How Do You Set Handrail For Stairs?
Part of steps and staircases around the world, handrails are installed to help increase the safety of users walking up or down the stairs. Handrails come in a variety of materials, styles and colors, with an overall installation method that remains the same regardless if you are installing wood handrails or metal. Once you have installed the handrail, you can rest assured that your steps are not only as safe as they can possibly be, but are also accented by your chosen design. Measure up from the top and bottom stairs 30 inches (or whatever your desired height is for the rails) and use the level to mark a plum line. Snap a chalk line between these two points and use your tape measure to get the measurement needed for the length of the handrail. Cut your handrail to fit with the chop saw, or cut the end off at a 45 degree angle if you need more than one piece joined together. Cut the joining piece’s end off at a 45 degree angle as well, so they will slide together at the angle cuts. Tak
