Trex® Full Installation Guide

HOW TO INSTALL TRADITIONAL MESH STAIR RAILING TREX SIGNATURE ®

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5. Place 2 x 4 on top stair rail. 6. 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 2 and attach with 4 screws provided.

IMPORTANT NOTES: » Only for use with pressure-treated 4x4 post (3.5" nominal square) and 4x4 (102 mm x 102 mm) or 6x6 post sleeves, Trex Post Mounts or Trex Joist Mount Post WITH Trex post sleeves. Signature Joist Mount Posts cannot be used with Trex Signature Traditional railing. 1. Installing Pressure-Treated Posts, Post Sleeves, and Skirts See instructions on page 103. 2. Installing Brackets Follow previous stair instructions for the installation of desired brackets, making sure that all dimensions are calculated before installation, and ensuring deck board is placed in correct location.

NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended.

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

3. Follow all Stair Mesh instructions for the assembly of the stair mesh panel.

Attaching 2 x 4 to Top Rail

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4. 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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NOTE: Construction methods are always improving. Please refer to www.trex.com for the most up-to-date installation requirements.

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