Carpentry and Woodworking - Looking for assistance on how to measure some angles.

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sandman512
09-30-09, 05:21 PM
Hello all. I am looking for some advice on how to measure two angles for a railing that needs to be connected to a post and into a ceiling. I have an idea on how to accomplish this, but i am looking for a easier way. Below is a picture. Thanks!
http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c393/sandman512/basement-1.jpg
Thanks again!

XSleeper
09-30-09, 06:03 PM
Assuming that the railing will be parallel to the stringer, set a sliding t-bevel on the top edge of the stringer, and line the blade up plumb with your newel post.

If you don't have a sliding t-bevel, go buy one. They are about $5.

http://ace.imageg.net/graphics/product_images/pACE2-976694reg.jpg

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George
10-02-09, 05:53 AM
Lay the rail on the treads - against the newel post. Scribe the angle off the newel post onto the rail