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a 3a RAILING— a lot easier than it looks Selecting the right railing is pretty easy, but 1 4 1+2 each Trex railing line is a little different. Please read the system descriptions at the top of each product section so you can choose exactly which railing components you need to complete your design. For additional guidance, the chart to the 2b 3 3 left depicts each railing system's components.
Trex® Signature™ Aluminum Railing Choose either aluminum posts or composite post sleeves, caps and skirts for Steps 1 & 2. Pair with a rail & baluster kit (Step 3). STEP DESCRIPTION COMPONENT 1+2 Aluminum Post with Cap & Skirt 2.5" x 2.5" x 37" Post—Horizontal (IRC Compliant) Aluminum Crossover Post 2.5" x 2.5" x 43" Post—Horizontal (IRC Compliant) ITEM NUMBER XXAL252537RCAP [2.5 in x 2.5 in x 37 in (63 mm x 63 mm x 939 mm) actual dimensions] XXAL252543RCAP [2.5 in x 2.
Trex Transcend® Railing Transcend is either a 5-step or 3-step process. Choose Trex post sleeves, caps and skirts (Steps 1 & 2). Then choose each component separately for a custom design (5-step). STEP DESCRIPTION COMPONENT Top & Bottom Rails 3a In this step, two rails (1 top, 1 bottom) must be selected. 3b ITEM NUMBER 6' Crown Top Rail 8' Crown Top Rail XXCROWNTR06 XXCROWNTR08 6' Universal Top/Bottom Rail 8' Universal Top/Bottom Rail XXUNIVTBR06 XXUNIVTBR08 [6' Rail: 67.
Trex Transcend® Railing Or simply choose a rail & baluster kit (3-step).
Trex Aluminum Gates DESCRIPTION COMPONENT Gate Rail Kit Available in all Aluminum colors.
TREX TRANSCEND RAILING NOTES: »T REX TRANSCEND RAILINGS ARE DESIGNED TO BE INSTALLED OVER THE DECKING FRAME OR ON INSIDE OF RIM JOIST. NOTCHING OF PRESSURE-TREATED POSTS OR POSTS INSTALLED ON OUTSIDE OF RIM JOIST IS NOT ALLOWED. »A ll Trex Transcend railing lengths are manufactured at ON CENTER dimensions (spanning from center of each post): 67-5/8" (1718 mm) for 6' (1.83 m) on center, and 91-5/8" (2353 mm) for 8' (2.44 m) on center.
TREX TRANSCEND RAILING CONFIGURATIONS Note: See specific installation instructions for attachment of Trex post mounts or Trex Joist Mount Posts prior to installing any railing. Cutting post sleeves is NOT required. A. Pressure-treated post/Trex post sleeve, Trex post mount/Trex post sleeve*, or Joist Mount Post/Trex post sleeve* (INSIDE MOUNT ONLY) B. C rown rail C. Universal bottom D. Trex balusters See page 65 for “How to Install Standard Railing”.
HOW TO INSTALL STANDARD RAILING TREX TRANSCEND Installing Railing Support Brackets (RSBs) Option 1: Without Trex Express railing template 3a 3b 2 1 35-1/16\ 35-1/16" (891 (89.1mm) cm) or 41-1/16" 41-1/16\ (1043 mm) 5-1/2" (140 mm) 3 Read all instructions BEFORE installation. Important: Post sleeves are NOT to be cut for this design style. Installing PressureTreated Posts 1 » Posts are to be installed 2" x 8" (51 mm x 6' (1.83 m) or 8' 1" (25 mm) min. 203 mm) min. (2.
HOW TO INSTALL STANDARD RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND Cutting Railings and Baluster Spacers 4 5 4. Measure between posts and cut rails to same length. 5. Cut baluster spacers the same length as rails, equally spaced, so holes line up. NOTES: » If using optional rail gaskets, subtract 1/16" (1.6 mm) from each end. » Attach baluster spacers to railing before cutting to allow for cleaner cut and less work.
HOW TO INSTALL STANDARD RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND 11. Slide baluster spacer up and snap into top rail. Place optional top rail gaskets on each end of rail. Option 11 2 Attaching Post Caps and Installing Foot Blocks 12 2 12. Secure post caps with silicone or PVC adhesive. Attach foot block per foot block instructions. 2 1 NOTE: Clean up any excess adhesive before it dries. 3 HOW TO INSTALL COCKTAIL RAILING TREX TRANSCEND 2.
HOW TO INSTALL COCKTAIL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND 9 Optional 11. Attaching Balusters See instructions on page 66 for standard balusters and page 69 for aluminum balusters. 11 9. Use scarf cut for posts w here two deck boards meet. 12. Slide baluster spacers up and snap into universal rails. NOTES: » If necessary, cut tips off rail gaskets prior to installation. » Leave 1/8" (3 mm) gap between deck boards. » Deck boards can overhang end of last post maximum 1/2" (13 mm). 13.
HOW TO INSTALL TRADITIONAL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND 9. Pre-drill a pilot hole and toenail 2-1/2" (64 mm) composite decking screw (not provided) at each end of 2" x 4" (51 mm x 102 mm) into post on back side of rail (side 2 not facing decking). 12 9 Optional 1 1 3 10. Placing Baluster Spacers See instructions on page 66. 11. A ttaching Balusters See page 66 for standard baluster and instructions below for aluminum balusters. 12. Slide baluster spacer up and snap into universal rail.
HOW TO INSTALL ROUND OR SQUARE ALUMINUM BALUSTERS/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND 10. Snap baluster spacer into bottom rail. Place inverted baluster spacer on top of first baluster spacer. 10 12. Slide baluster spacer up and snap into top rail. Place optional top rail gaskets on each end of rail. 12 2 Attaching Balusters 11. Working at slight 11 angle, press baluster through both baluster 2 spacers and into bottom aluminum baluster adaptor strip, ensuring balusters are tight.
