Trex® Full Installation Guide

HOW TO INSTALL TRADITIONAL STAIR RAILING/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE®

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Cutting Top Stair Rail and Rail Insert When Using Fixed Stair Brackets 8a. See instructions on page 105. Cutting Top Stair Rail and Rail Insert When Using Swivel Compound Stair Brackets and Measuring Upper Rail 8b . See instructions on page 109. Installing Balusters into Bottom Stair Rail When Using Fixed Stair 9a. See instructions on page 106 . Installing Balusters into Bottom Stair Rail When Using Swivel and Compound Swivel Brackets 9b. See instructions on page 109 . Attaching Upper Stair Rails When Using Fixed Stair Brackets 10a. See instructions on page 106. Attaching Upper Stair Rails When Using Swivel Compound Stair Brackets 10b. See instructions on page 109.

13. Secure 2 x 4 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.

NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended.

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14. Pre-drill a pilot hole and toenail 2-1/2" (6.4 cm) screw at each end of 2 x 4 into post on back side of rail (side not facing decking).

Attachment of Lower Stair Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps Fixed Bracket 15a. See instructions on page 106. Attachment of Lower Stair Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps Swivel or Compound Swivel Bracket 15b. See instructions on page 110.

Attaching 2 x 4 to Top Rail

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NOTE: Top Bracket Covers are not attached in this configuration .

11. Place 2 x 4 beside top rail. Mark and cut (both ends need to be cut on an angle for proper fit).

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12. Place 2 x 4 on Trex

Signature top stair rail.

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