Installation Guide

Installation Guide
When all balusters are trimmed and ready
for installation, apply Epoxy Adhesive into
each baluster hole in the treads, landing
tread and the rail.
NOTE:
Check the work time for the epoxy used to plan accordingly.
Making sure that the corresponding base
collar (shoe) is placed on the bottom of the
baluster, set each baluster into the tread
hole.
Working one baluster at a time, place the rail
system on top of the balusters and install the
rail permanently to the newels. Each balus-
ter should then be rotated one turn to assure
even coverage of the epoxy.
A combination square should then be used
to square each baluster on the tread.
Finish the installation by using epoxy to fill
any void around the base of the baluster and
to secure the base collar.
Continue through stair segments until the entire stair installed. Allow
time for curing based on adhesive manufacturer’s recommendations.
With all baluster holes drilled, use a
carpenter’s rule to measure the exact dis-
tance from the tread to the lower side of the
drilled 1/2” diameter hole in the rail.
After adding 1” for insertion into the rail and 1”
for insertion into the tread, use a mitre saw
equipped with standard 1/8” flexible cut-off
blade to trim the bottom of the baluster to
the exact length.
Begin the installation by marking the treads
and underside of the rail for baluster place-
ment. At the baluster location, drill an 11/16”
(for 1/2” Lite Iron Balusters or 3/4” for 9/16”
Lite Iron Balusters) diameter hole 1” deep into
the treads and landing tread and 1-1/2” deep
in the underside of the rail.
The installation of WM Coffman’s Lite Iron Balusters is very
similar to the techniques of standard hardwood stair sys-
tems. The tools and techniques listed in this installation
guide will help you to easily create the stylish look that an
Iron Baluster Design provides for today’s modern home.
Iron Baluster Installation Guide
Always check local building codes for compliance. Always check local building codes for compliance.