HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STANDARD RAILING TREX SIGNATURE ®
Cutting Railings and Covers
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5. C ut both bottom and top rail to length as determined in previous step.
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1. P repare a solid work surface area (plywood, deck surface, etc.).
Top rail
Bottom rail
How to Measure Bottom and Top Railings (When Required) 2. For Full Span Post to Post Applications – only top rail will need to be cut. 3. For Full Span Crossover to Crossover post Applications – no rails have to be cut, HOWEVER the location of the HZ Template on the top rail will need to be adjusted in 3/4" on each side of top rail to allow for proper placement of vertical supports.
Bottom rail cover
6. M ark and cut bottom rail cover same length as bottom rail for all bottom rail configurations.
7. M ark and cut top rail cover same length as top rail for all top rail configurations.
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Locating Vertical Holes on Bottom and Top Rails
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4. M easure distance between posts (X), and subtract 1/2" for bracket clearance.
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. Ensure that template is oriented correctly before drilling holes. NOTES: » Template is labeled for the type of bracket used. » Pilot holes will be drilled out larger in a later step. » F or Compound Swivel Brackets, set the rail in the bracket and mark 3.75" from the post .
If using swivel brackets, measure distance between brackets and cut railings to this distance.
138 NOTE: Construction methods are always improving. Please refer to www.trex.com for the most up-to-date installation requirements.
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