How To Install Newel Post To Floor
I have two box newel posts to install on a straight run on the main floor.
How to install newel post to floor. Locate the center of where your newel post will be installed on the floor and pre drill all holes figure a. When drilling post drill 1 1 2 hole first. The ceiling below is all finished the floor that the railing goes on is a laminate wood floor. Mounting the post through the floor is by far the strongest most durable and probably the best method but the difficulty is such that it is rarely if ever required.
However attaching a newel post to a concrete floor is difficult. I m installing some newel posts for a client today. The posts serve as support for the entire rail system and must be securely attached to the floor. Finally my personally recommended method of newel post installation unless you mount the post into the floor.
The floor framing consists of clear span floor trusses with 1 1 2 inch top cord not enough to fasten anything to. So my personal favorite is the hanger bolt. Diy basement finishing course. Step 1 cut your newel post to length.