Wood 1 wrought iron 40 overall length.
Replace wood spindles with wrought iron.
Replace all the balusters with the wrought iron actually they are aluminum.
Re finish the hand rail using minwax polyshades.
Stick spindle up into top railing.
Our original spindles balusters were the builder grade wood spindles with a high gloss white painted finish.
It is also surprisingly inexpensive.
This how to replace wood spindles to wrought iron spindles project was one of only two diy projects where we were ahead of the trend.
Be prepared to spend between 3 and 13 per baluster.
This project requires removing wood spindles first which puts the total between 400 and 2 500.
I did a ton of research and the cheapest place to buy iron balusters is on ebay.
This is not to say that wrought iron is superior to wood in general but sometimes wood balusters may have been damaged broken or they are simply outdated.
Replacing wood balusters aka spindles with wrought iron balusters is one of the most common methods of upgrading an outdated balustrade.
This is going to entirely depend on how fancy you want.
Stick spindle in that hole.
Many use iron balusters to replace old wood balusters upgrading to a more stylish design that will last for generations.
Sand railing and stain or paint.
How to replace wood spindles with wrought iron spindles.
Strong and sturdy iron balusters are made to last.
Cost to replace wood balusters with iron.
Ironpro is a wrought iron baluster accessory that enables you to replace only the balusters potentially saving thousands of dollars by preserving the remaining wood components.
Use reciprocating saw to trim iron spindles to height.
Use reciprocating saw to cut wooden balusters in half.
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Measure the height for each spindle.
Wrought iron balusters come in a far larger variety than the typical wood designs and offer the ability to create unlimited variations and patterns.
Replace the painted white plate that runs down the stairs with an oak plate stained to match the floors.
7 1 2 inch 2 12.
But look like wrought iron that i found at home depot including the decorative shoes and knuckles.
This was the other diy project.
That includes labor costs between 270 and 900.
Add glue or epoxy into lower hole.
Wrought iron railing may be installed on treads knee walls or along flat surfaces like balconies.
Coat with poly to seal.
Replacing wood balusters with new iron balusters is a great way to update your space.