Bricks, Masonry, Asphalt and Concrete - Railings on concrete
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mailman2
06-04-08, 09:21 PM
I have a 4 step concrete precast to front door. The wrought iron railings have rotted at the base. I would like to put in 4x4 posts and a railing down the 4 steps. What can I do to secure the posts on the concrete? the stairs are hollow.
Speedwrench
06-04-08, 10:54 PM
I think that it would be better to fasten the post to a concrete foundation at ground level because it would be very easy to crack the steps trying to drill or fasten to it.
almost any other way would require drilling into the steps.
life begins when the kids leave home or the dog dies.
almost any other way would require drilling into the steps.
life begins when the kids leave home or the dog dies.
wobweeder
06-06-08, 06:41 AM
I'm sure you mean 'TREATED' wood 4x4 railing.
First, cut out treated 8x8x2 squares to use as base sections. Center and screw these in from the BOTTOM of the 4x4 so the screw heads will be facing down when finished.
Assemble your railing, predrill the 8x8x2s outside the 4x4 sides, masonry drill down into the steps, then hammer drive your masonry screws.
Essentially, you're making a wood base plate for your 4x4s.
I prefer wrought iron, but to each their own. Watch for splinters!!
First, cut out treated 8x8x2 squares to use as base sections. Center and screw these in from the BOTTOM of the 4x4 so the screw heads will be facing down when finished.
Assemble your railing, predrill the 8x8x2s outside the 4x4 sides, masonry drill down into the steps, then hammer drive your masonry screws.
Essentially, you're making a wood base plate for your 4x4s.
I prefer wrought iron, but to each their own. Watch for splinters!!
dennisr48
07-05-08, 07:34 PM
1. Using a hacksaw, cut the railing as close to the concrete as possible.
2. Remove
3. Using a rasp or file, clean the rusted metal from the hole in the concrete.
4. Use compressed air to blow out the debris (use eye protection.)
5. Purchase several feet of 1/2 diameter inch threaded steel rod.
6. Place the rod in the hole in the concrete - measure depth.
7. Remove rod.
8. Insert the rod in the railing as far as it will go.
9. Cut the rod so that you have enough protruding from the railing to rest on the bottom of the hole.
10. Using high speed drill, drill through the railing and rod and secure with several bolts. Use lubricant to make the drilling go easier. If you have a tap and die set you can use that.
11. Once threaded rods are secure to railing, set railing in holes and clamp railing so it does not move.
12. Using a propane torch, melt lead solder in drip into holes in the space between the rod and concrete.
13. Once it cools, the railing will be firmly set and will provide a secure hand-hold.
2. Remove
3. Using a rasp or file, clean the rusted metal from the hole in the concrete.
4. Use compressed air to blow out the debris (use eye protection.)
5. Purchase several feet of 1/2 diameter inch threaded steel rod.
6. Place the rod in the hole in the concrete - measure depth.
7. Remove rod.
8. Insert the rod in the railing as far as it will go.
9. Cut the rod so that you have enough protruding from the railing to rest on the bottom of the hole.
10. Using high speed drill, drill through the railing and rod and secure with several bolts. Use lubricant to make the drilling go easier. If you have a tap and die set you can use that.
11. Once threaded rods are secure to railing, set railing in holes and clamp railing so it does not move.
12. Using a propane torch, melt lead solder in drip into holes in the space between the rod and concrete.
13. Once it cools, the railing will be firmly set and will provide a secure hand-hold.