FTF #54 How To Install Handrail Posts, Quick And Easy

[@Kulio_ib3wc]

You put more time and effort into that post than a lot of guys put into complete houses. You are very professional. Great attention to detail!

[@frankchirico-lo4el]

A MAJOR step he missed telling everyone here: If you drill at any angle other than perfectly straight/level/plumb with you bit-the post is not level-- huge thing to get right

[@artsmith103]

Tip for cutting threaded rod and bolts. Have a nut on the end you plan to keep (maybe both ends) so that when you are done cutting you can slowly turn the nut over the cut end to repair the threads. Don't fully remove the bolt until the threads feel correct. Just work the nut almost off and then back on and back and forth to clean up the threads.

[@MrJmatthewj]

I've been in carpentry for many years and your teaching is great!! The way you explain the reasoning as to why this way is better than notching the decking around the post makes it last much longer and easy to repair years from now. Great work!

[@nowthenad3286]

It is so good to watch someone who cares about doing things so precisely.

[@mikes6844]

Well I've just spent my Saturday morning here in the UK watching quite a few of your vids. I am in awe of your skill level and if you don't mind me saying in someone so young. Your attention to detail and drive to do it right is a thrill to watch and I feel privileged to see you in action. All the very best to you and your family. Regards Mike

[@cos4185]

I just happened across your site and for a DIY'er such as myself who uses the old school concept of work smarter not harder, this was incredibly helpful! I have found many ways to save time and energy over the years and dealt with ridicule for my techniques, but they ALWAYS passed code and provided me with happy customers. Thanks for posting this and I look forward to reviewing the rest of your videos! Oh, also, thank you for tip on the wood files!!

[@geralderbes8197]

All you Nay Sayers. I have always done mine the old fashioned way or code way and I will say this. I recently built two decks. One a refurb and one completely new. I have always hated notching so I experimented on the refurb. I could push against, and snap right off, the old way. now with only this method and doubling the sill and screwing them together I could not even bend one over. Thank you samuraicarpenter for this great idea.

[@michaelpeck5547]

I'm redoing my deck right now, replacing the old wood with Trex and Trex railing. Would this method meet code? Since I wouldn't be messing with the sanding of the ends (covering them with the post cover and end cap, this method would not be very time-consuming and would make doing all the picture framing and decking go a lot faster. I was planning on notching and adding 5 more posts since it's a different style railing.

[@josiahutah3712]

@@michaelpeck5547 You're not suppose to notch 4x4 handrail posts. That's code in many places from what I understand. I like the thru-bolt idea. I've never experienced it but I'm skeptical. Side torque seems to apply too much pressure on the post bottoms. There's less than six inches there, part of it drilled out.

[@charlestehuia9263]

I'm a tradesman carpenter as well and I love your attention to detail,it's what makes a mediocre job a great job,love your work

[@maoribaca2655]

Larry haun was nailing down the last wall of the entire house, when that post was finished. But this is still phenomenal work and the attention to detail is *mwaaa*!

[@geraldturano7375]

This video just solved the issue I was having. Going from a wood rail system to a vinyl rail system. Now the post trim will work for me. To much rain and sun(heat) in Jersey this summer. Thanks.

[@charliejohnston5334]

A hole drilled even 6” deep into the bottom of the post requires a certain amount of luck to ensure that the rod and side hole are sufficiently aligned. This is a great idea for line posts as an alternative to setting posts through the deck or side mounting. I think a couple of jigs would make this more of a production technique. Some steel bushings set into thick solid stock using a drill press would make the post and deck drilling much faster, more accurate and damn near foolproof.

[@JimmyLee0757]

I know this is a 4 year old video but I only found it a few weeks ago and I keep coming back to watch it. I've tried, seems like, every kind of deck post install possible but have never been really satisfied with them. This intrigues me, so tomorrow I will be using your system to install 6 post on a small porch. Thanks for sharing your wisdom.

[@djpcinema]

did you do it?

[@JimmyLee0757]

@@djpcinema I did, only not jus the 6 original post but 16 more for the back deck. It works great.