HOW TO INSTALL STANDARD GLASS PANEL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND TEMPERED GLASS PANEL DIMENSIONS » 36" (914 mm) high rail: 1/4" x 30" x 63-1/2" max. (6 mm x 762 mm x 1613 mm) Attaching Top (Crown) Rail 9 1 1 9. Place top rail over RSB brackets and glass panel. Attach top rail to RSB with three x2 x2 2 self-tapping screws Hole RSB provided (use three 2 2 outer holes; do not use hole in RSB that is closest to post). If two hole bracket is included, attach with two self-tapping screws (provided).
HOW TO INSTALL COCKTAIL STYLE GLASS PANEL RAILING TREX TRANSCEND 4. Cutting Railings See instructions on page 66. 5. Attaching Foot Block to Bottom Rail See instructions on page 66. 6. Attaching Bottom Rail (Universal Rail) See instructions on page 66. 7-8. Attaching Weatherstripping and Positioning Panel See instructions on page 71. NOTES: Read all instructions BEFORE installation. » You must purchase the 1/4" (6 mm) tempered glass panels. See dimensions below.
HOW TO ATTACH COCKTAIL STYLE GLASS PANEL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND 12. Secure deck board to Universal rail with 2" (51 mm) pan head screws (not provided) approximately every 16" (406 mm) on center at an angle. (DO NOT overtighten. Attach from underside of railing into bottom of decking board.) 12 13. Place inverted Universal 13 rail with deck board 1 attached onto RSB’s 1 with glass panel in the channel.
HOW TO ATTACH TRADITIONAL STYLE GLASS PANEL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND 1. Installing Pressure-Treated Posts See instructions on page 65. 11 12 2. Installing Post Sleeve Skirts and Post Sleeves See instructions on page 65. 3. Installing Railing Support Brackets (RSBs) See instructions on page 65. 4. Cutting Railings See instructions on page 66. 5. Attaching Foot Block to Bottom Rail See instructions on page 66. 6. . Attaching Bottom Rail (Universal Rail) See instructions on page 66. 7-8.
HOW TO INSTALL ON-AN-ANGLE RAILING TREX TRANSCEND (CROWN AND UNIVERSAL RAILING) NOTE: Trex railing brackets are designed to be installed up to a 45° angle. 4x4 6x6 NOTES: » Small angles (1° - 30°). Both 4" x 4" (102 mm x 102 mm) or 6" x 6" (152 mm x 152 mm) post sleeves work well. » Large angles (31° - 45°). USE ONLY 6" x 6" (152 mm x 152 mm) post sleeves when installing on flat side. » 45° angles using 4" x 4" (102 mm x 102 mm) post sleeves MUST use Transcend Bird’s Mouth brackets.
HOW TO INSTALL CROWN AND UNIVERSAL BIRD'S MOUTH RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND Measuring and Cutting Rails Installing Railings to RSB's 4 6 6. Attach with self-tapping screws (provided). 4. Measure from corner-to-corner between posts. Mark 45° cuts on rails with template on assembly tool. Center of “V’s" is the distance from corner-to-corner for posts. NOTE: Subtract 1/16" (1.6 mm) from each end to accommodate rail gaskets. Attaching Top and Bottom RSBs 5 5.
HOW TO INSTALL CROWN AND UNIVERSAL STAIR RAILING TREX TRANSCEND® Read all instructions BEFORE installation. NOTE: All Transcend railings and gaskets ONLY work with stair slopes of 32°-37°. Installing Posts, Post Sleeve Skirts, and Post Sleeves for Stair Rails 1 1. Install posts, post sleeve skirts, and post sleeves according to standard Transcend railing instructions. See page 65.
HOW TO INSTALL CROWN AND UNIVERSAL STAIR RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND® Attaching Bottom (Universal) Stair Rail 7 11 11. Lift bottom stair rail so RSB’s are in the channel and attach with 3 self-tapping screws provided. Use the three outer holes in RSB to attach screws. Tip: Deckboard can be placed underneath bottom stair rail to help hold rail firmly in place while attaching. 7. M ark both posts on inside channel of the bottom stair rail. Remove bottom stair rail. 8.
HOW TO INSTALL CROWN AND UNIVERSAL STAIR RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND® 15 Attaching RSB’s for Top Stair Rail 18 2 2 1 2 1 2 1 1 15. S nap baluster spacer into top stair rail. Position top stair rail onto balusters, ensuring balusters are fully seated in rail (position to side of post), and ENSURE that balusters are spaced evenly AND parallel with post. Also allow for a minimum of 1-1/2" (292 mm) at each end of the stair rail for bracket placement and baluster clearance. 18.
HOW TO INSTALL CROWN AND UNIVERSAL STAIR RAILING/CONTINUED TREX TRANSCEND® 21. For LOWER post install RSB FLAT SIDE UP BELOW MARKED LINE, using two wood screws provided. Take second RSB, turn upside down and interlock into bracket. 21 2 24. S lide baluster spacer up and snap into top rail. 24 Attaching Optional Gaskets Universal Rail Stair Gasket Locations 1 3 Installing Inverted Top Baluster Spacer and Placing Balusters 25.
TREX® SIGNATURE™ RAILING NOTES: »T REX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS CANNOT BE USED WITH TREX® SIGNATURE™ TRADITIONAL OR TREX® SIGNATURE™ COCKTAIL DESIGNS, ONLY PRESSURE-TREATED POSTS/POST SLEEVES CAN BE USED. REFER TO DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR MORE INFORMATION. » TREX® SIGNATURE™ RAILINGS ARE DESIGNED TO BE ATTACHED WITH POSTS INSTALLED AT A CLEAR SPAN OF 6' (1.83 M) OR 8' (2.44 M). » I F INSTALLING AT EXACT SPAN LENGTHS OF 6' (1.83 M) OR 8' (2.
INSTALLING TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND/OR TREX® SIGNATURE™ CROSSOVER POSTS ON WOOD OR CONCRETE IMPORTANT NOTES: » EACH POST MUST BE ATTACHED AS SHOWN TO ENSURE A CODECOMPLIANT AND SAFE INSTALLATION. » TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS CANNOT BE USED WITH TREX® SIGNATURE™ TRADITIONAL OR TREX® SIGNATURE™ COCKTAIL DESIGNS, ONLY PRESSURE-TREATED POST/POST SLEEVES CAN BE USED. REFER TO DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR MORE INFORMATION.
