A beautiful staircase is a kind of business card of any private house. But its integral part is the railing, which perform not only the main functions, but also serve as a good decorative element. As a rule, the staircase is the element that allows you to move between floors. As for railings and handrails, they make moving safer. In addition, the appearance of the entire structure also depends on these details. So, how to make handrails for stairs with your own hands at no extra cost?
What to look out for
In the process of creating such products, it is worth observing high accuracy not only in calculations, but also when performing any work. After all, individual components must be located at a certain level. In addition, you will have to make various attractive elements and patterns. Of course, do not be afraid to make handrails for stairs. Wooden and metal railings will decorate the structure, the main thing is to follow the sequence in the manufacturing process.
Choosing the right material
Before you start making railings, you should determine the type of material from whichmake them better. It is better to choose the one that best suits the overall interior of the room.
Forged handrails for stairs are very popular. After all, they look more elegant and noble. Such designs will ideally fit into any interior. However, making them yourself is much more difficult and not for everyone.
The railings made of natural wood look great. They can be made from almost any material. It should be borne in mind that any type of wood has its own unique pattern, as well as an amazing aroma. It is worth noting that such designs are suitable even for a room decorated in an ultra-modern style.
Necessary calculations
When making handrails for stairs, some nuances should be taken into account. First of all, it is the height and strength of the structure. If there are children in the house, then the products will in any case be subjected to incredible tests. And, first of all, the child will check the strength of the product by sliding down the railing or loosening it. In addition, the lower part of the handrails must be made so that children cannot crawl between its parts.
As for the height, everything should be carefully considered here. Experts recommend making a handrail for stairs with a minimum height of 90 centimeters. Of course, this is not the limit. The optimal height of the product for a person with a height of 180 centimeters is 120 centimeters.
The surface of the finished structure must be smooth. If the staircase is very narrow, then the railing can be installedonly on one side. If the width of the degrees exceeds 125 centimeters, then the handrails must be installed on both sides. In addition, you should calculate the distance between the balusters. If children live in the house, then the gaps between these parts should not be more than 15 centimeters.
What you need for wrought iron railings
Of course, these railings are much more expensive and require certain skills. However, they look much more luxurious than wooden ones. To assemble such structures you will need:
- Wipe circle.
- Bulgarian with nozzles.
- Level.
- Welding machine.
- Metal profile.
Assembling the structure
In this case, it is better to use a material with a small section. This will cut any pattern. Don't do anything complicated. It is better to choose a simpler pattern. The site should be covered with a special material that will allow you to apply the silhouette of the stairs. After the pattern is thought out, you need to cut it out. Please note that the bugle cannot be used at home. Therefore, the material will have to be bent cold.
You will have to connect individual parts with a welding machine. First you need to install the fence frame, and then fill it with details from the pattern. After installation, each seam must be cleaned, and with a brush you can smooth out bumps, eliminate defects and remove rust. Only then can the design be covered with paint.
What you need for wooden railings
To make beautiful handrails for stairs, you need to prepare not only the material, but also the tools. So, for work you will need:
- Screwdriver.
- Level, plumb line, construction metal corner.
- Jigsaw.
- Skin.
- Electric drill.
- Chisel, screwdriver.
- Hacksaw for wood.
- Chisel.
- Two hammers. One is medium and the other is light.
Basic elements
Before you start assembling the structure, you need to collect all the main elements. So, these are balusters and handrails for stairs. Railings and fences should preferably be made from the same material.
- Balusters - vertical racks on which the handrail is held directly. The maximum distance between parts is 15 centimeters.
- Handrails - this is exactly the part of the railing that a person holds on to.
- End and swivel pedestals are more durable racks that are usually installed vertically. The installation of these parts is carried out at the end and at the beginning of the structure, as well as at turns.
Features of the assembly design
The handrail assembly process itself depends on the material from which they are made. If the fence is made of metal, then the connection of individual parts into a single whole is carried out using a welding machine. If there is no experience in carrying out such work, then you should seek help from specialists.
If the handrails for the stairs are wooden, then to connectparts will need a screwdriver. Initially, bars with different sections are taken and processed with a jigsaw. This tool makes it possible to give the individual parts the necessary shape and cut out the pattern. Of course, after that, grinding of each fragment of the structure may be necessary. Then you can proceed to the assembly.
Where to start installation
It is better to start installing a handrail for stairs with the installation of end bollards. It is from these points that it will be possible to build on during the entire work. Initially, these parts must be installed at the beginning and end of the structure, as well as on bends.
After that, you can fasten the rope on one of the pedestals and stretch it between the other pedestals. This will determine the exact location of the handrail.
Installing balusters
After the pedestals are installed, and a cord is stretched between them, you can mark the points where the balusters will be placed. The distance between them can, of course, be any. However, experts recommend placing these structural details from each other only 20 centimeters. However, solid installation is also welcome.
You can fix balusters not only to the steps, but also to the bowstrings that hold the steps themselves. In the second case, you will need to make small cuts. Balusters are mounted vertically.
To make the handrail for stairs more reliable, do not use nails to fasten individual parts. It's inefficient. Such structures are very quickly loosened. Best for mountingself-tapping screws or special glue.
How to install wooden handrails for stairs
After installation, the balusters should be attached to the handrails. To do this, you can make special grooves. This will greatly simplify the assembly process of the structure. On stair bends, for more reliable installation, it is worth making a special transition and filing the parts at a certain angle.
After that, as the balusters and handrails are installed, all holes should be puttied, all surfaces should be cleaned of dirt and dust. But it is better to sand the defects. The assembled structure should be left for a while so that it dries completely. Only after that you can proceed to the finishing of the stairs and railings, which consists in applying paint and varnish.
In closing
The handrail for the stairs is ready. If you want to emphasize the natural beauty and pattern of wood, then you should abandon the paint. In this case, all surfaces should be coated with a special varnish that is designed for parquet floors.