[@michaelcassidy1356]

That half lap corner detail is still the most brilliant thing I've seen!

[@justgivemethetruth]

Yes, I was afraid he was going to cover it up by putting a post right in the middle of it.

[@CharleswoodSpudzyofficial]

It's great that you put so much pride in work that s going to never get noticed by average people. Great craftsmanship sir

[@TheHandyman1]

Samurai has so many building inspectors and engineers watching and commenting on his videos. I wonder how many people actually do this stuff for a living and know what they are talking about. When you do this type of work every day all day you develop an ability to make things that work.

[@TheHandyman1]

The is how I build my decks. That how pretty much everyone that builds decks attaches railing posts.

[@chenlee3240]

These are absolutely how not to videos.

[@jcoats5529]

@@chenlee3240 ok Chen Lee🤣

[@davidgiesfeldt6650]

I just watched your CORNER video and subscribed… your work/skills speak for themselves. I’ve been doing this +30 years and the techniques in one short clip show what you can continue to learn. OUTSTANDING!

[@michaelpatrick366]

This carpenter is fantastic at his job and so passionate and makes it fun to watch , His got an old head on young shoulders , I take my hat off to him , He is a real interesting guy . I love watching him !!!! From Michael Patrick .

[@ether8494]

michael patrick hi check my builds out see what you think

[@williammitchell2582]

Old head would have planes lying on their side

[@luiscuervoshow]

Love your videos Samurai, I'm a 26 year member of carpenters local #1977. I'm a metal stud and drywall carpenter and find what you do facinating! Greetings from beautiful Las Vegas Nevada brother!

[@karlshomeremodeling123]

I like the detail you put into the edges of the post and the top. I know that most customers don't appreciate the detail you put into your work and don't want to pay for it, but that's what makes you stand out above the competition. I don't what customers are like up there in BC, but here in Buffalo NY, there is a small segment of people who want to pay for the extra detail you put into all of your work. An elderly American missionary to china who did a lot of embroidery once said to me that that the back side of an embroidered piece is just as important as the front side as far as how it looks. That is how I do all of my work and will never get rich by doing it that way.

[@augustreil]

You may never get rich but you're doing things the best way and can sleep better at night. Good to hear an honest person thoughts ! Thanks.

[@haighyvshaighy]

This technique works like a champ! Solid as a rock! I just did this with 6x6 Cumuru posts. Used a wax end grain sealer for my end cuts instead of rubber. It was the fastest post install I’ve done out of three decks. Highly recommend it.

[@303Guppy]

Never thought of that application on an exterior deck. I do use that method on my interior newel posts on stairs. I'll have to try it sometime... when I'm not pressed for time that is.

[@jimprice6032]

I started doing carpentry 30 years ago and I just want to say you do very fine work.

[@hickoryhomes6838]

You do amazing work and make it look awesome and super enjoyable at the same time. Thank you as this is a great tutorial. Keep em coming please. Very much appreciate your work, attitude and approach.

[@joenugent1306]

Bud been in the trade my whole life, And still learning!! Love your work!!!

[@DansEarway]

A short length of hardwood dowel ripped down the center to fashion a semi circle makes for a good spacer inside your pocket hole and provides a flat surface for your washer.

[@jdleitner]

Man, you just made my day! I am so glad i saw your video, i have been struggling how to replace new posts on a messed up deck. The old ones were simply toe nailed in from bottom and they depended on railing to support them...... Too cool. tx

[@BerkshireIdeas]

I would love to see some side-by-side load testing for this method vs. the standard 2 through bolts through the side of the rim joist.

[@jimmyfavereau]

great thought, seems this bolt option would outperform in all categories.. one upgrade 'thought' is to increase the diameter of the threaded rod.. blessed to have found this vid

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

I can see by some of the comments below that the "Screw it gitter done!" attitude is still alive and ramped Nice to see "quality" and pride in your work still done. Kudos Samurai1. .

[@TdotTrustMe]

..."Quick and easy"...2 days and 16 hours later one post installed.

