This is the best tutorial on this subject that I've seen on KZfaq and I've watched a lot. I'm rebuilding my front porch railings and posts myself and have never attempted this type of a project. Seeing how you fastened the balusters to top & bottom strips first and then attached the assembly to the top & bottom rails was very helpful.

This is a valuable addition to my woodwork collection kzfaq.infoUgkxbnOKZBE4evMO5V2vroHeCjq6d_MV6wJO I still will rate this woodwork plan as the best in my reference library. It always seem to stand out from the rest whenever you go through the library. This is a masterpiece.

This beats the hell out of those old home improvement TV shows that make everything look way easier and faster than reality. I love your pacing and level of detail. Very nice.

There is literally NO other tutorial that explains the process of building a deck railing using nail strips in as much detail as you do. I have been researching for weeks and have watched countless videos on the subject matter and there is only 1 other video by This Old House that kindaaa explains the process but not like you!!! THANK YOU!!!! Every detail was exactly what I needed in order to obtain the knowledge I need to make the best possible railing for a client. Seriously, I can’t say thank you enough!!! Don’t ever stop making videos like this! You’re amazing! 😁 *definitely subscribing after watching that

I respect the heck out of you John for putting in the effort to use reclaimed decking on this project. Alot of people wouldn't do that, but I love it. Turned out great.

We built this railing on our new build farmhouse. It was inexpensive and exactly what we were looking for. It’s very sturdy but not too bulky looking. We purchased all of our wood, and fortunately, the painters will caulk and paint it all! You made it look easy and it really was. Love it! Thank you so much for sharing this video. Your home is beautiful by the way.

Your attention to detail, by putting in the work necessary, is a credit to the beauty of the end product!

as a fellow wood worker it is so nice there is a person like you showing people how easy it is to make railings .pure talent

The whole house exterior is looking really good. Nice design, love the color scheme, and very nice craftsmanship. Love watching this channel.

4 years latter and it’s still helping others . Thanks for the share, lots of love Australia

Those railings look great! I love the clean lines and look of your front porch, it just looks right. Thank you for sharing!

Very clean and simple, Love it, looks wonderful. Enjoy watching your home improve over time.

House has a thousand percent more character than when you started. You really made that place nice. Nice work

Hey John, nice that you got some of the material free, but the end results is what counts. The pictures at the end say it all. The whole project came out awesome! The proportions are perfect and the curb appeal is really a plus. Great job!

Wow John! Looks great. Something to look at and be proud of

I am so glad I found your Channel. I have to rebuild my outdoor banister which is rotten and I've never done anything like this before. I'm so glad I found a Craftsman like you who is meticulously perfect , wish me luck!!!

Fantastic looking railing from mostly free used lumber! I love getting building materials for free too!

I *love* the detailing on those posts John.

They look great. Love to see the before and after on the house. Been watching since you started it, and a comparison would be amazing.

You make it look easy John, beautiful work.

Great job John, you prove that great preparation of a job gives great results. Very nice detail in the porch posts too. Thanks

Looks great! Amazing craftsmanship and truly a joy to watch.

As usual great workmanship, great to see how the outside of the house looks now. Looks amazing.

THAT CAME OUT REALLY NICE!!!.... I HAVE A SHORT RUN FRONT DUE TO BE REPLACED THIS SUMMER...

Skilled work, patience, and endurance = beautiful result.

I just found you on KZfaq.I love to see an expert work! Great job, sir!

Looks great John! Really enjoy the home renovation videos

High quality and aesthetically pleasing . Thank you for your lessons.You are a true master!.I learn a lot from you.

Excellent build. They really do look great on that house and the wood color on the porch floor and steps really set if off nicely!

Awesome build !! Just what I was looking for. I’m rebuilding my Mums front porch railing in a few months and like with all new projects, research before I start. Thankyou for such a simple explanation and it was like I guessed tbh - it’s the detail in the prep work that makes or breaks any new piece. Time consuming? Yup. Worth it? Absolutely ! Your vids are just brilliant - thanks again 👍👍👍

Awesome reuse of old timber, great finish. In the past I have just pressure washed timber beams and been able to use them in renovation projects. The advantage of old timber is its far less likely to move or warp.

Very good work John! I was impressed with how professional looking it all turned out - a lot of attention to detail.

I admire your attitude as much as your building skills and knowledge.

Nice work, came out great

Classy work, as usual. I've loved watching your home come together.......

