Exterior stair railings are a great addition to any home and provide a safe route for people to use when going upstairs. The number of exterior stair railing manufacturers has dwindled due to the lack of demand from homeowners. Today, it is very easy for anyone with basic building knowledge to install their own custom-made interior stair rails that will be strong enough to hold up several people at once. You can install many designs within a day’s time frame and also customize these step options to fit your tastes and decorating preferences. Below are some steps on how to install exterior stair railings.
Determine The Curb Appeal Of Your Existing Home’s Staircase
Depending on how old your home is, this may require some time depending on its current condition. If you frequently have guests over who come up the stairs, consider getting an exterior stair railing with glass so visitors can see in and out of your home. If your home has brick or stone on its exterior, try to match the color of your new exterior stair railing to it as closely as possible!
Remove The Existing Stair Railings
Start by removing all screws from the existing stair rails. There may be some stubborn screws that will take some elbow grease to remove, so you have to take your time. You should now see what’s left of the screw holes where you will install your new stair rails. Use caulk and fill in these holes to make sure rainwater doesn’t get in. After that, you can clean up all the debris and dirt from the stairs.
Cut Your Aluminum Spindles
Cut the spindles at various lengths depending on what you want for a unique look. Once you’ve determined the measurement, attach all of your pieces with some sturdy screws (the longer the screw, the better) until it is securely attached to its new exterior stair railing wall mount (screw at least 6 inches into studs).
Measure Your New Railing
Measure the top rail and cut it to size using tin snips. If you want a railing design that’s completely customized and unique for your home, cut this piece to whatever shape you like. Try not to make it too wide as this will be a trip hazard for those who use them. Attach the aluminum top rail to the structure and secure it using a drill. You can adjust the feet of your aluminum or vinyl top rail so that they’re snug against the wall and no other part is sticking out.
Now that you have learned how to install exterior stair railings, why not put that knowledge to good use by adding these systems around your home? Exterior stair railing designs aren’t just for show either. Their functional purposes always outweigh the aesthetics – which means front porch steps will be safer than ever! Sherwood Lumber will always guide you on installation tips and railing designs for your exterior renovations. Consider installing our PolyRail vinyl railing or Westbury aluminum railing for added quality.