[@obi-wonchubboni2362]

Lmfao

[@bertsbug]

By the end of summer he will be able to enjoy it. For many many years

[@starbwoyroahn]

🤣🤣 I though the same thing

[@frankciccarelli4000]

Excellent woodworking but a bit of overkill... like building a piano.

[@truthhurts2149]

Surely there is easier way to attach post without all that. Im off to find that video. He does do good work though. Eye for detail pays big money.

[@johnhodg8400]

I used to do renovations and I can honestly say I've never seen such a post held in that way before. Way to do it.!!!

[@DamianL]

You've got a beautiful life brother. I love your videos.

[@FCWW87]

Well, I came looking for advice to install railings. I found an artist. Who has mastered his craft. Well done partner. Wish I could afford your services!

[@fifthhorseman6933]

That is some insanely great detail. 👍👍

[@rogeriopt1]

Hello Samurai, I'm from BRAZIL, I'm impressed with your work, I started working with wood a short time and I'm learning a lot with your videos, I thank you for the generous varieties of detail that you pass people like me, love this kind of activity, I see a lot of whimsy and good taste in their work, stay with God, a strong hug. Obs: I'm waiting for the next videos ........

[@marcosvelarde5757]

Hey Samurai You do a very professional job I like

[@edwardtaylor6045]

VERY COOL FIXTURE FOR DECK POSTS . I WAS TAUGHT TO LEAVE POST COME UP THROUGH DECK AND CUT DECK AROUND POST. THE WAY YOU DID THIS IS GOING TO BE FUN TO DO AND WILL TRY OUT ON MY NEXT BUILD . THANKS FOR THE TIP. GOD'S SPEED. FROM OHIO .

[@jeremiahcoles2378]

Good technique! Appreciate the craftsmanship!!! See too many guys just slap things together these days.

[@gregorykulis4060]

This dude is a master carpenter it's quick and easy to him not the average homeowner

[@95thousandroses]

" Quick And Easy" Damn, I like to what "time consuming and difficult" entails. Might have to be a multi-part series.

[@vinylsoup]

if you put the words quick and easy,how too, the truth about, you can make thousands of dollars or any of that other nonsence in your headline ...you get lots of views

[@yannick2738]

Your attention to details is unbelievable. Great work.

[@Hearthman1159]

Codes vary all over the country. In PA we have 1,256 various jurisdictions to deal with. 90% adopted the ICC codes but many with their own ordinances voted into law so always check with your AHJ. A variation would be to use his hollow chisel mortise in the shop to get the flat hole first then drill up into the void. It can then be plugged with a square 'Dutchman" with waterproof glue. They make those bolt and barrel quick connects for furniture and newel posts but that wouldn't work outdoors I don't think unless you can get it in ss. The base end grain can be primed or sealed to stop moisture migration, too but the membrane is a new twist. Wonder how well that galvanized coating on the all-thread will hold up in his damp environment with the tannic acid of the cedar. If no budget concerns, get 316 ss and it will last a century. What wasn't shown and is critical is the sub base the all thread nut and washer bear on. If this is thin or weak it could fail as the failure mode for this post system is tension on the rod which would tend to act as a lever. The force transferred might crush the fibers of the joist sufficiently that if it isn't dead center drilled it might fail. We've had a LOT of deck failures in the East with a lot of injuries so this is serious. One way to strengthen this system is to enlarge the footprint of the post by using a 6"x6", which spreads the load at the deck boards like a plinth. Nice to see a craftsman taking the time for little details. What you need to make for Alec Steele is a caddy for his hammers and drifts with a side holster for his water bottle and one on the other for his farrier's brush. Perhaps a rack, much like a bit index to hold all his hardies and fuller mandrels. Make it M&T in Greene x2 style. Enjoy your work Sammy.

[@dougsmith7164]

I used this method two days ago. Perfect results! I did take extra time but worth it. I used a post sleeve after installation but my posts are secure and sturdy. Thanks for the idea.