INSTALLING TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND/OR TREX® SIGNATURE™ CROSSOVER POSTS ON WOOD OR CONCRETE/CONTINUED NOTES: » Metal backplate is only required for 2.5" (64 mm) post in IRC installations. (Consult local code official for more information.) 5 INSTALLING PRESSURE-TREATED POSTS, POST SLEEVES, AND SKIRTS TO USE WITH TREX® SIGNATURE™ RAILING 1 1. Attach posts using 1/2" (13 mm) carriage bolts. » Minimum joist size is 2" x 8" (51 mm x 203 mm). » Top bolts must be 1" (25 mm) from top of joists.
INSTALLING TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND/OR TREX® SIGNATURE™ CROSSOVER POSTS ON WOOD OR CONCRETE/CONTINUED 3 3. Insert (2) stainless steel barrier strips under mounting bolt holes. Use appropriate shims if posts are not plumb. Attach posts using four TREX SUPPLIED 3/8" x 3-3/4" (10 mm x 95 mm) wedge anchors. Reference SKU part number ALPOSTHWCONC for required hardware (wedge anchors, washers, and nuts).
BRACKET HARDWARE – HORIZONTAL APPLICATIONS (INCLUDING HORIZONTAL SWIVEL BRACKETS) TREX® SIGNATURE™ HORIZONTAL RAILING HARDWARE AA. Lower rail bracket BB. Lower rail bracket cover CC. U pper rail bracket cover DD. Upper rail bracket AA BB CC DD FOOT BLOCK COMPONENTS EE. Foot block base FF. F oot block support FF EE HORIZONTAL SWIVEL HARDWARE GG. Swivel base HH. Horizontal swivel bracket top rail II. Horizontal swivel bracket top rail cover JJ.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD NOTE: FOR EASE OF INSTALLATION, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU USE THE TREX® SIGNATURE™ RAIL TEMPLATES TO ATTACH BRACKETS (SOLD SEPARATELY). Attach Brackets Using Trex® Signature™ Posts TIP: Use a clamp to help hold brackets in place while fastening with screws. 1. Measure 1-3/8" (3.5 cm) from top of post base plate or 1-7/8" (4.8 cm) from decking surface. Mark with light line. 1 2 3 33-7/16" (84.9 cm) or 39-7/16" (100.2 cm) 1-3/8" (3.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING POST TO POST TREX® SIGNATURE™ NOTES: » TREX® SIGNATURE™ RAILINGS ARE DESIGNED TO BE ATTACHED WITH POSTS INSTALLED AT A CLEAR SPAN OF 6' (1.83 M) OR 8' (2.44 M). » IF INSTALLING AT EXACT SPAN LENGTHS OF 6' (1.83 M) OR 8' (2.44 M), AND USING POST-TO-POST CONFIGURATION, THE BOTTOM RAIL WILL NOT NEED TO BE CUT, BUT THE TOP RAIL WILL NEED TO BE MEASURED (MAKING SURE BALUSTERS LINE UP VERTICALLY) AND CUT.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING POST TO POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Cutting Top Rail KEY KEY Mark Cut 5 post ndard Attaching Center Baluster to Bottom Rail Center balluster slot 8 post ndard Sta Sta Top rail 1/4" (0.6 cm) Inverted Bottom view 1/4" (0.6 cm) 5. Cut each end of top rail 1/4" (0.6 cm) shorter than mark to allow for fit into top rail brackets. 2 1 8. Attach shorter, center baluster in center slot in bottom rail using two #8 x 1-1/4" (3.2 cm) screws (provided).
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING POST TO POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Attach Upper Railings 10 13 11 1/2" (1.3 cm) 2 2 1 7/64" (.28 cm) 1 1 1 2 10. Set bottom rail into bottom brackets. Tabs on brackets will be inside of bottom rail (not shown when railing is attached). To ensure fit into tab, measure and mark 1/2" (1.3 cm) out from side of post. 11.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING POST TO POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Attachment of Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps 16 17 1 19 18 1 Trex® Signature™ post 2 Trex® Signature™ post Post sleeve 1 1 2 2 3 16. Attach corresponding bracket covers over opening in upper and bottom rails. 17. Attach provided post skirt to bottom of posts when using Trex® Signature™ posts. 18. Attach post caps to Trex® Signature™ posts. (Use of rubber .mallet may be required for secure attachment.) 19.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING POST TO CROSSOVER POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Cutting Bottom Rail and Bottom Rail Cover ONLY KEY KEY Mark Cut 2 Cutting Top Rail KEY KEY Mark Cut 5 st rd po st po over Cross a Stand Bottom rail Top rail 1/4" (0.6 cm) 1/4" (0.6 cm) 1/4" (0.6 cm) 2. Cut each end of bottom rail 1/4" (0.6 cm) shorter than mark on each end to allow for fit into bottom rail brackets. 3 3/4" (1.9 cm) 5. Top rail must be cut differently on each side of the rail.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING POST TO CROSSOVER POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Attaching Center Baluster to Bottom Rail Center balluster slot 8 10 11 1/2" (1.3 cm) 2 Inverted Bottom view 2 1 7/64" (.28 cm) 1 2 1 10. Set bottom rail into bottom brackets. Tabs on brackets will be inside of bottom rail (not shown when railing is attached). To ensure fit into tab, measure and mark 1/2" (1.3 cm) out from side of post. 11.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING POST TO CROSSOVER POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Attach Upper Railings 13 16 1 2 1 1 2 1 16. Attach “crowned" upper rail cover to upper rail by aligning cover on one side of rail. Then starting from one end of rail, snap cover onto opposing slot working down length of rail. In some cases, GENTLE tapping with a rubber mallet may facilitate fastening. Attachment of Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps 17 18 1 Trex® Signature™ post 1 13.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING POST TO CROSSOVER POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ 21. For crossover post configuration, attach crossover post cap to crossover post. 21 22. Attachment of Foot Block See instructions on page 104. HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING CROSSOVER POST TO CROSSOVER POST TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD NOTES: » TREX® SIGNATURE™ RAILINGS ARE DESIGNED TO BE ATTACHED WITH POSTS INSTALLED AT A CLEAR SPAN OF 6' (1.83 M) OR 8' (2.44 M).
