Trex® Full Installation Guide

TREX TRANSCEND ® HORIZONTAL RAILING

NOTES: » A S OF 2024 ALL TREX TRANSCEND RAILING LENGTHS ARE MANUFACTURED AT CLEAR SPAN DIMENSIONS. 72" FOR 6' CLEAR SPAN AND 96" FOR 8' CLEAR SPAN. ALL TREX SKUS THAT END IN "FS" ARE FULL SPAN RAILINGS (TOP/BOTTOM RAILS, INFILL KITS, COMPLETE KITS, BALUSTER SPACERS). » E NSURE TO VERIFY THE LENGTH OF YOUR RAILING BEFORE POST INSTALLATION!! » TREX 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. » Railings are designed to be slightly longer than required to allow for very slight play in post placement – some minimal trimming may be required. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO MEASURE FIRST. » U SE STANDARD DRILL WHEN INSTALLING BRACKETS TO POSTS AND BRACKETS TO RAILS. DO NOT USE IMPACT DRIVER. » Transcend Railings can be curved, however if curving Black or Vintage Lantern colors, different baluster spacers that are curvable must be purchased separately (not included in kits). NOTE: this does not apply for White or Rope Swing Colors. Call 1-800-BUY-TREX for more information. Care and Cleaning Maintaining the appearance of your Trex Transcend railing is important. Occasional washing is recommended. Over time your railing may show signs of weathering as a result of exposure to the elements. The frequency of cleaning will depend on the environment and exposure to various types of elements. » Clean railing with standard cleaning vinegar or mild soap and water. » For more detailed cleaning recommendations, please refer to the Trex Railing Care and Cleaning guide found on www.trex.com.

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PARTS

BALUSTER OPTIONS

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A

C

O

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D

**

I

F

Balusters (standard shown)

Standard

Round Aluminum

C

E

NOTE: Pictorial representations shown may only show one style of railing, while others may also be used. Review detailed instructions to determine what railing styles and combinations can be used.

K

J

*

H

B

DETERMINING BALUSTERS NEEDED

Per 6 ' CLEAR SPAN Section

Per 8 ' CLEAR SPAN Section

Per 6 ' OC Section

Per 8 ' OC Section

Baluster Type

A. Crown or Universal Rail B. Universal Rail C. Railing Support Bracket (RSB) D. TrexExpress™ Railing Assembly Template Cardboard template is attached to 4x4 x 39" post sleeve box. All other templates are included inside post sleeves E. Rail gaskets F. Balusters

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19

13

18

Standard (Horizontal Application) Round Aluminum (Horizontal Application)

16

21

15

20

NOTES: »  Basic installation for balusters is the same for all options. When using round aluminum balusters, use correct baluster spacers. »  If installing 42" (1067 mm) railing, use longer post sleeves and measure accordingly to ensure a proper cut. DO NOT CUT TO ACTUAL 42" LENGTH WITHOUT CONFIRMING WHAT STYLE OF RAILING YOU ARE INSTALLING. »  Ensure pressure-treated posts are installed at proper heights so when post sleeves are installed , both the PT post and post sleeve are flush at top. »  If using post mounts, refer to detailed instructions provided with post mounts for attaching these prior to installation of any railing type. Screws Supplied with RSB C1. W ood screw for attachment of RSB to wood post/composite sleeve C2. Self-drilling screw for attachment of RSB to rail C1 C2

G. Post sleeve cap* H. Post sleeve skirt* I. Post sleeve**

» Transcend 4x4 post sleeve » Transcend 6x6 post sleeve J. Adjustable foot block (quantity of one is required for all railing span lengths)*** K. Baluster spacer *Item not included in the Transcend railing kits. **Both 4" x 4" (102 mm x 102 mm) and 6" x 6" (152 mm x 152 mm) post sleeves are designed to fit over 4x4 pressure-treated post. *** F or commercial applications, spans over 6' will require two foot blocks. One will be included in kit, a second one will need to be purchased separately.

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