CR Fence & Rail Handrails for Outdoor Steps & Indoor Stair Railing Kit for Seniors, 1-2 Steps Safety Hand Rail for Porch & Deck, with 26" top Rail

I installed this CR Fence & Rail handrail in my 95-year-old dad's garage, where there's a single step that had become a safety concern. Installation was straightforward, and once mounted, the handrail felt extremely sturdy and secure.Knowing he has a solid handhold every time he steps in or out of the garage has given both of us much more confidence. It's a simple addition that has made a big difference in his safety and has definitely helped ease my worries.If you're looking for a well-built handrail for a porch, garage, deck, or anywhere there's one or two steps, I would definitely recommend this one. It's solid, looks good, and most importantly, provides the stability and peace of mind I was hoping for.

Clear instructions and pictures of assembly. Alot easier to assemble than i first thought. Our whole family is impressed with how great the hand rails look on the front steps. The rails have made it possible for my 91 year old father in law to navigate the stairs much more safely. He is impressed with how sturdy the rails are when he uses them. Thank-you CR for making a good product. It’s a BIG win.

I purchased the two-step railing to install on a concrete step and floor from my garage into my home, to provide stability and assistance for my husband who has mobility issues. I'm a 50-something woman who isn't afraid of home improvement challenges, having completed many DIY projects around my home using various manual and power tools. I also consult YouTube videos on the tools I'm using and/or the project when available. I watched CHR's video about installing a railing into concrete before starting this railing installation and found it helpful.To get started I unboxed and checked all the included parts. I found one of the posts with the holes to secure it to the ground had holes that were not evenly spaced and too close to the outer edge. I scanned the included card to text the company, sending them photos of the issue. They responded within 20 minutes (on a Friday at 7pm, and asked for my order number, name, and mailing address. They double-checked with me about which part it was, then I received notification the part had shipped - free of charge. It arrived 4 business days later.NOTE: I ran into one other issue, but was able to fix it myself. As shown in the photos, one of the screws had a smaller screw caught sideways in the part where the bit needed to go. I couldn't use the screw until I got it out with a small screwdriver (for eyeglasses repair). I wedged the small screwdriver underneath the screw and popped it out so I could use it. Frustrating, but not a deal breaker.Put together the railing on a soft surface to avoid scratching it. The only thing you need is a drill, as the company includes all of the parts you need including a drill bit for the included screws.Attach the brackets as shown in the included instructions. The company also has a video you can watch. The top raid and the middle railing will not be screwed into place until the end of your installation.Prepare your tools and area of installation. NOTE: Don't install the railing any closer than 1.5" to the edge of a step to prevent cracking or breaking of concrete.FYI: After reading the reviews I decided to purchase an SDS hammer drill. I have a regular drill and an impact drill with hammer functionality, but after watching the CHR video and noticing how hard the installer had to push on the drill to get it to go through the concrete, I wanted the best tool for the job out of concern for breaking the bit and/or hurting myself. I also picked up SDS-Plus carbide drill bits to use.Installing this rail took me 90 minutes. I had made sure to have my tools ready, cleared space around it before starting, and had already put the rail together (brackets on).The most time-consuming part was drilling the holes, and that was the part I was most nervous about getting right and not hurting myself. Hammering in the sleeve anchors was a little concerning as some reviewers said they had bent or broken them. I just took my time and made no wild swings, just slow, steady smacks on the head of the screw with the nut at the top of the screw to give me more to hit. As the anchors opened I was able to hear a difference in my hammering as well as feel it becoming more difficult to move the bolt.After the railing was up and over the bolts I hand tightened the nuts down and made sure the top and mid railings were where I wanted them to be. I then used an adjustable wrench to further cinch down the nuts on the bolts holding the rail to the step and floor of the garage. There is an included drill attachment for that purpose, but having left the bolts just a smidge too tall, I couldn't effectively use it. This worked fine.The last part of the installation was using the included metal screws with the included bit to secure the top and mid rail. I learned that I needed my drill's chuck at a high setting to have the drill go through metal with these screws, but once I did that it worked great.Adding the plastic end caps on the top rail and the plastic cover for the bolts at the base of each post is the last thing to do. I know it was a cost-cutting measure, but it would have been nice to have had these pieces metal too. Considering all that they give you in the installation kit, I really shouldn't complain!This is a great kit for a DIYer to add a rail to wood or concrete steps. I'm impressed by CHR's commitment to their customers in both the way they responded to my parts concern and in the way they educate their customers with included directions and video tutorials. I would not hesitate to buy another kit from them and highly recommend this one to others.============================MY SUGGESTED ITEMS FOR INSTALLATION IN CONCRETE:1. Eye protection. Little bits of concrete flew into my face when drilling.2. Gloves. Nothing heavy-duty needed; nitrile for grip.3. Sharpie pen. Ideal for marking holes for drilling. Pencil is included.4. ShopVac or vacuum. To suck out powdery concrete after drilling hole. You can also use compressed air.5. Hammer Drill or SDS Drill. Don't expect a regular drill to get through concrete.6. 5/16 Drill Bit for Concrete; SDS-PLUS for an SDS drill.7. ** If using a SDS drill have a regular or impact drill available to attach screws and tighten nuts.8. Adustable wrench; if you haven't hammered your sleeve anchors in enough, the included bit may not go down far enough to tighten nuts on the sleeve anchors.9. Tape measure; there is a ruler included, but it's clear and tough to see.10. Hammer for pounding the sleeve anchors into the holes with the suggested depth of 2 1/2"; shown on the pencil.11. Ear protection; for me the drill is loud.1st TIP: Drill one hole for the lower post, vacuum it out, check the depth (2 1/2" is suggested) and install an included sleeve anchor in the hole. Take care to hammer straight into the hole and listen for the anchor to grab into the concrete. Leave 3/4" of the bolt above ground level. Slide the post over it and remark your holes if needed. Drill the other three holes for the lower post and install the sleeve anchors. Slide the lower post over the bolts. Reposition the upper post if needed and make sure the top rail and middle rail are secure within their brackets before remarking the upper holes and drilling them.2nd TIP: Use a 5/16 concrete drill bit (included, but you may want to get another one) to drill all four holes slowly, perpendicular to the floor, letting the weight of the drill (SDS hammer type for me) with a fresh bit specifically for concrete do most of the work. DO NOT make a larger hole as some have suggested as the sleeve anchors won't grip as well. You can use the 5/16 bit and hammer in the included anchors for a secure fit.3rd TIP: Vacuum up the concrete dust and suck it up out of the holes before hammering in the sleeve anchors. This is very important as the dust can compact in the hole, changing the depth, and making it tough for the anchor to bite.

