Attach the Safety Netting

What happens in this clip

With the perimeter wire in place, the black mesh safety netting is unrolled and draped over the balcony railing. The installers then methodically attach the netting to the perimeter wire. This typically involves threading individual squares of the net through the wire and securing them with small fasteners like zip ties or specialized clips, ensuring the net is evenly stretched and tightly affixed along all edges.

Goal: Securely install the mesh netting to the perimeter wire.

What's used

Tools

• Gloves Frontline
• Safety Netting
• Balcony mesh
• Scissors / Utility Knife
• Box cutter
• Zip Ties / Clips
• Netting clips

About the full video

This project details the installation of a protective netting system on a high-rise balcony. The process involves preparing the balcony, drilling anchor points into the walls and ceiling, threading and securing a perimeter wire, and finally attaching the netting to this wire. This system helps prevent birds from entering and objects from falling, all while maintaining an unobstructed view.

Step 4 of 6: Attach Netting to Bottom Railing and Balusters

Work your way down the stairs, attaching the netting to the bottom railing and any vertical balusters. Ensure the netting is kept taut as you attach it to prevent slack. Use ties or clips at intervals along the balusters and the bottom rail to create a continuous barrier. For angled sections, ensure the netting follows the contour of the stairs smoothly.

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Every video in How to Install Banister Safety Netting to Childproof Stair Railings

1. Step 1: Measure Stair Railing Length

   • 0:25–0:43 Measure Total Railing Length
   • 0:37–1:14 Plan and Measure Stair Railing Components
   • 0:07–0:51 Measure Staircase Length and Angle

2. Step 2: Cut Netting to Size

   • 2:25–2:36 Prepare Netting
   • 0:15–0:29 Secure Net to Balcony Railing

3. Step 3: Attach Netting to Top Railing

   • 1:49–2:42 Attach the Safety Netting
   • 2:05–2:20 Attach Netting with Plastic Ties
   • 0:13–0:15 Position the Safety Net

4. Step 4: Attach Netting to Bottom Railing and Balusters

   • 0:15–0:29 Secure Net to Balcony Railing
   • 0:13–0:15 Position the Safety Net
   • 1:49–2:42 Attach the Safety Netting (this video)

5. Step 5: Trim Excess Netting and Secure Loose Ends

   • 3:15–3:34 Trim Excess Netting
   • 3:46–5:37 Secure Netting to All T-posts
   • 5:02–5:36 Final Trimming and Access

6. Step 6: Perform a Final Safety Check

   • 0:29–0:34 Final Inspection and Adjustment
   • 0:15–0:29 Secure Net to Balcony Railing
   • 2:42–3:23 Final Inspection and Cleanup