To install a handrail on brick walls, follow these steps:
- Drill holes in the brick using a hammer drill and masonry.
- Install handrail brackets on the brick wall, holding them in place and screwing them to the wall with masonry screws and a screwdriver.
- Install the handrail to the brackets.
- Use a chalk box as a plumb bob to snap a vertical 4-foot chalk line.
- Choose surface mount posts over side mount when working with brick.
- Choose a handrail and threaded studs.
- Use a half-inch by four-inch stud anchor for most handrail installations. Avoid using an expanding stud, as it can harm the stud.
- Use a 5/16″ stud long enough to get through the brick and into your substrate.
- Be aware that regular expansion anchors in the brick may fracture the brick if they are not solid.
Installing a handrail on brick walls requires the proper tools and proper planning. It is important to consider the potential dangers of brick stairs and the surface materials used in veneered step applications.
In conclusion, installing a handrail on brick walls requires careful planning, proper tools, and careful consideration of the surface materials.
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Real pain in the neck huh. I’ve recently found the need people have for the vinyl handrails. Home cheapo sells them, the brand name is Veranda. The real estate folk go nuts for them, because they are built in place, and zero lead time. I price them at double my cost, and been making a great buck. There’s a learning curve. But after the first couple jobs; it’s easy peezy. Thanks for another great article Don.