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING CROSSOVER POST TO CROSSOVER POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Cutting Bottom Rail and Bottom Rail Cover ONLY KEY KEY Mark Cut 2 Cutting Top Rail KEY KEY Mark Cut 5 st po over Cross Top rail Bottom rail 1/4" (0.6 cm) st po over Cross 3/4" (1.9 cm) 1/4" (0.6 cm) 2. Cut each end of bottom rail 1/4" (0.6 cm) shorter than mark on each end to allow for fit into bottom rail brackets. 3 3/4" (1.9 cm) 5. Cut each end of top rail 3/4" (1.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING CROSSOVER POST TO CROSSOVER POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ 10 Attaching Center Baluster to Bottom Rail Center balluster slot 8 11 1/2" (1.3 cm) 2 2 1 7/64" (.28 cm) 1 10. Set bottom rail into bottom brackets. Tabs on brackets will be inside of bottom rail (not shown when railing is attached). To ensure fit into tab, measure and mark 1/2" (1.3 cm) out from side of post. 11.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING CROSSOVER POST TO CROSSOVER POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Attach Upper Railings 13 15 1 2 1 1 2 3 13. W orking from one end of upper rail, snap balusters into upper rail working down length of rail. Fasten center baluster into center slot using two #8 x 1-1/4" (3.2 cm) screws (provided). 15. Attach “crowned" upper rail cover to upper rail by aligning cover on one side of rail.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® SIGNATURE™ COCKTAIL RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™ Cutting Post and Post Sleeve 2. Mark and cut post and post sleeve measuring from deck surface: » 36-1/32" (915 mm) for 36" (914 mm) height. » 42-1/32" (1068 mm) for 42" (1067 mm) height. 2 36-1/32" (915 mm) or 42-1/32" (1068 mm) 3. Installing Horizontal Fixed Brackets See instructions on page 86. IMPORTANT NOTE: »O NLY for use with pressure-treated 4 x 4 post (3.5" nominal square) and 4" x 4" (102 mm x 102 mm) post sleeve.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® SIGNATURE™ COCKTAIL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ 12. Secure boards to top rail using Trex® Signature™ Cocktail Bracket (sold separately). Ensure that there is a bracket at each end of the railing section, then space brackets approximately every 24" and attach with 4 screws provided. 12 13 13. Use scarf cut for posts where two deck boards meet. 1 2 NOTES: » Leave 1/8" (3 mm) gap between deck boards. » Deck boards can overhang end of last post maximum 1/2" (13 mm). 14.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® SIGNATURE™ TRADITIONAL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ 11. Place 2" x 4" (51 mm x 102 mm) on Trex® Signature™ top rail. 12. Secure 2" x 4" (51 mm x 102 mm) to top rail using Trex® Signature™ Cocktail Bracket (sold separately). Ensure that there is a bracket at each end of the railing section, then space brackets approximately every 24" and attach with 4 screws provided. 11 13. Pre-drill and toenail 2-1/2" (6.4 cm) approved deck screw at each end of 2" x 4" (5.1 cm x 10.
INSTALLATION OF HORIZONTAL SWIVEL BRACKETS TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD Attach Swivel Brackets Base Using Trex® Signature™ Posts Attach Swivel Brackets Using Pressure-treated Posts and Post Sleeves TIP: Use a clamp to help hold brackets in place while fastening with screws. TIP: Use a clamp to help hold brackets in place while fastening with screws 1. Measure 1-3/8" (3.5 cm) from top of post base plate or 1-7/8" (4.8 cm) from decking surface. Mark with light line. 1 2 1 1-3/8" (3.
INSTALLATION OF HORIZONTAL SWIVEL RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD NOTES: » WHEN USING TREX® SIGNATURE™ HORIZONTAL SWIVEL BRACKETS, BOTH BOTTOM AND TOP RAILS WILL NEED TO BE MEASURED AND CUT TO APPROPRIATE LENGTHS. Cutting Bottom Rail and Bottom Rail Cover 2 » HORIZONTAL SWIVEL BRACKETS CAN BE USED UP TO A 50° ANGLE FOR TREX® SIGNATURE™ RAILINGS. » WHEN USING HORIZONTAL SWIVEL BRACKETS VERY IMPORTANT TO LAY OUT LOCATION AND ORIENTATION OF POSTS AND SWIVEL BRACKETS BEFORE INSTALLING SWIVEL BRACKETS.
INSTALLATION OF HORIZONTAL SWIVEL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD Cutting Top Rail Option 1: Cutting Top Rail Insert and Cover 6 For Post-to-Post Configuration 5a KEY KEY Mark Cut st rd po a Stand st rd po a Stand Top rail Top rail 3/4" (1.9 cm) 1/4" (0.6 cm) 3/4" (1.9 cm) 1/4" (0.6 cm) 5a. C ut top rail to the measurement between the top swivel brackets. For standard post-to-standard post configurations this would be same dimensions as that of the bottom rail. 6.
HOW TO INSTALL FOOT BLOCKS–HORIZONTAL RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™ Attachment of Foot Block (Required ONLY for All Clear Span Applications Over 6' [1.83 m]) 1 1 2 1. To ensure correct location, place foot block under center of bottom rail. Mark to provide placement location of base. 2. Place base (smaller side facing down) on decking surface. Attach base of foot block using one screw at an angle through base and into decking. 2 NOTE: Pre-drilling is recommended (1/8" [0.
