How to make deck / porch railing easy with just 2x4's DIY Home Depot materials

How to make porch railing easy with just 2x4's DIY. Adding railing to your porch in just a few hours.

[@Elvis241000]

Finally, a simple to understand video, without a bunch of complicated math malarkey. Thank you sir.✝️🙏🏻

[@jennifermcguire4696]

Very easy to follow instructions. Thank you for being so helpful. Going to check out the rest of your vids. Have a great day

[@daveguilleman6125]

Last year my wife shattered her wrist (been a hard year). Now she wants a railing on the porch stairs. Thanks so much for the video. I just built a railing for her she is over the top. "CHEERS"

[@veronicalawton9906]

Great job Thanks for video I was going to use 4x4's now I'm glad I didn't this is much easier I only have 3 steps.

[@ajmckinley3528]

thanks! I just put in a hand railing and it really sucks. Now I know what I did wrong and know how to fix it! You just saved me a ton of cash hiring someone else. Thanks man!

[@johnschumann2627]

Don't do what this guy did, there's at least 2 code violations...

[@ggordon4127]

Have you checked your building code for handrails?

[@mjlee1975]

Great video, going to make one today for my Father in-law.

[@happybudfarms]

I like this video! Especially due to how well it makes a seemingly and potentially difficult task easy enough for most anyone to understand. My compliments, very well done!!! The fact that there's no other technical BS (like building codes) to complicate things and still 100% code complient due to this application. Awesome!!! Nicely Done!!!

[@yoda3988]

👏🏼👍🏼

[@juancamaney2191]

You right , codes are B.S

[@anonanon7235]

You're good at what you do. This project is perfect for cottage railings

[@quincyziemba1]

Nice! I’ll do this tomorrow! One of my outdoor railings just broke off the stairs.😐

[@StopMeDontCry]

It’s crazy with just two by fours can do great video

[@JamesGerzon]

Excellent! Have a summertime RV with wood stairs. My girlfriend just fractured here leg, and needs a railing for a few stairs. The original stairs were home made by the previous owner, and a mix of various woods, so 2x4’s seemed the perfect option. Your Video showed me exactly what I need to do, including notching out the step. Well done, and I will do it with your tips in mind this weekend. Thank you

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Awesome

[@johnmichael7649]

great , was just about to pay some one a small fortune to do this for me .. beautiful

[@artben1328]

Very clear communication and pictures. I'm on my way to Home Depot. Thanks!

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Art Ben your welcome thanks for watching

[@shelliedye711]

Just built my deck rail! Turned out great!! Thank you!

[@KNARF1]

Great Video...I needed some rail on slippery stairs in the winter...cheers and well done, Mate.

[@byjuu246]

Thank you for this posted demo. I just finished mine and following your instructions helped out a whole lot!!!

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Glad it helped

[@annazelenyj5034]

Can you help me how many 2x4 do I need and screw please

[@C-Money313]

Ur easy to follow keep doing videos

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Thank you

[@godzillagojira7616]

Hey came across. Thank you so much for posting this. It helped me a lot. Really appreciate this. Gives us an idea as to how to add a railing without having to dig up for a post. Thanks once again.

[@mrgorda2010]

Thanks for your Video it helped me out a lot. Nice and simple.

[@markmaldonado9614]

Looks like a champ my friend keep coming with your videos 2x4 are cheap thats the way to go

[@srtstl2599]

Thank you very much! I need to build some rails here at my house for my father in law. He needs to hold on to something while he goes up and down the stairs.

[@laurencedent251]

Thanks for making it look easy,I now have a spring project,very simple and easy

[@marthanimrod8028]

WOW.I SO ENJOYED THIS VIDEO.YOU MADE IT LOOK SO EASY.THANKS FOR SHARING.I'M GONNA DO IT😊

[@jamespeterson7414]

Put this together, not all of the angles are perfect, still ended up with a damn good hand rail!! Great Video!

