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Determine Stair Railing Angle — Measure Angle of Stair Slope

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How to Measure and Cut Stair Balusters to the Right Angle · Step 1 of 5

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Place a smartphone flat on the top surface of the stair railing. Open a 'Bubble Level' or similar angle-measuring application on the smartphone. Read the displayed angle, which indicates the slope of the stairs. This specific angle (e.g., 37 degrees as shown in the video) will be used to set the miter saw for cutting the top of each baluster.

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