balusters on screen porch - Contractor Talk - Professional Construction and Remodeling Forum

72chevy4x4 · 02-27-2007, 01:40 PM

Is the installation of balusters on a screen porch typically required by code?

Bone Saw · 02-27-2007, 04:28 PM

if the deck and screen area share common perimeter than code compliant railing/wall applies

Woodcrafter74 · 02-27-2007, 08:32 PM

Yes, 30" above grade needs balusters or wall.

A2Z · 03-04-2007, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 72chevy4x4

Is the installation of balusters on a screen porch typically required by code?

I used to install screen porches here in NC..We only had to install a handrail if the porch was above 3ft. usually placed 36'' from the floor..higher if pickets were going to be installed usually 40" In other cases if a deck was around the perimeter none would be required by code..