How Do You Drill Iron Balusters

Drill holes using 5/8″ drill bit a minimum of 3/4″ deep into handrail. Mark baluster placement on treads allowing for equal spacing while following your original design. Drill holes* using 5/8″ drill bit a minimum of 3/4″ deep into stair treads. Make sure to keep the depths consistent.

How do you drill a hole in a iron balusters handrail?

Drill holes using 5/8″ drill bit a minimum of 3/4″ deep into handrail. Mark baluster placement on treads allowing for equal spacing while following your original design. Drill holes* using 5/8″ drill bit a minimum of 3/4″ deep into stair treads. Make sure to keep the depths consistent.

How do you tighten iron balusters?

Simply add a little wood glue to the toothpick (on the side facing the wood rail if you have iron balusters) and then push it into place. Wedge it as tightly as you can with your fingers.