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Modern Stair Railing Remodel

Part 1 of a two-part stair railing remodel replaces an outdated white oak railing with a Stair Supplies system.

Key moments

  1. Demo of the old railing

    Watch this moment · 0:50
  2. Wall-to-wall handrail with rosettes

    Watch this moment · 1:25
  3. Making matching plugs from scrap railing

    Watch this moment · 3:18
  4. Installing a box newel with a newel fastener

    Watch this moment · 5:18
  5. Handrail from wall to box newel with a half newel

    Watch this moment · 8:30
  6. Railing from newel to newel

    Watch this moment · 11:00
  7. Stairwell railing: demo and new newels

    Watch this moment · 12:07
  8. Finish shots

    Watch this moment · 18:13

Key facts

MaterialsBox newels, half newels, handrails (white oak railing replaced), balusters, rosettes, newel fasteners (Sure-Tite style), handrail rail bolt kits, construction adhesive, 5 1/2 in. screws, scrap railing for homemade plugs
Safety warningCheck railing height code requirements for your state or area (the presenter's area requires 34 to 38 in. from the floor to the top of the handrail). Block off the stairs while demolishing so no one comes up or down. Remove the balusters before cutting the old handrail.
Call a pro?DIY is fine
ProjectModern Stair Railing Remodel
Series channelBYOT
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