You made it look so easy!! I just completed my porch but instead of using 1/2" pieces to apply my spindles, I used 1/4" precut shims which made it difficult when attaching the spindles because the would would split in various places. Of course, I had add'l work to do as far as dealing those areas b4 applying paint. Thanks for sharing!

WOW..... You must be very proud of how your place looks now

Wonderful work simple clean and looks amazing.

Great idea and beautiful work! I am about to build a rail after a deck replacement and now I know what to do with all that old deck wood! Thank you!

Wow, what a great looking porch!!

I can watch this all day. Nice work John!

Wow what an incredible professional job! This is beyond professional, this is master craftsmanship.

wow I want to see the before and after of your entire house! it looks amazing on the outside now!

The neighbors must be super stoked to have someone like you to increase the curb appeal of the area :)

You are a craftsman. The care and detail that you put into the project would leave many so called professionals hanging their heads in shame. I shall be using some of your techniques to rebuild by deck railing. BTW, love your workshop. Regards Steve from Australia

Just found this video, fantastic job and looks great, ive had to rip all our porch railings off as they were rotten after 16 yrs. Have to replace them next spring, this is exactly how i will do it. Thanks so much for the video.

Really dresses up the house John - nice work as always! Cheers!

Great presentation, love the simplicity of your demonstration, I will be building an inside Railing an a staircase Railing, this helps me to know exactly what I have to do. Thanks, Donald.

Knowledge +skill + flawless execution + excellent detailed explanation. BRAVO. LIKED AND SUBSCRIBED.

That does look real good, you had some good tools to work with and you put ya heart into it, the color of your house and the white trim looks real good! Great Job!

John, The house is looking fantastic. Great job. Thanks.

Nice work John I wouldn't change a thing. This railing is perfect for your home.

Totally made the house, so talented and I have gained enough knowledge to attempt to do this myself. Woohoo! Great job.

Man you make it look so easy! Those railings came out beautiful. Great job.

Came out very nice. Good proportions. You should show a picture of the House when you first moved in. What a difference.

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Thank you for the easy to follow tutorial. I love your house.

Absolutely beautiful and professional job! Thank you for this video.

Beautiful work John!

Great video, as always! Thanks, John!

Looks stunning. Excellent work..

A very detailed and thought out video, I'm going to be closing other end of my daughter's porch and this will be a great reference for the small job...again, hat's off to you!!!

nice job it really adds to the look of the house

looks great john, love your work.

Excellent craftsmanship and simple, clear video.

Such a meticulous craftsman. Love it! Thank you.

I've watched all the videos on this channel and truth be told this house was a dump when you bought it, it's really coming together now. Can't wait till it's done inside and out.

That came out beautiful.

Nice job and the porch looks great.

You are an artist, your work is beautiful!

That looks fantastic!

upside down tapered columns looks fantastic, i love the colors. very neat work. add some plants

Very clean looking! Great job!

Those are beautiful, John! I might just use that design as I redo my front porch this summer!

Great job done John, I'm just finishing the inside of my extention I built last year. I'm sick of how my house looks from the road it looks like a building site. Next big job for me is a driveway.

Your house is looking so good. Nice!

Very nice work, sir. Enjoyed the attention to detail and the reuse of old material.

Your hard work paid off; the railings are neat and beautiful. Thanks for sharing : )

Fantastic work. I enjoy watching all of your videos and utilizing your teachings. Thank you!

Looking great!

thanks I will share this video with some friends who are about to install a deck railing. Once again you were right on the money.

Awesome work! Congrats on how it turned out!

John you truly are an inspiration man!

House is looking great.!

That's looking really good

The end result is awesome John and I know the neighbors are glad you moved in.

very nice work. love the colors you used.

Nice job. Great repurposing of the deck boards.

Thanks. I have to replace a deck railing and you just gave me some great ideas.

I am liking this design, rather than sandwiching the balusters, which would leave nice little pockets for nasty bees to make homes in.

Beautiful work... love your common sense approach to everything. Excellent video too!

Beautiful work... exactly what I was looking for

Great work, John!

It looks fantastic! The whole house is so different than what you started with. It's really coming together now. When can we expect an updated before/after video? Oh, I also can hardly wait to see any improvements you've made in the basement too.

the Porch looks awesome man, the house videos are my favorite! I look forward to the progress this summer!!

Love your work 👍🏼

Wow man, what a transformation! House is looking great. Nice work as always!

That Looks Great!

Those look so sharp. Such a nice job. Thanks for doing this video. Makes me want to try a proiject like this one day.

Excellent video. I learned a few things, and you did a great job explaining each step.