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

james peterson thank you

[@GuruthaCaveman]

Very informative..nice video 👍

[@stevemiller8239]

Perfect for what I am doing. Needed to add rails for home owners insurance and wanted something cheap but nice. Thanks.

[@maxflight1000]

Out of curiosity when they inspected the railing was it okay, I'm building one for the same reason.

[@johnschumann2627]

@@maxflight1000 no, it isn't code compliant. A 2x4 rail laid flat is not considered "graspable" and he said the "slats" are 5" apart... they need to be spaced less than 4" apart....

[@dlight2669]

Yes so a kid cannot get their head stuck between the slats. It does happen my brother did it when he was three yrs old

[@KnivesxSenpei]

@@johnschumann2627 Ideal 3.75" spacing for slats and no more than 4"

[@luperodriguez7534]

Thank you for your video. Just what I was looking for. Very nice and easy to do.

[@dougpeters1625]

very nice video with simple explanation. Thank you for posting this

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Thank you

[@richardbrophy4120]

I like. Just what I was looking for .Thank you . I am subscribed.

[@mattchrz]

i used no.1 cedar 2x4x8 (yeah 18 bucks @ piece at lowes) only needed 4, hit them with some urethane, look great if i say so myself! thanks! great video

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Awesome

[@reipan40]

exactly what I was looking for

[@dinourbani1832]

Great video. Thank you for posting. I will use this concept for my deck.

[@snowbird29803]

Very nice, simple solution for a railing any DIY-er can do. My only nitpick would be to use a 2 x 3 as the hand grip.

[@158tonycat]

Agreed, 2x4 is not to code because when falling, it’s too hard to grip; 2x3 is easier for the fingers to get around.

[@stongarms6009]

great vid and instructions. j ust completed mine and they turned out great....thank you

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

StongArms Glad it helped out. Thanks for watching.

[@marvinmarcos]

Good job man. Thanks for sharing!

[@Thankful_.]

Excellent tutorial! Thanks so much!

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Thanks

[@edwardrickman5728]

I think you did a really great job. Other than not using treated wood that is outside .It's going to get weather.

[@georgespragg9372]

Nice job, looks great.

[@C-Money313]

Did anyone else recognize the background music from Ahki Tv Boxing sports channel. Good Diy video

[@oddoneout1835]

Very cool. Very simple!👍 Just lacking in tools.😗

[@aaqilian5.085]

nice one! thanks for sharing your knowledge. Gonna give it a whirl

[@ezraepstein6933]

not sure where you are but most places that wouldn't be up to code. there are requirements for grip size (15" - 2.25") and requirements for returns.

[@joedarden2276]

Outstanding

[@RD-wy5dj]

Thanks for the video! 👍

[@geraaram4426]

Ima go for it. On my way to home depot to get started on mine. Yes on a sunday😅

[@JosePerez-j3m]

Did you do it

[@geraaram4426]

@@JosePerez-j3m yep👍. Paint is still pending however.

[@TomStuart-if2xi]

Pretty neat tutorial for a homeowner to understand. However, the railing is untreated wood with multiple penetrations through the top railing for water to get into. I see that you’re in Montana, would the railing even survive the first Winter?

[@kevintuma6223]

Thanks your video helped me make quick work of the job .

[@aimlessintopeka]

You're good. Nice video.

[@magicone9327]

Use your level with the length you need marked on your level , put the mark on a piece of masking tape if ya don't want a mark on your level. When measuring your top rail it will be very accurate rather than using your tape measure which is nearly always not plumb when measuring freehand.

[@nycsubwaymusicianperformer6927]

Great job - nice and simple

[@GettingCraftyDIY]

just watched this video and plan to follow your tips to make a rail for my son's deck steps. My 90 yr old mother in law just moved in with him and we need to add a wheelchair ramp. do yoy have a video for that?

[@MLFranklin]

It looks really good. Clean appearance and good proportions. My one concern would be longevity. I like the look of this conventional wood better, but i think it would last longer if made from pressure treated wood. Your thoughts?

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

A clear sealant, stain or pressure treated woood could be used. All these options would provide more life to railing.

