Choose lumber for example that is free of cracks and splinters.
Wood deck railing corner post.
Railings is post install kit for 36 in.
Most local codes call for a railing that is either 36 or 42 inches tall but check with your building department.
Post install kit for 36 in.
When planning out railing posts it s important to keep both factors in mind.
Low maintenance with no sanding scraping or painting required.
A railing is one of the most visible parts of a deck but it s also a key safety feature.
The only practical way to resist this force with 4 4 wood posts is to with specialized steel framing connectors.
The deck railings consist of 2 x 4 top and bottom rails attached to the back of the posts a 5 4 x 6 rail cap and 2 x 2 balusters.
After the railing is installed sand all the corners smooth.
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 weakest link is not the post to rim joist connection but the rim joist to the floor framing.
Wood railing posts are usually 4x4s which can be left bare or covered with pvc or composite sleeves.
All posts except the last post will be evenly spaced.
Light weight design makes installation fast and easy.
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.