![]() ![]() This enabled the post to rest on the deck. We started the cut with our miter saw and finished it with a chisel and hammer. Because we did not want to replace the posts down to the ground (our deck if very high on the front of the house), we cut a 2″ wedge from each post. The 2×4 ensured that we had a nice even/level cut for the new 6×6 post to rest on. We used a level to screw an old 2×4 to the post and a circular saw to cut the 6×6 posts. We used a flat bar, a crowbar, and a hammer to remove the old spindles. The standard height for residential is 36″ we opted for 37 inches (including the handrail). Planning:įirst, we decided on the height of our deck railing. Click HERE to see check it out you will be amazed by the result! This DIY deck railing project has totally transformed our deck and YES, we have a great view of the lake.īefore we installed our new wire railing, we updated our deck (flipped the decking boards). We purchased all the treated lumber from Ace Hardware and were pleased with the quality. (Hog wire consists of rectangles and cattle wire consists of larger rectangles.) We purchased the sheep/goat wire panels from Tractor Supply Company. ![]() Actually, we learned through this process that we wanted to use sheep/goat wire. We researched several options and decided to install hog wire deck railing. Because we live on a lake, we wanted to use wire so as not to obstruct our view of the lake. Our deck and deck railing needed to be replaced. ![]()
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