Attaching Newels

ATTACHING NEWELS:
NOTCHING POST & TREAD	INSTALLING TO KNEE WALL	USING NEWEL ATTACHING KIT

Set post in 1-7/8" from edge. Mark newel placement on tread, notch tread 1-1/2" deep, transfer markings to newel. Notch newel 50% of thickness. Apply adhesive. Pre-drill hole for 3/8" wood plug and finish with smaller pilot hole for 3" wood screw or lag bolts. Attach newel.	Measure, cut and install cap over rough framing. Pre-drill newels with 3/8" hole for wood plug and finish with smaller pilot hole for 4-1/2" wood screw. Apply adhesive and screw into place.	Use the j-anchor newel attaching kit to install newels directly into steps or on landings. Follow directions on box. An alternate method for landings is to remove the sub floor and attach the newel directly into the floor joist.

MEASURING, CUTTING & INSTAlLING LANDING TREAD, PLOWED HANDRAIL AND SHOERAIL:
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LANDING TREAD: Landing tread can be used with 3/4" oak flooring along a landing when solid oak treads and risers are used.		Landing tread can be used along a balcony with either oak flooring or carpet. Properly cut miters and attach directly to subfloor.