[@bobbell5928]

I'm still waiting for the "quick and easy" part

[@JosueHernandez-db1xb]

Pay somebody to do it if that’s what your waiting for

[@getcloveryourself]

​@@JosueHernandez-db1xb it literally says "quick and easy" in the title of the video

[@corwynsoldner8471]

Did this on a post i put in for my garden gate last night. Looks awesome!

[@2freedomworks]

I heard that your bearings are bad in the DeWalt. I had the same thing happen to me. so I took them out cleaned them up looked for damage there was none. the grease had just dried out not a very good quality. I used a great synthetic grease and now my saw will start at below 0 if need be. you can get the seals off by using a fine pick then they'll snap back in place you might want spin them up to there will be some loss of grease just clean up and put back together. Nice job on the post and an inspiration for us all watching. I have the same Affliction you do perfectionism is a hard thing to live up to every time but I seem to do it as you do. thank you for your ideas and tutorials you make all of our work a little better.

[@eddonahue2756]

Nice to see someone actually do things right. Thank you.

[@TheProCut17]

you do nice work, thanks for sharing

[@timcass2043]

Great work! If the deck has a slight pitch to shed water, cut the post bottom to match that angle. Less shimming to get to plumb. Enjoyed the video!

[@Daynaleo1]

Love the membrane trick. Wish I had thought of that when I built 3200 sq ft deck (40 X 80) for my parents house.

[@cjc1216]

Daynaleo1 holy hell i built a 20×30 for my folks and it felt like a journey though hell to do alone. god bless you for that one pal.

[@stipcrane]

I built a 120' x 400' deck for my parents, soooo.....

[@jimanderson3937]

250'x 625' here! ;-)

[@jbblue1970]

My deck is bigger than yours! Waaaaaaaaaa! Must be Trumpturds on here

[@dannoquin7322]

Thanks, I wish that I knew of this method thirty-five years ago but it's never too late. Nice job you are doing there, Jesse.

[@finallythere100]

I need to hire someone like you ....

[@jamisjamz7978]

Samuriason what's your plan on the corner having post set back looks like 6 to 8 in

[@titude]

Jami's Jamz prolly a 2 post corner.

[@blacksheep_77]

Jami's Jamz was wondering the same thing!

[@PvtPapa]

When he was installing the outer trim pieces he said he was going to set the posts back and have the railings float in the corner

[@JonahBCarpenter]

Trust the samurai. he always a step ahead. those corners are going to be real nice.

[@andrewlangelaar]

would look super sexy if he half lapped the rail like he did the trim board and had the triple tiered floating halflap corner!!

[@kansasgardener5844]

I like the shaping of the post. It's attention to detail that makes the difference between a good job and great job.

[@seantoomey1514]

Great looking job! I guess my only potential concern is with boring a hole completely through a load-bearing span. I know it is a double rim joist, so it probably is fine, but still I just wonder what an inspector or an engineer would say.

[@MegaBobtube]

a lady inspector might say "do you have time tonight?"

[@GrahamM-sm1hv]

It looks neat, but I doubt that would meet code.

[@at0mix197]

I love that you take the time to explain everything as you're doing it. SUBSCRIBED!

[@Jddjdurjf]

Sadly, I'm competing with 2 other quotes usually when I'm budgeting for a customers new deck and there is no money to pay me for my time to apply these thoughtful methods that do require you to slow down and create real woodwork. I did a full college apprenticeship and don't often have time to work the way I was trained.

[@RCSTILE]

I hear you, that's one of the reasons I decided to retire at 62. I got tired of telling my customers they had two options, either do cheap or do it right. Far too many decided to choose option one and I just couldn't do that kind of work.

[@richardsikkink4026]

I appreciate the way you think outside the "normal" construction box to create unique ways to attack problems we all know about but seldom take time to rectify. Just because it's always been done this way!

[@alegator7249]

This dude obviously gets paid by the hour.

[@Carpenters_Canvas]

Al E Gator it’s instructional bro I’m sure if he had to get it done he could , also takes allot of pride in what he does

[@Cris5598]

NO

[@tyvanbor3140]

It’s more likely that he charges what he’s worth, instead of trying to undercut everyone else. Quality work earns quality money.

