How to Install Balusters
Stair balusters are designed to add support to the hand railing. Balusters offer safety by preventing falls and slipping through the hand railing and staircase. Balusters can also added a beautiful style to your staircase, increasing the beauty of your home. Installing balusters is a two-day project and requires minimal tools, but will leave you with added safety and design flair to your staircase. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Balusters
- Hand drill and drill bit
- Wood glue or epoxy
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Instructions
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Pick out a design that matches the stair treads and railing. Use the same building material as the railing for proper installation, for example, if you have a wood railing, choose wood balusters.
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Measure the circumference of the top of the stair baluster. Most spindles have the measurement printed on the top and bottom as well. Drill a hole on the underside of the stair railing, which is the size of the circumference of the baluster by using a hand drill and same size drill bit.
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Apply a generous amount of wood glue to the baluster that will be inserted into the railing. If using metal balusters, use epoxy instead of wood glue. Slide the baluster into the drilled hole on the bottom of the railing. Wipe away any excess glue that may ooze out. Continue this process for all of the balusters. Allow the balusters to dry in the railing for 24 hours before continuing.
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Apply wood glue, or epoxy, to the bottom of the balusters where the stair tread and balusters will meet. Insert the baluster on the stair tread and wipe away any excess, if the staircase is long, have someone assist you at the top of the railing and bottom. Allow the balusters to set and dry completely for another 24 hours before using the railing and balusters.
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References
- Photo Credit wooden staircase image by Heng kong Chen from Fotolia.com
