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Top 75 Rails Projects

  1. 16. Dockside Lobster Bar (03:24)

    This lobster bar deck's cooking and seating island began life as a boat.

  2. 17. Corner Handrail Posts (02:18)

    Get tips for installing the corner posts and the handrails.

  3. 18. Step 5: Sand and Paint (00:50)

    How to finish the chair rail molding by sanding and painting or staining.

  4. 19. Remodeling a Staircase

    Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to remodel a staircase.

    Time:
    --
    Cost:
    --
    Difficulty:
    Hard
  5. 20. Easy Beadboard Wainscoting (02:08)

    Change the look of any bathroom by installing easy beadboard wainscoting.

  6. 21. Step 3:Measure Position/Length (00:48)

    How to measure and mark walls for a chair rail.

  7. 22. Step 1: Select a Chair Rail (00:27)

    How to choose the proper style and size chair rail for a room.

  8. 23. How to Install Fence Rails (00:50)

    Get step-by-step instructions on how to cut and install fence post rails.

  9. 24. Deck Bench Seat (02:57)

    Step-by-step directions for building a bench seat for a deck.

  10. 25. Step 3: Install the Top Rail (01:10)

    Amy Matthews shows how to install the top rail of custom wainscoting.

  11. 26. Installing Modular Carpet (04:43)

    These modular carpet panels make custom carpeting a do-it-yourself project.

  12. 27. Installing a Rail Cap (00:23)

    Give the rail sections a nice finished look by installing a rail cap.

  13. 28. Installing Siding (00:60)

    John DeSilvia shares practical advice on installing siding.

  14. 29. How to Build Custom Deck Railings

    With the deck floor complete, build custom railings. The decks support posts serve as mounts for the new railing system.

    Time:
    Day
    Cost:
    $500 - $1,000
    Difficulty:
    Moderate to Hard
  15. 30. How to Install a Stairway Handrail

    These basic step-by-step instructions demonstrate how to install a stairway handrail for added safety.

    Time:
    2 hours
    Cost:
    $50 - $100
    Difficulty:
    Easy to Moderate

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