you know it is time for home improvement when your new pup chews the staircase spindles.
Link to Pictures
Two questions:
Is this a sound approach to replacing the spindles: Keep bannister, cut spindles and pull out both ends, install simple…
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Cracks in cedar balusters and railings
We installed a new porch with cedar balusters and railings. It was expensive so we want to make sure it is done right.
There are quite a few cracks in the both the bottom rails and the balusters. Two pictures below for examples.
Will paint be…
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