Railings

With an eye towards convincing the building inspector to grant us a certificate of occupancy, Mickey has been working on railings.

We really enjoyed being able to sit on the edge of the porch, but were surprised how much we like the railing too.

Mickey has been putting his new table saw to good use with lots of angles to cut!

Having completed the porch railing and handrail, he turned his attention to the loft railing.

He installed the framing first (top and bottom).

Newel post.

Newel post shaped.

Newel post stained.

Newel posts attached.

We love having so many big timbers in our home!

Mickey then used his table saw to transform 5/4"x8' lumber into railing spindles. I wish I could have gotten a before-spindle, but here is the after!

Many drill battery charges later, the spindles were all securely screwed into place!

The railing has transformed the feeling of the great room and the loft.