BRACKET HARDWARE – STAIR APPLICATIONS (INCLUDING STAIR SWIVEL BRACKETS, STAIR CROSSOVER BRACKET, AND COMPOUND SWIVEL BRACKETS) TREX® SIGNATURE™ FIXED BRACKET – STAIR HARDWARE AA. Bottom Stair Bracket and Cover – Lower Rail BB. Top Stair Bracket and Cover – Lower Rail CC. Fastener Pack DD. Bottom Stair Bracket and Cover – Upper Rail EE. Top Stair Bracket and Cover – Upper Rail DD AA EE BB SWIVEL BRACKET – STAIR HARDWARE FF FF. Swivel Top Rail Bracket and Cover – Stair GG.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® SIGNATURE™ STAIR POSTS AND STAIR RAILING TREX ® SIGNATURE™ RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™ 106 IMPORTANT NOTES: » TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS CANNOT BE USED WITH TREX® SIGNATURE™ TRADITIONAL OR TREX® SIGNATURE™ COCKTAIL STAIR DESIGNS, ONLY PRESSURE-TREATED POST/POST SLEEVES CAN BE USED. REFER TO DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR MORE INFORMATION. » All Trex® Signature™ stair installations require the use of 53" (134.6 CM) stair post, measured and cut to appropriate length if required.
ATTACHING FIXED STAIR BRACKETS AND RAILS TO TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND PRESSURE-TREATED POST AND POST SLEEVES TREX® SIGNATURE™ NOTES: » All Trex® Signature™ fixed stair brackets work ONLY with stair slopes of 32°-37°. » Illustrations shown are representations when using Trex® Signature™ post, but same rules apply if using pressure-treated posts and post sleeves. » Use a clamp to help hold stair brackets in place while fastening with screws.
ATTACHING FIXED STAIR BRACKETS AND RAILS TO TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND PRESSURE-TREATED POST AND POST SLEEVES/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ 5 8 2 1 3 5. Attach “flat" bottom stair rail cover to bottom stair rail. Align cover on one side of the bottom rail in slot on side of rail. Then starting from one end of rail snap cover onto opposing slot working down the length of the rail. In some cases, GENTLE tapping with a rubber mallet may facilitate fastening. 6 8.
ATTACHING FIXED STAIR BRACKETS AND RAILS TO TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND PRESSURE-TREATED POST AND POST SLEEVES/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Measuring Upper Stair Rail Top stair post 11 Bottom stair post 13. Mark and cut top rail cover same length as top rail for all top rail configurations. 13 14 2 1 11. On top stair post location, mark UNDERSIDE of upper rail. On bottom stair post location mark TOPSIDE of upper rail at angled intersection inside the bracket.
ATTACHING FIXED STAIR BRACKETS AND RAILS TO TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND PRESSURE-TREATED POST AND POST SLEEVES/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Attaching Upper Stair Rails 16. Working from one end of upper stair rail, snap balusters into upper stair rail working down length of rail. 21 20 16 2 Post sleeve Trex® Signature™ post 1 3 17. A ttach top stair rail to top stair bracket (all types) using two self-tapping screws (provided) on each side of stair bracket. 20.
ATTACHING STAIR SWIVEL/COMPOUND SWIVEL BRACKETS AND RAILS TO TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND PRESSURE-TREATED POST AND POST SLEEVES TREX® SIGNATURE™ NOTES: » Illustrations shown are representations when using Trex® Signature™ post, but same rules apply if using pressure-treated posts and post sleeves. » Use a clamp to help hold stair brackets in place while fastening with screws. IMPORTANT NOTE: » BEFORE ATTACHING ANY UPPER BRACKETS, MAKE SURE PROPER RAILING HEIGHTS ARE ACHIEVED.
ATTACHING STAIR SWIVEL/COMPOUND SWIVEL BRACKETS AND RAILS TO TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND PRESSURE-TREATED POST AND POST SLEEVES/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ 5 8 2 1 3 5. Attach “flat" bottom stair rail cover to bottom stair rail. Align cover on one side of the bottom rail in slot on side of rail. Then starting from one end of rail snap cover onto opposing slot working down the length of the rail. In some cases, GENTLE tapping with a rubber mallet may facilitate fastening. 6 8.
ATTACHING STAIR SWIVEL/COMPOUND SWIVEL BRACKETS AND RAILS TO TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND PRESSURE-TREATED POST AND POST SLEEVES/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Mounting Holes 11 14 2 1 1 2 11. Remove upper stair rail from balusters and center upper stair swivel bracket on post above the marked line and attach using four self-tapping screws (provided). 12 Standard post 3 14. Attach “crowned" upper stair rail cover to upper stair rail by aligning cover on one side of rail.
ATTACHING STAIR SWIVEL/COMPOUND SWIVEL BRACKETS AND RAILS TO TREX® SIGNATURE™ POSTS AND PRESSURE-TREATED POST AND POST SLEEVES/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Attachment of Stair Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps 18 19 2 Trex® Signature™ post 2 Trex® Signature™ post 1 1 21 20 Post sleeve 1 3 4 2 3 18. Attach corresponding bracket covers over opening in upper and bottom rails. 19. Attach provided post skirt to bottom of posts when using Trex® Signature™ posts. 20.
ATTACHING CROSSOVER SWIVEL BRACKET ON TREX® SIGNATURE™ POST/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ 6 X° 8 2 1 6. D etermine location/height of the stair crossover swivel bracket by aligning the angle of this with the fixed brackets (or compound swivel brackets) already installed (posts can be cut if necessary). 8. A ttach stair crossover swivel bracket to post with two self-tapping screws (provided). Slide cover over post to hide screws. 7 1/4" (0.6 cm) 7.
ATTACHING STAIR RAILS IN CROSSOVER POST APPLICATIONS TREX® SIGNATURE™ Cutting Top Stair Rail and Insert For Stair Post-to-Stair Crossover Post Configuration Cutting Top Stair Rail and Rail Insert For Stair Crossover Post-to-Stair Crossover Post Configuration When Using Fixed Stair Brackets: 10 KEY KEY Mark Cut 9a post ndard st po over st po over Sta post over Cross KEY KEY Mark Cut Cross Cross Top stair rail Top stair rail 1/4" (0.6 cm) 9a.
