How to
Install Chair Rail Video
Tips on
Installing Chair Rail
By Mark J. Donovan
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In this video, Mark Donovan of
HomeAdditionPlus.com shows how to install chair rail.
Installing chair rail is a great
way to add beauty and functionality to a room. Chair rail works great in any
room, however it is perfect for kitchens and other rooms where chairs could
inadvertently bump up against the walls.
When installing chair rail it is
best to work in either a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
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In general the bottom edge of the
chair rail should be located 32 to 36 inches off the floor of the room.
Prime and paint, or stain the
chair rail before fastening it to the walls. You'll save yourself a lot of
time by following this tip.
A finish nail gun helps to make
the job go much more quickly and ensure a professional job.
When installing chair rail with a
finish nail gun use 2-1/2 inch nails. If using a hammer and nails, use
8d finish nails and a nail set to countersink the nails.
For the inside corners, use a
miter saw and coping saw. Coped corner cuts ensure a perfect 90 degree angle
chair rail corner, even if the walls are not.
After installing the chair rail to the walls, fill the nail holes with
spackle. Then go back and apply paintable caulk over the top edge seam and
immediately wipe the excess caulk off with a moist paper towel.
Finally, touch up paint the chair
rail to complete the project.
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