Originally Posted by
Rick Hurst
You should follow current code requirements.
rick
Not wanting to let the cat out of the bag on this, but ...
The requirements for stair railing guard are different than for that of landings and other flat walking surfaces (balconies, porches, etc.) in that the maximum size opening is allowed to be 4-3/8" ... shhhh ... don't tell anyone, if the builder does not know, and is too lazy to look it up, let him believe it is only 4" - I did that for years and no builder questioned it or thought about looking it up.
Shhhhhh ...
I know, *that* stair railing would still not meet the code.
