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Zip Clip Shoe Installation Kit for 1/2" square Metal Balusters
*Please note, the Horizontal Handrail to Flat Floor in Satin Black is on Backorder until 03/07/25*
There is no easier way to install 1/2" sq. decorative metal balusters in stair railing than with the Zip Clip Shoe Kit. For new construction or renovation projects. This innovative kit simplifies the installation process, saving you time and effort while ensuring a secure and professional finish. Perfect for DIY and professional contractors and carpenters alike, the Zip Clip Shoe system eliminates the need for drilling large diameter holes on both horizontal and pitch/angle surfaces and also eliminates the need for messy difficult epoxy or construction adhesive. Also allows for the future removal of balusters if necessary without having to destroy the entire railing system. It is the ultimate solution for hassle-free baluster installation.
Key Features:
- Compatibility:. Designed for installation of 1/2" square metal balusters which is the most common size metal baluster. This allows the use of the widest variety of metal balusters which allows for baluster patterns to fit almost any decorative style of home. There are 3 different kits allowing for the installation of metal balusters on flat horizontal surfaces on both top and bottom, flat horizontal surface on bottom and pitch surface on top (open stringer staircase) and pitch surfaces on both bottom and top (closed stringer staircase).
- Easy Installation: The patented Zip Clip system allows for quick assembly with a minimum of tools. Once the top and base kits are installed, the cut-to-length baluster (not included) is simply snapped into place and the provided shoes can be slipped over the hardware for a beautiful finished look. No adhesive required.
- Adjustable Design: The shoes for pitch/angle surfaces can fit a wide variety of pitch angles with the patented pivot base.
- Includes:. Each kit comes with Zip Clip Shoes, Base Hardware, screws, and detailed instructions for a seamless installation experience.
Why Choose the Zip Clip Shoe Installation Kit?
- Time-Saving: No drilling large holes and no messy epoxy or construction adhesive required - install balusters in minutes.
- Cost-Effective: For DIY'ers, it eliminates the need for expensive tools or professional labor. For professional installers, it cuts installation time and reduces the chance for installation errors.
- Aesthetic Appeal:. Provides a clean, modern look with hidden fasteners for a sleek finish. The use of a top shoe under the handrail will hide unsightly gaps of square balusters going into a round hole.
- DIY-Friendly: Perfect for homeownersand contractors looking for a straightforward, no-fuss installation process.
Transform your railing project with the Zip Clip Shoe Installation Kit - the smart, efficient and reliable choice for securing 1/2" square metal baluster (hollow or solid). Whether you're upgrading an existing railing or starting a new project, this kit ensures a professional result every time. Order now and experience the simplicity and quality of Zip. Clip!
Available in Satin Black, Oil-Rubbed Copper and Oil-Rubbed Bronze.
Choose from 3 different applications:
- Horizontal handrail to Flat Floor/Tread Surface (contains zip clips and two flat shoes).
- Rake/Pitch Rail to Flat Floor/Tread Surface (contains zip clips and one pitch shoe and one flat shoe).
- Rake/Pitch Rail to Kneewall(pitch) (contains zip clips and two pitch shoes).