[@Sulser007]

Good Job and Thanks

[@mikecioka1180]

Very good tips !

[@tonygonzalez7029]

Great vid! I have stairs and railing i need to redo...this makes it easier...thanks

[@covidfake1573]

Man I didn't know we could do it like this. I was going to put a 4×4 post in the ground and fill with quikcrete

[@robertmartinez7383]

Great information

[@lizlangauraceneenvellum8716]

This is great - I have to build my first hand-rail - thank you!!

[@johnschumann2627]

Don't do what this guy did, it's not even close to code...

[@stevearkie-hy4oe]

Carpenter gods are speaking to me Ryobi drill same as mind I like this method .

[@firemandkdkdk]

Looks good ! As others have said " a ball 4-3/8 cannot pass through the balusters"...darn those toddlers heads! Doesn't stop them from putting Lego's in their ears, nose, mouth etc though ! How did we ever survive childhood ? At least we don't have cobra's like the Philippines ! Don't get me going about "code" in Philippines buildings...ever look over an escalator railing and almost break your neck hitting a ceiling ?? It could happen there !

[@taylorblooflat5664]

How many 2x4s were used for this project?

[@GoodStuffForeverMore]

Love it!!

[@mikeymo7897]

I THINK THE SAFTEY CODE IS 4'' SPACING BETWEEN UPRIGHT SLATS IN MOST PLACES.

[@roughnecklifer]

Yeah, no more than 4 inches between spindles. Spindles are just as cheap as 2x4 but looks nicer too.

[@roughnecklifer]

I also would have raised the bottom support off of the stairs by 2". That didn't look like pressure treated lumber either. You should use pressure treated lumber and treat every cut with a water sealer.

[@dougschmidt5132]

@@roughnecklifer regular spf framing lumber ! Should have used treated for whole project. Cost is pennies more but right way to do it. This choice makes me crazy. Dont care how you finish it , still not right.

[@naturetune697]

Funny how the “experts” commenting are watching this video in the first place buy this buy that do this do that not all of us have that extra money but have 2x4s lying around easiest best video I found so far to add to an existing step👏👏🙂

[@veronicalawton9906]

You have to wait for sealing on new treated wood until it will absorb then apply.

[@stevenlee4867]

Great Job!!

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Steven Lee thanks man

[@ImaginativeTile]

Great video bro .

[@joedarden2276]

Well Done

[@ShowemRight]

what boards did you use for the horizontal and vertical part of the stair stringers? are the 2x4 or 2x6s..thanks..and awesome presentation..I will be referring to this video ..for my 2x4 install on the stair rails...and thanks again..God Bless.

[@stephenfiore9960]

Very nice, but I would have used treated wood. Also is it up to code?

[@billynolanjr2266]

Not even close to code, that would fail everytime a 2x4 railing post? lol omg

[@carlmax46]

balusters do not meet code. no opening larger that will pass 4" diameter ball.

[@novasco55]

Great Job just what I was looking for

[@larrywillis1892]

Awesome job. Only thing you did wrong was the spacing on the spindles is to much. Supposed to be 4 inches max

[@davidhouston2277]

How about a the untreated wood exposed to the elements? Especially the post that nearly makes contact with the ground.

[@maheashthedaydreamer]

I noticed you only have 2 Stair Stringers and looks more than 16 inches apart? How far are these stringers?

[@本自清淨]

Does this handrail meet your building code?

[@kevinward8652]

Good easy method. Hopefully used exterior wood.

[@tracytracy1030]

Very nice! this will be helpful. Btw, it's called "plumb" (when you level vertical) 😉 Jesus is coming soon! Get ready❤️🙏🏻

[@sacredstonecards9051]

Thank you

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

You're welcome

[@fredhelmecke6073]

That is a good deal...thanks.

[@roosterpalooza1985]

@ C.L.S. Allinone what type/size screws did you use for this project?