ATTACHING STAIR RAILS IN CROSSOVER POST APPLICATIONS/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Installing Balusters into Bottom Stair Rail 13 16 17 Trex® Signature™ post 2 1 1 13. Place balusters into holes in lower stair rail by snapping fully into place. In some cases, GENTLE tapping with a rubber mallet may facilitate fastening. Attachment of Stair Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps Attaching Upper Stair Rails 14.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® SIGNATURE™ COCKTAIL STAIR RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™ Cutting Top Stair Rail, Rail Insert and Cover When using Fixed Stair Brackets KEY KEY Mark Cut 5a st rd po a Stand st rd po a Stand Top stair rail 1/4" (0.6 cm) IMPORTANT NOTES: » Only for use with pressure-treated 4 x 4 post (3.5" nominal square) and 4" x 4" (102 mm x 102 mm) post sleeve. Trex® Signature™ posts, Trex post mounts or joist mount posts cannot be used with Trex® Signature™ Cocktail stair railing.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® SIGNATURE™ COCKTAIL STAIR RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™/CONTINUED Cutting Post and Post Sleeve and Attaching Deck Board to Top Rail 8. Cut post and post sleeves at proper angle so these are flush with the top of the top brackets and/or top rail cover. BE CAREFUL NOT to CUT brackets. 11. Use scarf cut for posts where two deck boards meet. 8 NOTES: » Leave 1/8" (3 mm) gap between deck boards. » Deck boards can overhang end of last post maximum 1/2" (13 mm).
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® SIGNATURE™ TRADITIONAL STAIR RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™ Installing Balusters into Bottom Stair Rail 8. See instructions on page 109 for fixed stair brackets or page 113 for swivel stair brackets. Attaching Upper Stair Rails 9. See instructions on page 110 for fixed stair brackets or page 113 for swivel stair brackets. Attaching 2"x 4" to Top Rail 10 IMPORTANT NOTE: » Only for use with pressure-treated 4 x 4 post (3.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® SIGNATURE™ TRADITIONAL STAIR RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™/CONTINUED 11. P lace 2" x 4" (51 mm x 102 mm) on Trex® Signature™ top stair rail. 11 12. Secure 2" x 4" (51 mm x 102 mm) to top rail using Trex® Signature™ Cocktail Bracket (sold separately). Ensure that there is a bracket at each end of the railing section, then space brackets approximately every 24" and attach with 4 screws provided. 12 13. P re-drill a pilot hole and toenail 2-1/2" (6.
HOW TO INSTALL ALUMINUM GATE 5 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1. Measure opening between posts (gates can be customized to fit nearly any opening up to 48" [1219 mm] wide). 2. Subtract 1-7/8" (48 mm) from above measurement. This will allow for proper gapping and location of gate. NOTE: If widths do fall on a baluster, cut baluster flush at top and bottom prior to cutting panel. 6 1 3 5. Adjust posts so that cut marks do not fall on a baluster.
HOW TO INSTALL ALUMINUM GATE/CONTINUED 10 8 4" max (102 mm) 10. Place gate in opening on blocks. Sweep between bottom of gate and top of deck cannot exceed 4" (102 mm) per IRC/IBC code regulations. Ensure bottom gate posts will be high enough to clear skirts on bottom of deck posts. 11. Make sure posts are plumb 11 1 and gate is level. Attach longer side of hinges to post using appropriate hardware for type of post installed. Install hinge cover. 8.
TREX® SIGNATURE™ PANELS NOTES: » TREX® SIGNATURE™ RAILINGS ARE DESIGNED TO BE ATTACHED WITH POSTS INSTALLED AT A CLEAR SPAN OF 6' (1.83 M) OR 8' (2.44 M). » IF INSTALLING AT EXACT SPAN LENGTHS OF 6' (1.83 M) OR 8' (2.44 M), AND USING POST-TO-POST CONFIGURATION, THE BOTTOM RAIL WILL NOT NEED TO BE CUT, BUT THE TOP RAIL WILL NEED TO BE MEASURED AND CUT. » IF INSTALLING AT EXACT SPAN LENGTHS OF 6' (1.83 M) OR 8' (2.
BRACKET HARDWARE – HORIZONTAL APPLICATIONS (INCLUDING HORIZONTAL SWIVEL BRACKETS) TREX® SIGNATURE™ HORIZONTAL RAILING HARDWARE AA. L ower rail bracket BB. Lower rail bracket cover CC. Upper rail bracket cover DD. Upper rail bracket AA BB CC DD FOOT BLOCK COMPONENTS EE. F oot block base FF. Foot block support FF EE HORIZONTAL SWIVEL HARDWARE GG. HH. II. JJ. KK. LL.
HOW TO INSTALL PANELS TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD NOTE: FOR EASE OF INSTALLATION, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU USE THE TREX® SIGNATURE™ RAIL TEMPLATES TO ATTACH BRACKETS (SOLD SEPARATELY). Attach Brackets Using Trex® Signature™ Posts TIP: Use a clamp to help hold brackets in place while fastening with screws. 1. Measure 1-3/8" (3.5 cm) from top of post base plate or 1-7/8" (4.8 cm) from decking surface. Mark with light line. 1 2 3 33-7/16" (84.9 cm) or 39-7/16" (100.2 cm) 1-3/8" (3.
HOW TO INSTALL PANELS/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ How to Measure and Cut Bottom and Top Railings of Trex® Signature™ Panel (When REQUIRED) 1 Cutting Top Rail Option 1: For Post-to-Post Configuration KEYKEY Mark Cut 3a Top rail ost ard p Stand ost ard p Stand 1/4" (6 mm) 1. Position panel between posts and align with bottom bracket. Align center baluster with middle of span between posts (this will allow for equal spacing between end balusters and each post).
HOW TO INSTALL PANELS/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ Cutting Top Rail Option 3: For Crossover Post-to-Crossover Post Configuration KEYKEY Mark Cut 3c If Installing Trex® Signature™ Panel Using Lower Bracket with Tab 6a Top rail ost over p Cross 6b ost over p Cross 3/4" (19 mm) 3/4" (19 mm) 6a. B reak or cut the bottom tab off the bottom brackets. 6b. P ut a dab of silicone in the basket of the bottom bracket to prevent rattle. 3c.
