Diy Cable Railing

Cable railings are a popular choice for decks, patios, and balconies because they are stylish, durable, and relatively easy to install. To DIY a cable railing, you will need the following materials:

• Cable railing posts
• Cable railing top and bottom rails
• Cable railing hardware (swages, turnbuckles, etc.)
• Cable railing cable
• Tools (drill, saw, level, etc.)

Once you have all of your materials, follow these steps to install your cable railing:

1. Mark the locations of your cable railing posts. Make sure that the posts are spaced evenly and that they are securely anchored to the ground or deck.
2. Install the cable railing posts. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installing the posts.
3. Attach the top and bottom rails to the posts. Again, follow the manufacturer’s instructions for attaching the rails.
4. Install the cable railing hardware. This will involve threading the cable through the posts and securing it with the hardware.
5. Tension the cable railing cable. Use the turnbuckles to tension the cable until it is taut.
6. Trim the excess cable. Once the cable is taut, trim the excess cable with a wire cutter.

That’s it! You have now installed a DIY cable railing.