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Good point. This was a project where I tore siding off a building that I owned and repurposed it for ceiling finish on the same building. So it was my own time. But if I had to charge someone for my time - it would not be cost effective. Cheers, Scott

Lamelo Invis is the magnetic joiner. www.lamello.com Cheers, Scott

@@reececrider2155 check out the full length video on this particular stair job and you will be able to see the tools. Cheers Scott th-cam.com/video/Qjm271u-j1c/w-d-xo.htmlsi=ABFg0lObb5legPyc

Sorry to hear about this. I have never experienced that. Scott

Hope it works. It doesn't always work on thicker pieces of plywood. Thanks for the comment, Scott

@@timairborne5813 thank you.

@@allenguffey9370 Thank you Allen. I’m glad too. And also excited when I hear feedback like this. God bless you, Scott

@@gregschultz8871 Yes technically you can. My concern would be scratching the floor when you screw the post down onto the floor. Hope this helps, Scott

Greg, This is very encouraging. In fact the kind of encouragement that keeps me making more videos. More to come soon. Thank you so much, Scott

P.S. What part of the world are you from? Always curious. Cheers, Scott

@@KennethHubbard-z7q thank you Ken. The “reveal” is the portion of the post that will protrude above the railing and be visible. Cheers, Scott

Wow that's quite a compliment. Thank you so much for the encouragement. Cheers, Scott

You're welcome. Thank you for this comment. Cheers, Scott

@@thawillyfish Thank you Martha! I haven’t had a comment like this before! It’s interesting work. Meticulous stuff. I do enjoy it but sometimes it’s nice to do something like framing that doesn’t take so long. Thank you for the comment. Cheers, Scott

@@sashan1281 Thank you for the very encouraging comment! I appreciate that very much. Glad the video was helpful. Cheers, Scott

@@timothysmith3348 Thank you Timothy!

Thank you for the comment. Yes I've found no irritation on the back of my knee from the Troxells. (And I have noticed that with the other knee pads for sure!) I've been using The Troxells for several hours continuously too. Cheers, Scott

Now that is funny!

That's ideal that your employer pays for them. I had those clear ones for quite some time before the tabs broke off. I can't seem to find them anymore. Thank you for commenting. Scott

They were a good purchase. Thank you for your advice! Scott

Thank you. Glad the video was helpful. Scott

I think it would support it. But depending on the bracing you have on the table it may wiggle over time. Worth trying for sure. Thanks, Scott

Hi Paul, I have never used my Invis on white oak. Only red. I did notice heat when I first used the bit and I believe there is some break-in process required. I use a silicone spray on my bit regularly. And I plunge in-and-out with the bit as I go. If your bit is shot then you should contact the supplier. I am going to do a review on the Invis at some point and I will be making suggestions. I do think it's a good piece of equipment but I believe some improvements are in order. I had a really good relationship with the Canadian Lamello rep but he has since retired. It might be worthwhile finding out who the rep is for your region and reaching out to them. Regards, Scott

Thank you! I hope you watch more. Cheers, Scott

Thank you and glad you found the channel. I guess I have a clone out there! I appreciate the encouragement. Cheers, Scott

Here you go: th-cam.com/video/wYBYzxsH8bs/w-d-xo.html&pp=ygUkaGFuZHJhaWwgaW5zdGFsbGF0aW9uIGZvciBob21lb3duZXJz

Simply search "Handrail installation for homeowners" and you will get several.

Let's hope so! Thank you so much Dominic! Comments like this will certainly help. 🙏 Cheers, Scott

Thank you Rick! I'm still 64 for another three weeks. Then the wheels fall off apparently. Cheers, Scott

I love that expression about "skinning a cat." It's one my Dad uses all the time and I get a chuckle out of it very time. I do have videos on the method you suggest. Here is one you can check out if you like. Thank you for commenting, Scott th-cam.com/video/3oTuyRfThUc/w-d-xo.html

@@DaleDansie Great question Dale. Without seeing pictures I will assume you have a landing at the turn? If so, transition to a level piece of railing before you make the turn and do a 45 on the level piece (level piece to level piece). Compound angle cuts on railings rarely work out because of the contours of the rail. If this doesn’t work or make sense drop me an email. Cheers Scott

You're welcome. I hope it works out. Scott

Thank you for taking the time to drop me such a detailed comment with all these tips. I like them all. Screwing the stringer to the tread makes a lot of sense, as does the band saw idea and the grinder. I've seen those cordless Dewalt bandsaws and I think there'd be other applications for that tool as well as your idea. I have that battery platform already. Of course there are times when I don't have my Burn-One handy so burning 10 makes sense too. One of the things I love about connecting with other makers through my channel is that I am also learning lots as well. Cheers, Scott P.S. Where are you located?

