Wrought-iron balconies can often be seen on older homes.
Balconies are traditional features on many old homes, and often employ wrought-iron railings to prevent people from falling off. Wrought iron has a classical style to it, and often works well stylistically with older homes. Installing wrought iron on your balcony is a basic project that a novice do-it-yourself homeowner can complete. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Place the railing into position along the edge of the balcony and mark the screw holes onto the concrete. Move the railing off the balcony.
2. Drill pilot holes into the platform of the balcony at each mark. Use a hammer drill with a masonry drill bit.
3. Remove the bolts from the concrete sleeve anchors, and place the sleeves into the pilot holes. Tap the sleeves down with a hammer until they're flush with the top of the platform.
4. Place the railing into position on the platform. Align the screw holes in the railing with the holes in the platform.
5. Insert the bolts through the screw holes in the railing and into the sleeves, and tighten them with a socket wrench.
6. Paint the bolts to match the color of the railing.
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