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

2 1/2" and 3" exterior wood screws

[@tracybarnwell6491]

Thanks ​@@D.I.Y._All-in-One

[@galenburns69]

Thanks for sharing what size screws used

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

2 1/2" or 2 3/4" should work

[@galenburns69]

@@D.I.Y._All-in-One Thank You have a good evening

[@cjt113]

I have a question. In the beginning you said you want the handrail 36 inches above your steps. But then you measure 32 inches to make your cut height . can you please explain? gonna try this tomorrow

[@stevelerch27]

I just noticed the same thing, he made a mistake, it should be 34 1/2" . It would be 32 if he marked at the bottom of the vertical rail

[@mi5veezee]

Thanks!

[@realtordustin]

Love the video! Do you happen to have any videos on how to to the top railing on a deck? Specifically how to make to join to straight pieces on a long run?

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Dustin Vance thanks I have a mini deck video that might help. I will get you Link

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Dustin Vance how to build small deck with stairs kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIOVaoBmf7Zqmpo

[@realtordustin]

I will take a look! thanks!

[@BarryFelicecapehandyman]

Nice shit simple approach, A+++

[@jmedi5589]

The screw holes starting splitting and now I have a loose handrail. Does anyone know how I can reinforce it without having to replace the entire side panel?

[@au574]

Dig a post hole adjacent to the front 2x4 post. Put a 4x4 in it and about a bag of concrete to anchor it. Screw the front post to the 4x4. Also always drill pilot holes.

[@ironlog1]

simple, cheap, and neat. However it doesn't meet code! Spacing between vertical slats can not let a 4" diameter sphere (child's head) pass through. 5" spacing is too wide. Also the hand grip part ...a 2x4 laid across another 2x4.....does not meet code requirements. Sorry to rain on your very clear video demonstration.

[@marcoperez6952]

My town demands carriage bolts to hold bottom railing support in place and top support to deck.

[@naruto7j]

okay nice job but using untreated lumber it won't last long without painting just saying

[@D.I.Y._All-in-One]

Heidi Logsdon Correct .You just slap some stain or paint on when done for protection.

[@AmbientShades]

stain and paint just prolongs the inevitable. It needs to be pressure treated. Otherwise thanks for the measurement tips.

[@sethd1125]

I know this video was made back in 2016, but today's stair codes do not allow you to build it this way anymore. Be sure to consult a current copy of your locations code if that is a concern for you.

[@marcogeraldis7117]

Whats wrong with it?

[@sethd1125]

You have to have a graspable handrail. Perhaps a separate handrail was added after. The vertical 2x4 used at the bottom instead of a 4x4 post is not blocked in the framing properly and does not use the correct type of fasteners. It will work fine the way he did it. Just would not pass inspection in most places. @@marcogeraldis7117

[@marcogeraldis7117]

@@sethd1125 Im actual doing a handrail kinda similar to this now and because the deck isn't high enough of the ground no codes were really looked at. More so just a perimeter was needed.

[@sethd1125]

True. 30 inches or less in most places does not require a guardrail or railing.@@marcogeraldis7117

[@MudmanMedia]

At the beginning you said you wanted the railing at 36”. But then after your first post, you said you measured 32” above the step??

[@tmst2199]

4:15: Isn't the railing supposed to be a couple inches above the steps?

[@kevinq4180]

I'm confused, is that height 32 inches or 36 inches? I heard you say 36 and measure out 32 inches.

[@BestAccessDoors]

Awesome job! Will you be doing more videos on this topic soon?

[@duanemontgomery9968]

Best Access Doors how many 2 by 4 s do I need??

[@monicabarkerkemper73]

What size screw are you using

[@imaguglielmo]

what size wood you use for the stairs?

[@isaacwolowik]

Thanks

[@aurellioroccone2150]

Rails to plain i think bigger on top and bottom each side

[@barrybowie3646]

No treated lumber?

[@jaysmediadump6965]

Why not use pressure treated though

[@JasonSmith-qx3zh]

Is there away for completely concrete?

[@JasonSmith-qx3zh]

Great video.

[@LanceMcGrew]

Sure doesn't look like pressure treated wood?

[@joerosales8755]

😃👍💯