After the railing is installed sand all the corners smooth.
Wood deck railing corner post.
Wood railing posts are usually 4x4s which can be left bare or covered with pvc or composite sleeves.
Pressure treated to protect it from termites rot and fungal decay this post is perfect for decks play sets stair support and other outdoor projects.
The spacing will depend on code and railing requirements.
Start from one corner and position a post every so many feet to the opposite corner of the deck or the end of the rail if stairs or openings are present.
The only practical way to resist this force with 4 4 wood posts is to with specialized steel framing connectors.
Pressure treated wood double v groove deck post protect your exterior posts with this double v groove protect your exterior posts with this double v groove deck post.
All posts except the last post will be evenly spaced.
The problem is that the railing post acts like a lever exerting a very large force on the connection at the bottom.
Most local codes call for a railing that is either 36 or 42 inches tall but check with your building department.
When planning out railing posts it s important to keep both factors in mind.
Railings is post install kit for 36 in.
Low maintenance with no sanding scraping or painting required.
Light weight design makes installation fast and easy.
Post install kit for 36 in.
Railings is a structural steel post that can be mounted on wood or concrete in lieu of using a pressure treated post.
Choose lumber for example that is free of cracks and splinters.