Installation Guide
Table Of Contents
- Please note:
- Tools:
- • Hacksaw or metal cutting saw
- • Drill
- • Drill bits 5/32”
- • Screwdriver
- • Measuring tape
- • Level
- Straight Railing Installation
- Step 1: Measure & Locate All Posts
- Step 2: Install bottom rail, bottom brackets and foot block(s).
- 1. Locate and install the foot block(s).
- 2. Cut bottom rail to fit between posts if necessary.
- 4. Insert the bottom rail into bottom bracket at both ends, then position the bottom rail between posts, secure the brackets on the post with 2 #10-1" screws.
- Note:
- The space between the bottom rail to the ground is 2.75", use a 2.75" high piece of wood as a temporary support.
- Pre-drill holes on the post to install the bracket.
- When cutting the bottom rail, subtract 5/16” from each mark and cut from both ends for even picket spacing.
- Note: The brackets should be spaced 29 1/4” apart for 36” tall railing and 35 1/4” apart for 42” tall railing.
- IMPORTANT: Do not snap in the last 4 spacers before installing the last 4 pickets.
- Insert last 4 pickets as group and adjust the picket distance, THEN snap in the spacers.
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Step 2: Install bottom rail, bottom brackets and foot block(s).
1. Locate and install the foot block(s).
2. Cut bottom rail to fit between posts if necessary.
3. Secure the 3-piece adjustable foot block into place. The middle part of the foot block
may be cut to adjust the height as necessary.
4. Insert the bottom rail into bottom bracket at both ends, then position the bottom rail
between posts, secure the brackets on the post with 2 #10-1" screws.