@@scottearlsmithFTC I'm in southeast Michigan. You've shared a lot in your videos that have been helpful to me, so I like to share back. Never know if someone can use it. Recently I picked up an aftermarket cordless hot glue gun that takes DeWalt batteries. I have yet to use it on the job, but I plan on incorporating it in my work flow like you do when doing stairs. Don't know why I never thought of that. Right now I'm working on building a custom tapered newel to go in a Arts & Crafts home built in 1929. The stairs is small, but there's also a big mantel, with an over mantel, built in bookcases and cove molding on the walls. I did a LOT of research in designing everything. Trying to keep it historically accurate as much as possible.

@@t.e.1189 That sounds like a very interesting project with the newel and mantel. Closest thing I did to that was trim work, mantel and window seats on a home built around that time frame. I used rough-sawn 4/4 red oak and milled them up in my thickness planer and saw to a finished 9" wide. Then a shoe mould along the floor. Doors had the plinth blocks and the header with bead and crown. The mantel and window seats were more contemporary. This was all before I got onto TH-cam so no videos of that. I appreciate all the tips. I have seen guys on TH-cam with the hot glue gun. I'd be interested in a link to that item. I have fly fished the Pere Marquette, and Ausable Rivers in Michigan. Not sure if they're near where you are from. Cheers, Scott

Hahaha. Good one. Hey there are bridges that collapsed that met code. So there's hope for you. Cheers, Scott

@@SusanFrerichs-n5u Wow Susan! Just the encouragement I needed. I was just contemplating the whole practicality of the TH-cam journey. It’s a lot of work and a slow climb in the first several years with little benefit at times. I will keep going though. I enjoy passing on what I’ve learned over the years - many of which came from making mistakes. Encouragement like this is what keeps me going. Thank you, Scott

@@MrRustyjackson Thanks Jay. I used to think the folding ruler was a thing of the past. Just like hand planes and other old-school tools. But they do have a place and there was a reason our Dads owned and used these tools. That said, my Dad gave me an old cast iron black and decker drill (older than me) with a rigged light switch on the cord. My cheeky response to this gift was, “Gee Dad. Is this part of my inheritance?” Good to hear from you! Scott

@@energyflowswhereattentiongoes Thank you so much. Yah that old Makita chop saw is circa 1986. Weighs a ton but won’t quit. Cheers, Scott

@@jpdthe3rd thank you Jessie! Glad to have you on board. So many little things we do that make a big difference in time and quality. Where do you operate? Cheers Scott

@@scottearlsmithFTC San Mateo California! I do things a differently, much more of a classic approach and what I have at my disposal. I don't have the time or space to make videos. I also work in a much more production oriented environment

@@jpdthe3rd Very interesting. Sounds like I could learn a few things from you for sure. I enjoy the filming and editing process but probably couldn't do it if I was working in that kind of environment. It takes a lot of time and consistency - and it's really a long game to get where you can actually see any financial benefits. I think you're wise to keep at what you're doing. Cheers, Scott

That is the Lamello Invis. Check out the videos on my channel on this magnetic joinery system. Thank you, Scott th-cam.com/play/PLUBalg95MClB4VeNIXirM7dnr108b-S61.html

@@earnestharvey2389 yes it does. All stairs have the same principles. Thank you for your comment. Scott

It's distributed by Finitec. The same company that makes the clear coating. Here is a link: www.finitec-inc.com/en/products/details/finish-applicator-11 Thanks for commenting. Scott

@@d.a.veneziano9651 If you mean the stair nosings on the original stairs, the best thing to do is cut them off flush and then add the new treads over top. Hope this helps, Scott

Thank you for the nice comment. Cheers, Scott