Made by CR Fence & Rail, America’s #1 selling handrail
For unique layouts that require special solutions, our posts might just be the key.
Protect your loved ones in a matter of hours
All CR Fence & Rail products are designed to be easily assembled. Each part and tool is labeled and our kits come with complete instructions. If anything is unclear, our industry-leading support team is ready to answer any of your questions via call or chat.
MODULAR & CUSTOMIZABLE
This Top Mount Plain Post is compatible with the following product for the perfect fit:
- Guard Rail
This product also works with our Top & Middle Rails. For more information, email us at support@fencerail.com.
As demonstrated by our CEO
From installing the posts to attaching the fence channels, our CEO Richard covers all the steps on how to set-up your system easily and efficiently.
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.
- Plain posts
- Top rail brackets
- Post caps
- Post covers
- Screws
- Nuts & Bolts
- Drill Bits
- Anchor & Washer
- Ruler & Pencil
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FAQs
- 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.
The different mount orientations are not compatible with each other. That means our Top Mount Posts work best with other Top Mount Posts, while our Side Mount Posts work best with other Side Mount Posts.
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.
Generally speaking, these are the use-cases of our Plain Posts:
38”: for residential use with our railings
42”: for residential or commercial use with our railings
60”: for use with our fence kits, or with our railings for soil-install
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:
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!
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.
Yes, the necessary bracket or top plate needed to attach any form of top rails to these posts are included.
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