Kate’s DIY Railing Surprise: How She Transformed Their Deck
You know how sometimes you get an idea that you can’t get out of your head? That’s exactly what happened to Kate when she decided to transform her deck to surprise her husband for his birthday. Their old handrailing was barely hanging on, and with her husband away for work that weekend, she saw the perfect opportunity to tackle a project she’d been dreaming about for ages.
A Surprise That Was Long Overdue
Kate and her husband’s deck had always been their “hangout spot” with the family but the railing was on its last legs. It was wobbly, worn out, and kind of a safety hazard.
The plan was simple: get rid of the old, shaky railing and replace it with something sleek, modern, and, most importantly, safe. She wanted something that would match the style of their home and be easy enough to install on her own – she decided on using Nuvo Iron’s square balusters and a few accessories – Easy to install and modern, they were the perfect fit for a weekend flip.
Making It Happen
With her husband away on a work trip, Kate got to work. She enlisted the help of her brothers and dad to make sure she could keep the project on track with her two little ones. They started by removing the old railing—honestly, it had been such an eyesore that the deck already looked better. Now, she had a blank canvas to work with, and she unpacked her products. The best part? The installation was way easier than she expected. Everything came together perfectly, and before she knew it, the new railing was up. Kate chose to use post base covers and some modern post caps so after dressing the posts up, she was done!
The Big Reveal
Kate couldn’t wait for her husband to come home to show him what they’d done. As soon as he stepped onto the deck, he was stunned by his new grill… LOL he didn’t even notice the railing! Then it hit him. He saw his old, wobbly railing was gone, and in its place was a sleek, modern railing. He was blown away—not just by how great it looked, but by the fact that Kate had pulled it off in one weekend. It was a sweet birthday surprise, and it made their deck feel like a brand-new space.
The Perfect Space to Relax and Grill
One of the best parts of this whole project is how easy it was for Kate to pull it off over a weekend and also how much Dave is loving his new outdoor oasis (And grill!). Him and Kate now have a perfect spot for dinner with the kids, or having their friends over. It’s more than just a project; it’s about creating an extension of your home where you can relax, entertain, and truly enjoy your space in any way you choose.
Browse all of the products that Kate used for her project:
Deck Railing Products:
- HDWPCP4B – 4” x 4” Heavy Duty Wood Post Connector Plate
- SDRC – Stair & Deck Rail Connectors (4 pcs) Multi-Use | Screws Included
- SQMDRA – Surface Mount Deck Rail Connectors (20 pcs) for 3/4″ Square Balusters OR Square Baluster Connectors
- ADPBS4 – Aluminum 4″ x 4″ Post Base Cover
- PCP11BLK – 4″ x 4″ Eazy-Cap™ Patented Pyramid Post Cap
- STU60A-US – Large Plastic U Shims – 60pcs | Broadfix®
- 82BLKJ – #8 x 2″ Deck Screws with Black Ruspert® Coating (400pcs)
- 83BLKJ – #8 x 3″ Deck Screws with Black Ruspert® Coating (250pcs)
Stair Railing Products:
- SQPS26 – Square Balusters – 26″ Long x 3/4″ Wide Black Square Tubing Galvanized Steel Balusters (10 pcs)
- SQMSRA – Surface Mount Stair Rail Connectors (20 pcs) for 3/4″ Square Balusters
- SDRC – Stair & Deck Rail Connectors (4 pcs) Multi-Use | Screws Included
- PCP11BLK – 4″ x 4″ Eazy-Cap™ Patented Pyramid Post Cap
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