[@sylvana393]

That’s quality work .

[@nascenta]

Samurai, you are a genius! Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. I like how you think and your attention to detail. Yoi shigoto o tsudzukeru.

[@SpicyFPV]

Pocket screws and needing shims? Starting to speak my language now!

[@claudebai725]

SpicyFPV threaded rod and packer

[@alphafarabee9405]

Impressive technique, I referred my brother and son-in-law carpenters to your You tube channel. I'm sure those fabulous tools assist your genius.

[@jonathanacloete5386]

Magic schmagic. Bloody great work.

[@chugabond1113]

good video. i just want to let u know that u r a good artist and i can tell u love what u do. i always appreciate people that put a love in to what they do. i see a lots of comment on your videos about people saying that over do it, or it wont pass inspection. im a carpenter myself i know how sometimes rules and money gets in the way on how we express ourselves as a artist. this is my third video i watched and u got a sub. keep it up

[@yepper1165]

Looks great! But quick and easy?!🤣🤣🤣

[@kenjam3703]

Nothing quick and easy about this video

[@matthewditzenberger3168]

Wow, nice work. Took some time, but I’m impressed with the strength and workmanship.

[@thomasarussellsr]

wow, posted 1 minute ago and already 41 views when it opened for me. someone has got fans with nothing else to do. (yeah, I know, I am apparently in that group)

[@willbraswell4906]

Love the craftsmanship! Work to be proud of for sure. I would plug the hole even though it’ll be covered up by the rails to prevent water intrusion.

[@chrisgridley1937]

“How to install handrails quick and easy” (in the event you have tons of professional woodworking tools, or own a carpentry business)

[@trevorpeauk3931]

Samurai’s rough and ready is everyone else’s perfect. Great vid as always.

[@iceking6766]

I've never seen anybody build a deck with wood that looked so green before😥

[@frenchriversprings]

Even the samurai use pocket screws. Love pocket screws. Love your channel. I have a you tube channel too. I live in Ontario, Canada. I'm a perfectionist just like you. Cheers

[@bigsuey]

In my experience the inspectors arent smart enough to tell which way the job is done once it is finished.

[@alec4672]

euan cameron This is exactly my thought, with the rail installed most inspectors in my area would loom at the bottom and see a big ol bolt and sign off. Codes vary state to state, county to county, even city to city. Just cause it doesn't meet national code doesn't mean to doesn't comply with local code. National code is simply a reference, a starting point for local jurisdictions. Hell more then half the land in the US still has no building codes if you don't include electrical. I'd trust this hand rail to hold my 400 pound uncle leaning on it with my nephew.

[@robertkerby2581]

An Amazing technique with exceptional Craftsmanship! Well done, Sir!

[@tombrown3574]

Double sided tape on the bottom of the post and four 18 gage brad nails toed in through the bottom of the post into the decking is all you need. more time to drink! no leaning on the rails!!!!

[@noconz0727]

tom brown lol

[@joemarks8417]

tom brown I think I might have fixed some of your railings lol

[@liamg1995]

headless pins work better ;)

[@stanleyjones2085]

No leaning in the rails unless you have an X your trying to get rid of. LMAO

[@wojtekstach78]

Man, I feel like I'm going to make my dream come true and build my workbench and make a new passion go alive :) Thank You for all Your inspiring videos!

[@johnsesser1678]

Nice system but it wont pass inspection here in California.

[@drsh0ckalu]

Good thing he doesn't live in California then, eh?

[@johnsesser1678]

Yeah, I unfortunately do though. lol

[@warriorextermworkout]

won't pass inspection in any state ....

[@warriorextermworkout]

won't pass inspection in any state ....

[@mylesprower3254]

John S what is code for this is cali

[@johnprendergast36]

There are probably a dozen different ways to install posts.This method I really like and will try it on my next deck build!

[@damieonclewis3808]

did you try it? im looking to do it friday.

[@BariumCobaltNitrog3n]

Alec Steele says he wants a tool vest like yours for his hammers and chisels.