HOW TO INSTALL PANELS/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ 9 2 7/64" 1 (2.8 mm) 13 Trex® Signature™ post 1 13. Attach provided post skirt to bottom of posts when using Trex® Signature™ posts. 2 9. For post-to-post configuration, fasten upper rail to each bracket by installing screws diagonally through upper rail into bracket using two selftapping screws each side (provided with bracket kit). 10.
HOW TO INSTALL FOOT BLOCKS – PANELS TREX® SIGNATURE™ Attachment of Foot Block (Required ONLY for All Clear Span Applications Over 6' [1.83 m]) NOTE: Pre-drilling is recommended (1/8" [33 mm] drill bit) for attachment of base. 3. After attaching, use a rubber mallet along with scrap piece of wood to tap foot block until it locks into place. 1 1 3 1 2 TREX ® SIGNATURE™ RAILING 1. To ensure correct location, place foot block under center of bottom rail. Mark to provide placement location of base. 2.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD NOTES: » Adjust drill power to lowest setting that will drive screw. DO NOT OVER TORQUE 316 STAINLESS STEEL STAINLESS FASTENERS. » NEVER use impact tools on 316 Stainless Steel Fasteners. » Be careful inserting rods through intermediate vertical supports. Lay pieces on a flat, solid surface and insert as straight as possible to prevent scratching.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING BRACKETS TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD Attach Brackets Using Trex® Signature™ Posts Attach Brackets Using Pressure-Treated Posts and Post Sleeves TIP: Use a clamp to help hold brackets in place while fastening with screws. 1. Measure 1-3/8" (3.5 cm) from top of post base plate or 1-7/8" (4.8 cm) from decking surface. Mark with light line. 1 2 3 33-7/16" (84.9 cm) or 39-7/16" (100.2 cm) 1-3/8" (3.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD 4 Locating Vertical Holes on Bottom and Top Rails 8 " X- 1/2 1 4. Measure distance between posts (X), and subtract 1/2" for bracket clearance. 2 If installing crossover post configurations adjust top rail length: X + 3/4" if using one crossover post, or X + 1-1/2" if using two crossover posts. 8. Place HZ template at end of top and bottom rails. Pre-drill pilot holes (using a 7/64" bit or small punch) at locations.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD Over 6’ Rail Spans Cutting Rods to Length (When Required) 12 9b /8" X" + 3 /8" X" + 3 9b. Measure the distance between the vertical end holes on both top and bottom rails. Divide the distance into thirds and make two marks on top and bottom rails. NOTE: Maximum unsupported rod span is 32.25". Locating and Drilling Midspan Holes 12.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD 16 20 16. Slide all rods through intermediate supports and into end vertical support. NOTE: When inserting rods through intermediate supports, keep rods straight to avoid scratching. 17 1 20. Drop assembled rod rail panel into brackets. 1 1 22 21 2 2 2 17. Slide end vertical onto rods and attach to bottom rail using HZ spacer and screws provided. 7/64" (.28 cm) 1 7/64" 1 (.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD 24 Rod stiffener Attachment of Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps 26 27 1 Signature post 1 2 25 2 24. Place rod stiffener inside rail channel. 26 Attach corresponding bracket covers over opening in top and bottom rails. 27. Attach provided post skirt to bottom of posts when using Trex® Signature™ posts. 29 28 1 Signature post 2 Post sleeve 1 3 TREX ® SIGNATURE™ RAILING 25. Using a mallet, install top rail cover.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® SIGNATURE™ STAIR POSTS AND HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING STAIRS TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD TOOLS NEEDED 5/16” 5/16” (7.9 (7.9 mm) mm) drill drill bitbit 7/64” forfor stairs stairs 7/64” (2.8 (2.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING STAIRS/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD KEY KEY Mark Cut 2 Installing Upper Stair Brackets 5 Bottom stair rail 36" – 33-1/4" 42"– 39-1/4" 1/4" (0.6 cm) 1/4" (0.6 cm) 36" – 33-1/8" 42" – 39-1/8" Upper post Lower post 2. Cut each end of the bottom stair rail and bottom rail cover 1/4" (0.6 cm) shorter than the mark on each end to allow for fit into bottom stair rail brackets. NOTE: Railing does not need to be cut at angle.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING STAIRS/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD How to Mark, Cut and Place Top Stair Railing Measuring and Cutting Rods 11 8 8. Position top rail to side of post. Mark top stair rail at each location stated. On UPPER STAIR POST, mark from underside of bottom rail. On LOWER STAIR POST, mark from topside of bottom rail. KEY KEY Mark Cut 9 11. Using the long edge of the stair template, mark the location of the end verticals on the upper and lower rails.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING STAIRS/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD 17 Measuring and Cutting Verticals 14 17. Clamp top vertical (upper part of stairs) in place, using width of stair template to position. 14. Clamp first vertical (lower part of stairs) in place, using width of stair template to position. 18 15 18. .Mark angle cuts at top and bottom on all verticals. 15. Clamp middle vertical(s) in place. TREX ® SIGNATURE™ RAILING 16 140 19.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING STAIRS/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD 25 21 2 1 1 1 2 1 21. Using the slot on the HZ template, locate marked line and drill two 7/64" pilot holes at each mark (or mark with a punch). NOTE: Pilot holes will be drilled out larger in next step. 22. Using pilot holes (or marks), drill 5/16" holes for all vertical supports in both top and bottom rails. 25. Slide upper end vertical onto rods and attach to bottom rail using ST Wedge Spacer and screws provided.
HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING STAIRS/CONTINUED TREX® SIGNATURE™ STANDARD Final Installation Attachment of Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps 28 32 33 Signature Post 1 1 2 2 32. Attach corresponding bracket covers over opening in upper and bottom rails. 33. Attach provided post skirt to bottom of posts when using Trex® Signature™ posts. 28. Drop assembled stair rod rail panel into brackets. 29 30 34 35 2 2 Signature Post Post sleeve 1 2 3 29.
TREX SELECT RAILING NOTES: »A ll Trex Select Railing lengths are manufactured at ON CENTER dimensions (spanning from center of each post): 67-5/8" (176.8 cm) for 6' (1.83 m) on center, and 92-5/8" (235.3 cm) for 8' (2.44 m) on center. Note that railings are designed to be slightly longer that required to allow for very slight play in post placement – trimming may be required. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO MEASURE FIRST. » SEE PAGE 61 FOR SKU NUMBERS.
