How to connect a newel post to a stair stringer at the bottom of the staircase is one of the most difficult tasks in balustrade building. Scott walks you through a 5-step process, including how to use a story pole to determine the rake of the stairs, and the proper height of the newel post, and the location of stringer notch on the newel post.

Tools and resources:

Fein multimaster: www.fein.com

Burn One tape measure: www.fastcap.com

U2 lag screws: www.u2fasteners.com

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Liability waiver: Finishing Touch Carpentry and Scott Earl Smith assume no responsibility for the safe usage of tools, and general safety practices. This is not a safety video and all users should research their own safety techniques prior to attempting any of the techniques shown in this video.