Handrail Installation Steps
Can I install Iron X Hanndrail system? Yes. It is very easy to install Iron
Handrails. With just a drill/screw gun, hacksaw, level & measuring tape you can install an Iron
Handrails in about 30-45 minutes.
Installation Advice
Tools Needed:
- Electric or battery drill (hammer drill for masonry)
- Drill bit to accompany your fasteners (choose the right fasteners)
- Wrench to fit your fasteners
- Hammer
- Level
- Metal Saw
Materials Needed:
- 8 fasteners – choose the right fasteners
TITEN HD® MINI
CONCRETE: Red Head® Large Diameter Tapcon (LDT) Anchor 3/8″ Diameter x 3″ model #LDT-3830X.
CONCRETE BLOCK: Red Head® Large Diameter Tapcon (LDT) Anchor 3/8″ Diameter x 5″ model #LDT-3850X. It is advisable to buy an anchor long enough to get through the block into the substrate below.
PAVER BRICKS Red Head® Large Diameter Tapcon (LDT) Anchor 3/8″ Diameter x 5″ model #LDT-3850X. It is advisable to buy an anchor long enough to get through the block into the substrate below.
LIMESTONE: It is not advisable to drill any holes into limestone as it is very soft and susceptible to cracking. If you must install into limestone we suggest Red Head® Large Diameter Tapcon (LDT) Anchor 3/8″ Diameter x 5″ model #LDT-3850X. It is advisable to buy an anchor long enough to get through the block into the substrate below.
Stainless Steel Hardware
WOOD: 5/16″ diameter stainless steel bolts completely through the steps with a washer and nut on the other side. Buy your anchors suitable length to go completely through the step.
ALTERNATE WOOD: 5/16″ diameter stainless steel lag bolts. It is advisable to buy anchors long enough to get through the step and into the underlying wood structure.
COMPOSITE DECKING: 5/16″ diameter stainless steel bolts completely through the steps with a washer and nut on the other side. Buy your anchors suitable length to go completely through the step.
ALTERNATE COMPOSITE DECKING? 5/16″ diameter stainless steel bolts completely through the steps with a washer and nut on the other side. Buy your anchors suitable length to go completely through the step.
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