TREX SELECT RAILING RAILING CONFIGURATIONS Standard Cutting post sleeves is NOT required. A. Pressure-treated post or Trex post mounts* with Trex Transcend post sleeves, or Trex joist mount posts* B. S elect top rail C. Select bottom rail D. Select balusters See page 144 for “How to Install Standard Railing”. B A D C Cocktail B C A E D Traditional B C A E D Post sleeves WILL NEED TO BE CUT. A.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX SELECT RAILING/CONTINUED TREX SELECT Installing Pressure-Treated Posts » S elect Railing Kits are 1 designed for posts to be installed at maximum of 6' or 8' (1.83 m or 2" x 8" 2.44 m) ON CENTER (51 mm x 1" (25 mm) min. 203 mm) depending on the length min. being used. 5-1/8" (130 mm) min. NOTE: Smaller spans are allowed. » Attach posts using 1/2" (13 mm) carriage bolts. » Minimum joist size is 2" x 8" (51 mm x 203 mm). » Top bolts must be 1" (25 mm) from tops of joists.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX SELECT RAILING/CONTINUED TREX SELECT 6c 6d 6c. A ttach top rail to balusters, feeding each baluster into required slots. Start on one end and work towards the other. 6d. To help temporarily secure the railing section together, place a ratchet strap around the top and bottom rail and tighten until snug. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN AS YOU CAN BEND THE RAILING. Installing Railing Section to Posts 7b 7a 7c 7c.
HOW TO INSTALL COCKTAIL RAILING TREX SELECT Important: ONLY use for use with pressure-treated 4x4 post (3.5" nominal square) and 4" x 4" (102 mm x 102 mm) post sleeve. Trex Post Mounts or Joist Mount Posts cannot be used with Select Cocktail railing. Cutting Deck Board 6 6. C ut deck boards to appropriate length of railing span, remembering to include extra space on each side of the deck board to allow for attachment to the post.
HOW TO INSTALL COCKTAIL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX SELECT 9. Secure deck board to Select top rail with 3/4" screws provided approx. every 16" on center. Screws are to be installed inside of the baluster holes into the decking board. DO NOT overtighten. 9 NOTES: » A long drill bit will be required to fit inside the baluster holes. » If installing 8’ rail section and using Aluminum Rail Stiffener, predrilling will be required through the stiffener. 11.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX TRADITIONAL RAILING/CONTINUED TREX SELECT 7. Secure 2" x 4" (51 mm x 102 mm) to Select top rail with 3/4" screw provided approx. every 16" on center. Screws are to be installed inside of the baluster holes into the decking board. 7 10. Attaching 2x4 to Posts Pre-drill a pilot hole and toenail 2-1/2" (64 mm) screw at each end of 2" x 4" (51 mm x 102 mm) into post on back side of rail (side not facing decking). NOTES: » DO NOT overtighten.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX SELECT STAIR RAILING TREX SELECT Read all instructions BEFORE installation. IMPORTANT NOTE: POST TO POST SPAN WILL BE LESS THAN 6'. PRIOR TO INSTALLING POSTS, CALCULATE POST TO POST SPAN USING A MAXIMUM RAIL LENGTH OF 6' AND THE ANGLE (32°-37°) AT WHICH THE RAILS WILL BE INSTALLED. DO NOT INSTALL STAIR POSTS AT 6' SPAN, AS STAIR RAILINGS WILL THEN BE TOO SHORT. NOTE: All Select railings work ONLY WITH STAIR SLOPES OF 32° TO 37°.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX SELECT STAIR RAILING/CONTINUED TREX SELECT Attaching Foot Block to Bottom Stair Rail Lower Stair Post Locations 4. Invert the bottom stair rail. Center and drill a hole using a 3/16" (5 mm) drill bit. This will be location for foot block (to be installed last). 5d. Snap the bottom stair adaptor bracket (labeled BOTTOM) to the standard bracket. Repeat for remaining bracket. 4 Attachment of Brackets to Railings 5a.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX SELECT STAIR RAILING/CONTINUED TREX SELECT Attachment of Bottom Rail to Post 8a. Place top rail onto balusters, allowing the top rail to rest on the surface of the balusters. 6a SELECT RAILING 6a. Assemble a few of the balusters into the bottom and top railings (make sure balusters are setting at 90°) and set this on scrap material clearing the stair treads to determine where bracket locations need to be.
TREX® ALUMINUM ADA COMPLIANT HANDRAIL STAIR APPLICATION RAMP APPLICATION ADA Handrail Guidelines 1. ADA handrails can be installed using various design applications such as those for stairs, ramps, and horizontal applications. Designs include options for straight and 90° wall returns, 90° corners, and adjustable angles. Choose which is best for your needs before installing. Refer to railing profile page for a more detailed parts list.
ADA RAILING PROFILES » SEE PAGE 62 FOR SKU NUMBERS. DESCRIPTION ADA Handrail COLOR BK, BZ, WT DESCRIPTION ADA 90° Elbow* COLOR BK, BZ, WT 1.375" (34.9mm) Diameter *This component is designed for both inside corners and outside corners.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® ALUMINUM ADA COMPLIANT HANDRAIL 90° Wall Return 1. If required, cut railing to proper length based on location of wall return(s) or attachment to other components. 2. If desired, collar ring can be used to hide seam of wall return to rail. Slide over rail BEFORE inserting rail into wall return. 3. Slide rail onto wall return until it is fully inserted and seam is hidden under collar (if collar is being used). 4.
HOW TO INSTALL TREX® ALUMINUM ADA COMPLIANT HANDRAIL/CONTINUED Elbows (90°, 36°, 34°, 31°, 5°) 1. If required, cut railing to proper length based on location of elbows and other components being used. 2. If desired, collar ring can be used to hide seam of elbow to rail. Slide over rail BEFORE inserting rail into elbow. 3. Slide internal connector into rail end until metal spacer screw is touching either end of rail or the collar, if this was used. 4.
