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How April Wilkerson Made Installing
These Affordable Railing Systems Look So Easy
April Wilkerson recently showcased innovative DIY railing systems in her latest video, making railing installation look incredibly easy and affordable. If you’re planning a railing project for your porch, deck, or stairs, these designs could save you time and effort while delivering professional results.
Here are the standout features that April demonstrated and why these railing systems are a game-changer:
1. Snap'n Lock Balusters
April started by prepping her rails with the Snap’n Lock Baluster System.
This system allows you to attach connectors easily using a pre-marked template on the baluster box itself.
The template ensures a perfect 4-inch spacing between balusters, meeting code requirements without additional measuring tools.
The Snap’n Lock system is as simple as it sounds:
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Attach the connectors to your pre-measured rails.
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Snap the balusters into place.
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Twist the caps until they’re securely seated.
Made from powder-coated aluminum and polycarbonate connectors, the system can withstand extreme temperatures and UV exposure, ensuring durability and longevity.
2. Shadow Rail Connectors for Quick Installation
Next, April highlighted the Shadow Rail Connectors, a unique and practical feature designed to make the installation of railings quick and seamless.
These connectors consist of two interlocking parts that allow you to securely attach rails to posts with minimal effort.
This innovative design eliminates the need for complicated measurements or special tools, ensuring a precise and sturdy fit every time.
Here’s how they work:
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Screw part A to the post.
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Measure the distance, cut the railing to size, and screw part B to the rail ends.
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Slide the two parts together until they click securely into place.
Whether you’re working on horizontal or diagonal rails, these connectors make the job straightforward and efficient.
3. Protect Your Wood Railings With Rail Shield
April also demonstrated the latest enhancements to our railing line showing off products such as Rail Shield.
Rail Shield is designed to protect wood railings from moisture, rot and weathering.
The guard just pops onto a 2x4 and screws into a channel on the top. The channel is then filled with a small strip that hides the screws and provides a sleek finish.
Rail Shield provides additional protection to the railing system, ensuring years of maintenance-free use.
Watch April's Full Installation Video
You can watch the full install video by heading over to April's Youtube channel and checking out both parts of this project. She makes incredible content for DIY builders and you're bound to find out about all kinds of innovative products.
If you’re ready to upgrade your deck or porch, check out the full range of railing products, including the Snap’n Lock Baluster System, Shadow Rail Connectors, and Rail Shield.
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