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Rapid Dryset Handrail Base Shoe Video.
Discover Their Benefits with Our Q&A’s!

Specify rapid dryset handrail base shoes at PRL of Southern California. Discover their benefits by reading our Q&A’s below! Made with 6063-T5 aluminum, these extrusions are 35% lighter than traditional base shoes, but deliver even greater strength and durability. Suitable for wet set and dryset applications, you’ll learn how easy they are to install with our interchangeable Drop-On covers and predrilled holes. Need to know what sizes, stock lengths and finishes you can bid? How about which glass thicknesses our rapid dryset handrail base shoes will accept? Keep reading below. We answer all these questions and more.

Rapid Dryset Handrail Base Shoe FAQ’s: Sizes, Uses & Stock Lengths

Can I Order Rapid Dryset Handrail Base Shoes in More Than 1 Size?
Yes, you can. We supply our rapid dryset handrail base shoes in 2 sizes. You can get these extrusions in our standard size that measures 2 ½” x 4 1/8″ as well as our mini base shoes that measure 2 ½” x 2 ¾”.

Which Base Shoes Can Be Used for Mechanical & Cemented Railing Applications?
Whether you can use our guardrail base shoes for wet set or dryset applications depends on the size. Our standard base shoes can be used for cemented and mechanical installations, whereas our mini base shoes are for rapid dryset applications only.

What Stock Lengths Can I Quote for Rapid Dryset Handrail Base Shoes?
You can bid rapid dryset handrail base shoes in 10′ and 20′ stock lengths. However, generating these materials in-house, we can render nearly any custom length your railing projects call for.

Will These Base Shoes Accept Many Handrail & Guardrail Glass Thicknesses?
Our handrail and guardrail base shoes will accept 3/8″ and ½” glass thicknesses. But, in order to meet specific building codes, we can custom produce them to accommodate other glass thicknesses as well.

Are Your Rapid Dryset Handrail Base Shoes Good for Consecutive Run Alignments?
Yes! Our rapid dryset handrail base shoes include a screw raceway design and alignment connection pins. These components allow reliable consecutive run alignments from one base shoe to another. The screw raceway also enables secure end cap attachments, and our connection pins make railing alignments hassle-free.

More Rapid Dryset Handrail Base Shoe FAQ’s: Installation, Drop-On Covers & Finishes

Do I Need Special Tools to Install Your Rapid Dryset Handrail Base Shoes?
No, you don’t. Our rapid dryset handrail base shoes come with 3″ sectional pressure plates. Equipped with socket head screws, they secure glass panels into dryset assemblies without any special tools.
Note: 3″ sectional pressure plates work with rapid dryset installations only.

Can I Get These Railing Base Shoes in A Variety of Finishes?
Yes, you can. Our handrail and guardrail base shoes are available in multiple finishes. You can specify these extrusions in brushed and polished stainless steel, satin and polished brass, clear and bronze anodized as well as mill and satin chrome.

What Are the Benefits of Your Guardrail Base Shoe Drop-On Covers?
Our interchangeable Drop-On covers make replacing damaged base shoes and changing finishes a breeze. Because these covers just drop right into place, you don’t have to remove the entire railing.

How Can I Prevent Rapid Dryset Handrail Base Shoes from Losing Vinyl Over Time?
You don’t have to. Our handrail base shoe Drop-On covers help prevent vinyl loss. Featuring internal glazing pockets embedded with vinyl, they ensure it stays put and the vinyl won’t fall out over time.

Which Finishes Do You Offer for Your Railing Base Shoe Drop-On Covers?
Our base shoe Drop-On covers are sold in a host of finishes for guardrail jobs. You can request these railing materials in mill, clear and bronze anodized finishes in addition to custom powder coats.

Rapid Dryset Handrail Base Shoes. Get In on the Benefits at PRL!

Don’t miss out on our rapid dryset handrail base shoes! Buy yours today and find out more about our extrusions.

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