How to Install a Do-It-Yourself Chair Rail: Step-by-Step Pictures and Instructions

By Spike Carlsen
This elegant chair rail is made from two stock moldings and two simple boards. Read an overview of how to install a chair rail.
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10. Putty all nail holes and gaps, then sand the rails and moldings smooth. Ease the exposed rail edges with sandpaper to create a more durable “paint edge.” Caulk any gaps between the wall and top rail. Prime and paint.

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