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New Stair Railing
This is a over-the-post design handrail. All parts, even the newel posts are bolted together.
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Nicely done. I like that it is all bolted together. I am working a smaller stair rail project and interested in the source for similar stair components, if you would oblige. Thanks
All the hardware is from L.J. Smith. Loews carries some of their products. When bolting together parts, they will not match up perfectly. There will be some carving and sanding involved. You will need a specialty tool from L.J. Smith to tighten the bolt. And of course, use plenty of glue. If the glue oozes out from the connection, that is a good sign, just take a wet rag to wipe away the excess. My glue of choice is Tightbond 2. Instructions are on the package of all L.J. Smith bolts. I hope this was informative.