How to Stop Metal Balusters from Rattling?
One frustrating thing that can happen in your DIY deck railing installation is noisy baluster rattle.
Imagine a warm summer afternoon. You're lounging back in your chair, feet propped up on your DIY deck railing. You enjoy the warm sunshine on your face. You look around your outdoor space and admire your lovely post caps, gorgeous wood railing, and comfortable furniture.
When suddenly, you hear it. A low, small rumbling. The clicking and clacking of deck railing materials against each other. Wood against metal. Then a gust of wind comes in and the noise takes over: Rattle, rattle, rattle!
Deck baluster noise is a sign of loose spindles mounted between the top and bottom rails. These noisy deck railings can be a major headache when trying to relax and can lead to more wear and tear on your wood hand rail and aluminum balusters.
However, both stopping your aluminum deck balusters from rattling and preventing the loose baluster rattle are incredibly easy. Learn this quick tip on deck baluster installation and find out how to install deck balusters that are quiet all day.
How do you secure balusters to stop noise?
Simpler than you could even imagine, the one tool you'll need to tighten and secure your deck balusters quietly in place is some Silicone Sealant. Once your baluster connectors are installed on your top rail and bottom rail, place a dab of silicone within the baluster to rail connectors.
With the silicone ready, fully set your deck spindles into the connectors. Tap the deck pickets lightly with either your fist or a rubber mallet to fully seat the components in place. This will cure and secure the pickets in place through wind, sleet, and hail! Stop noisy deck balusters in their tracks with a dab of silicone adhesive.