[@kevinwoodcock7578]

Black smithing aint hard enough eh? Strap another 50 pounds in hammers and chisels to your back..

[@georgiafan6618]

I like that you won't have to cut into the picture framing as you would with a post that runs through the decking and is anchored to the floor joists. Your method is time consuming but looks beautiful and clean.

[@artconnolly9519]

I'm always expecting the samurai to say "Damn I'm Pretty" Johnny Bravo style lol

[@johnrazor8720]

Has the right hair cut for it.

[@revwayne6168]

that is a great technique--I'm getting ready to resurface our deck and refit handrails--thank you!!

[@Suitednzooted11]

"Super quick and convenient", that looked like a lot of time and effort for a deck post. Pilot hole + long lag bolt= done

[@DavidFDay]

Your wood working skills are awesome!!

[@DokterRoetker]

more like Free Tip Saturday

[@joemyers83]

I see a few negative comments. But I think this is really a great idea. May try using it on future projects

[@pablopickasso4098]

what is quick and easy about that?

[@andygullion5182]

This guy is exceptional . Always does nice work . Will always have work to do.

[@Steelmage99]

Pocket Screws?!? * Sharp intake of breath while clutching at pearls * :)

[@John375PD]

Unbelievable craftsmanship!

[@BigPete7407]

insane in the brain. ...

[@scottferguson4160]

Peter Norkawich v

[@barriesmith4487]

Peter Norkawich q

[@ItAintMeBabe99]

Your craftsmanship and workmanship is stellar. Wish you worked on my projects.

[@sdj6353]

“Not” quick and easy.

[@andrewcamarillo908]

Thanks! I’m not a carpenter at all, I was racking my brain trying to figure out a way to install a safe railing in a deck already built. Thanks for the instruction!

[@dh2778]

You'll have to tighten that bolt over time as the joist shrinks.

[@kalijasin]

David Hansen, easier than replacing it.

[@espnmk]

samurai had to come back to these man glitter eye candy FTF, to get some ideas for a small deck and stairs i'm gonna put up sometime this summer... thnks for your tips man god bless

[@brendanstanford5612]

What is a bastard file?

[@mylesprower3254]

Brendan Stanford big ass file with straight teeth, I believe

[@mylesprower3254]

lmgtfy.com/?q=Bastard+file

[@brendanstanford5612]

So its just a coarse cut file. I've always heard others call them a rasp. But a rasp doesn't have straight teeth. Well I learned my learnins for the day

[@95thousandroses]

I believe it is a file which has no father or its father went out to buy cigarettes and never returned.

[@mylesprower3254]

Brendan Stanford between coarse and second cut, according to Google

[@MrLaroygetz]

Very good Idea. Working on a large deck myself and will try this on my railings. 👍

[@Cris5598]

Why in the hell you want a post right there instead of the corner?

[@danc2234]

Used this method to put up six posts in our front porch deck. I wouldn't really call it "quick and easy." Took me a day to prep the posts. Which was fine because it was raining and I had all day. I also put several two by sixes between the joists where the posts needed to go. One of them, somehow, must have been at a slight angle when I cut it at the miter saw. Had to shave off some of the bottom. Be advised: those bottoms had better be 90 degrees plus or minus about a half a degree. And that hole through the bottom better be dead center. And sharpen your chisels first. I left them sort of loose while I got the top rails installed, then tightened everything down good and tight. And it does feel solid. With the top rails installed they locked together like a system. I could see the other ones shifting slightly when I tightened one post down. It feels like you'd need a truck and chain to pull it apart. So, it does work. But I don't think I'll use this method next time. It just happened to be good for this project.

[@bobmcboberson816]

Why are you shimming? Isn't that lazy craftsmanship for the Samurai?

[@danwalker659]

Hmm if the deck was level and the post was cut at 90 degrees then there wouldn't be any need for shims

[@jacoblavender5766]

Not necessarily. You're not account for imperfections in the deck board, the post, nor the saw blade itself.

[@edcilumbrello1111]

Wow, I am impressed. I have seen such care before, but by much older craftsmen.