Easy-to-install complete railing solution
Each kit* builds one section
Connect to an additional kit, post or wall
Engineered to perfection
Consistent Quality with Strict QA
Weather and Rust Resistant
Easy Flexibility and Enhanced Security
Contemporary Design
Protect your loved ones in a matter of hours
Our Guard Rail Kit Posts are designed for simple and quick assembly, with each component and tool clearly labeled and accompanied by comprehensive instructions. If you need assistance, our support team can help via phone or chat to ensure you secure your space effectively and efficiently.
DIY EASY ASSEMBLY
From properly placing the balusters, to attaching the rails to posts or walls, our guides cover all the steps for you to protect your loves ones in no time.
MODULAR AND CUSTOMIZABLE
Our railings are compatible with other products for a perfect fit:
- Guard rail kit
Made by CR Fence & Rail, America’s #1 selling handrail
Choose from two variations: a standalone post or a post with a top rail. Both options allow for seamless expansion with additional sections. Ideal for both indoor and outdoor use, the Guard Rail Kit Post provides enhanced security with easy DIY assembly and a contemporary design to elevate any space.
Specifications
General dimensions
2-3/8" L x 1-9/16" W x 35-1/8" H
Baseplate dimensions
3-1/8" L x 2" W
Vertical clearance
3-9/16"
Material
Carbon Steel
Finishing
Commercial Powder Coat
Color
10% Matte Black
Everything you need out of the box
All parts and core tools needed to install these posts on any surface come included with your order. No more extra trips to the store, saving you time and money.
- End post
- Top plate
- End cap
- Post cover
- Screws
- Nuts & Bolts
- Drill Bits
- Anchors & Washers
- Ruler & Pencil
Complete Parts List
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FAQs
We’ll provide all the fasteners you’ll need, including screws for attaching the posts to wood and plastic, as well as anchors for cement and masonry. The installation process will be easiest with a handheld power drill or hammer drill, and a set of screwdriver bits — but any set of screwdrivers will work in a pinch.
Cleaning your rails is easy! Our 5-layer weather-resistant coating already protects against most stains, and dirt is easy to clean off. Just wet a non-abrasive or microfiber cleaning cloth with water, and wipe the posts down to clear away any dust.
- Wood drill bit: 5/16” (M8) W x 3” (75mm) L
- Masonry drill bit: 5/16” (M8) W x 4-3/4” (120mm) L
- Wedge anchor: 5/16” (M8) W x 3-1/8” (80mm) L
- Lag screws: 5/16” (M8) W x 1.9/16” (40mm) L
When installing our posts on any type of flooring (e.g., composite wood) and it is too thin, you will need to purchase longer screws or anchors elsewhere in order for the products to be mounted properly on the inner floor.
Our railing kits come with the necessary drill bits and wedge anchors to secure the posts onto any surface, be it wood, concrete, or brick. If you are planning on installing the posts on harder surfaces like granite, you will need a diamond drill bit (5/16" x 3.5")—which provide for free. Send us a message if you need one.
To make the installation process seamless, we’ve also included a depth-measuring pencil, washers, and a hex nut driver.
For more instructions on how you can install the railing posts, watch this video:
If you need more information about the types of drills you can use with our parts, refer to this:
Yes. Unlike our Guard Rails which is only the baluster section of the railings, this Guard Rail Kit comes with one line post and a top rail (for the With Top Rail variant).
This kit will allow you to chain your Guard Rail Kits together or terminate it with our Guard Rail Kit Post.
Absolutely! All our posts come powder-coated with a 5-layer black finish that’s made to withstand even the most extreme weather conditions. This protective layer defends against flaking, chipping, scratches, and color deterioration. Outdoor paint of any color will adhere to the protective layer — in fact, weather-resistant paint can even add an additional layer of defense against the elements, while customizing your rails to look exactly the way you want.
Like any product made of metal, our posts will heat up a bit on sunny and/or hot days. However, our 5-layer protective powder coating is weather-resistant, and will prevent your railing from becoming too hot to touch. In the unusual circumstance that your railing becomes too hot, simply wiping it down with cold water will quickly cool it off again.
All our rail kits are designed to be easy to install in an hour or less. As long as you’re comfortable with using simple power tools, you should be able to handle the job without any special assistance. In fact, more than 3,000 happy customers say their railings were remarkably fast and easy to install!
The actual height of our balusters is approximately 28 or 32 inches, depending on the variant.
Including the vertical clearance and top rail (With Top Rail variant), gives our products a nominal height of at least 36" for both variants, which allows it to pass safety standards for residential areas.
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