Installation Guide

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SLATESTONE 1 & 2 PC POST COVER, Cont.
8) Attach the cap by applying adhesive around the top
surface of the post. (Fig. 8) In addition, apply adhesive to
the inside top of the cap along the inside ledge. ( Fig. 9)
9) Install Rail Mounts. After locating the desired height of
the railing and securely attaching the mounts (see #5),
measure up on the outside of the post cover, and select the
spot to place the landing. In this example, Trex ™
universal mounts are used. When the landing location is
decided, dry fit the landing on the rock surface. Using a
carpenter knife or chisel, cut out the high points of the rock
surface to achieve a smooth flat surface. (Fig 10-13)
Use 3” screw
10) Using 3" deck screws minimum, attach the mount to the post,
screwing through the pillar into the landing attached in section 5.
(Fig. 14-15)
11) Finish the job using NextStone™ Textured Grout and Paint
kit to cover any space around the mountings and to hide screw
heads . (Grout and Touch Up Kit sold separately). (Fig. 16)
Finished Post and Cap
(Fig. 16)
(Fig. 15)
(Fig. 14)
(Fig. 13) (Fig. 12) (Fig. 11) (Fig. 10)
(Fig. 9)
(Fig. 8)