I spent hundreds of dollars on railings a few years ago. I ordered this one for a back deck recently and what a bargain! Well made and pretty easy to install. I should have looked on Amazon before I spent so much money.

Now I've installed dozens if not more of these handrails over previous decades, and this by far is one of the most impressive pieces of material I've ever seen. Quality Hardware quality drill bits extension bit holder a nut driver just mind blowing. The hardware is quality it is not cheap garbage the railing is quality the powder coating is beautiful it's dirty it's strong. And best of all easy to read the easy to understand , step by step like it's holding your hand set of instructions booklet. Pay attention to this you do this very simple booklet says you will have 100% you just free installation every time, my 30 years doing this type of work says so now this is a solid absolutely five star listing and product if and only if the customer service holds up, as they make a big deal out of in the first pages of the booklet. I need a larger size I left them a voicemail I received a text back almost immediately it's been 3 hours I haven't gotten a call yet. We will see if they respond to me I'll go to four and a half or five star depends when depends if the problem solved.

I was very pleased with the quality and durability of this stair rail. I was afraid it would be thin metal, but is actually heavy wrought iron. Packed very well for shipping. VERY sturdy, fastened to my wooden stair treads. Looks really nice. Will probably buy another to go on the other side of the stairs as well.Was shocked to see that the box included two drill bits, a hex head screwdriver bit, an extension, and a socket for the lag bolts. Also a pencil - already sharpened! Bolts for installation in concrete or wood are included. Washers are on the bolts for concrete mounting. Take these off and use with the lag bolts for wood mounting. All you really need to install these is an electric drill.Installation instructions are very good. One word of caution - drill the floor mounting holes a bit closer to the outer edge instead of in the center of the hole you marked as stated in the instructions. Otherwise, you will have problems with the socket not fitting between the bolt head and the vertical section of the rail.The only problem I had with installation is that the metal is too strong for the self-tapping screws to really bite. I drilled a starter "dimple", then was able to start the screws without a problem.Update - I ordered a second railing so that I would have one on both sides of the stairs. Be aware that the company has modified the design, and is now shipping the new version. The Amazon listing still shows the older design, and the model number did not change. Instead of the top rail being oval shaped, it is now rectangular. Personally, I prefer the older design. The old rail is slightly wider and easier to grip. I think it also looks better. Either still works fine, of course. The new version looks more contemporary. There is a card in the box that tells you if you end up with a mis-matched set, they will send you one of the older design. I’m still waiting for my replacement to arrive. Customer support has been very responsive via text message.

I put this up in the garage for my 90 year-old parents. The product is easy to install with very good directions. It is extremely sturdy and I can’t even move it with forceful tugs. It exceeded my expectations. The only thing I would add is to get an extra 5/16”drillbit if you’re drilling into very hard concrete. I would highly recommend this railing.

The handrail by CR Fence is sturdy, has a very good paint finish and was easy to assemble. We contacted CR Fence about some issues through their email. We received a text with advice and promise to ship a few items to help the installation . Package received in 2 days and installation was finished with ease. Very pleased with the entire experience.

Ver sturdy and good quality product. Very pleased

Purchased for three step rise on our deck. Works perfectly! Well constructed, sturdy, easy to install, clear instructions, great price. Highly recommend!

Was as advertised, sturdy and easy to assemble. Good product

Great product well made everything you need even down to a pencil.

The railing is a great quality and a very up to date design. Instructions for assembly were easy to follow and some of the basic tools needed to get the job done were included in the package.As I was installing the railing in aggregate the drill bit provided was not heavy enough to go through the stones, so I did have to have someone else drill the holes for me. If I had been installing it on a concrete slab it would have been fine.Very happy with the railing... Looks great and is very stable.