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Wall mounted handrail installation height.
We chose 36 in.
Railing that projects farther than this will crowd the walking path especially when there is a railing at the other side of he stairs limiting the walking space.
Above the front edge of the stair nosings.
Place the short cut returns from step 2 against the two ends of the handrail so the returns turn the handrail end toward.
Step 3 below shows how to find this wall mounted handrail height point at the top of the stair.
Use level to mark bracket height on wall at top and bottom of staircase.
Mark bracket height on level.
Measure up from the floor 34 5 inches and make a mark on the rear wall at this height.
Mount the wooden handrail with screws from the bracket s assembly kit.
Calculate height of handrail and mounting brackets.
A maximum height of 28 inches 710 mm measured to the top of the gripping surface from the ramp surface or stair nosing is recommended for handrails designed for children.
The edge of the handrail that is farthest away from the wall it is mounted on should not project more than 4 1 2 inches from the wall.
Using electronic stud finder mark wall studs at top middle and bottom of staircase.
To meet building code requirements the stair railing should be mounted so that the top of the handrail height is 34 to 38 in.