National Hardware N216-168 Handrail Bracket Solid Brass

Product Description

The NATIONAL HARDWARE N216-168 is a solid brass handrail bracket from the Gallery Series, designed to mount interior handrails securely to wall surfaces. Built with a bright brass finish, it provides a clean, traditional appearance suited to residential stairways and hallways. The bracket base measures 2.4375 inches by 1.375 inches, with a base-to-center-rail projection of 3.25 inches. It carries a safe working load of 200 pounds per bracket. Licensed contractors and finish carpenters typically install these during stair and railing work where both structural support and finished appearance are required.

This bracket is used in residential applications where a wall-mounted handrail must be held at a consistent standoff distance from the surface. The Gallery Series styling makes it appropriate for formal entryways, staircases, and hallways where exposed hardware will be visible. It is sold individually, allowing installers to purchase the exact quantity needed for a given rail run.

Key Features

• Solid brass construction with bright brass finish for durability and traditional appearance
• Safe working load of 200 pounds per bracket
• Base dimensions of 2.4375 inches by 1.375 inches for a stable wall mount footprint
• Base-to-center-rail projection of 3.25 inches provides consistent rail standoff
• Gallery Series design suited to finished interior spaces
• Sold as a single unit to match exact project quantity requirements

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-install bracket for standard wall-mounted interior handrail systems where a solid brass bracket with a 3.25-inch projection is specified.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a finish carpenter or licensed contractor during stair and railing work. Power down any adjacent low-voltage systems if drilling near walls with embedded wiring, and locate wall studs or use appropriate anchors rated for the working load before fastening. Follow local building codes, including IRC stair and handrail requirements, for bracket spacing and rail height. Do not exceed the 200-pound-per-bracket safe working load rating.