Trex® Full Installation Guide

HOW TO INSTALL JOIST MOUNT POSTS ALL INSTRUCTIONS BELOW ARE FOR METAL POSTS ONLY; NO PRESSURE-TREATED POSTS ARE TO BE USED FOR THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

Joist Mount Post for Trex Composite Post Sleeve SKU CPJMNTPOST63 » (1) Joist Mount Post » (2) Guide blocks » (2) 10 x 1" (2.5 cm) Screws » (18) #8-15 x 1-1/4" (3.2 cm) Screws » (2) 1/2" x 8" Bolts, Washers, & Nuts * NOTE: If using 6x6 post sleeves, attach designated railing brackets using #8-15 x 1-3/4" (4.4cm) 316 stainless steel self- tapping screws (not provided). Pre-drilling IS REQUIRED when attaching brackets to designated posts. Use a 9/64" (3.6 mm) drill bit.

Trex Joist Mount Post for Trex Signature ® Railing SKU XXJMNTPOST63 XX denotes color: (BK-Black, BZ-Bronze, WT-White)

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» (1) Joist Mount Post » (2) 1/2" x 8" Bolts, Washers, & Nuts*

Simpson DTT2Z**

Simpson L70Z** (or similar)

Simpson ML26Z** (or similar)

Simpson LUS28Z** (or similar)

» (1) Post Cap » (1) Post Skirt

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* NOTE: bolt heads, washers, and nuts are color matched to joist mount post color

Trex Fascia Mount Corner Bracket Kit (Brackets, Bolts, Nuts, Washers, & Screws) SKU - XXCORNERFMNTWOOD

Trex Signature ® Fascia Mount Kit SKU - XXFMNTWOOD

XX denotes color BK-Black, BZ-Bronze, WT-White

GENERAL GUIDELINES

» Code-Approved Joist Mount Post Applications: - 30" or less deck height - Code approval not applicable - IRC Compliant - Yes - IBC Compliant - No » Minimum framing is 2 " x 8 " (51 mm x 203 mm). (Ensure all structural brackets are sized appropriately for framing.) » Follow all structural bracket manufacturer ' s guidelines for fastener selection and corrosion protection requirements. » Maximum OC framing is 16 " (406 mm). » This post is designed to cut-to-length and will accommodate up to 42 " (1067 mm) stair railing on 2 " x 12 " (51 mm x 305 mm) framing.

» Included template works for most, but not all, applications. Review instructions carefully prior to drilling holes, making sure to center holes on post. » **Simpson structural brackets are not included with joist mount posts and must be purchased separately.

HELPFUL TOOLS

9/16" x 6" (14 mm x 152 mm) or longer Drill Bit

1/2" (13 mm) Step Bit

Non-ferrous Metal Cutting Blade

Wood Frame (Inside Mount) Overview

Wood Frame (Fascia Mount) Overview

NOTES: » Trex fascia should be installed prior to installing any outside joist post mounts. » Can only be used with Trex Signature 6' or less railing spans .

NOTE: To allow fascia to sit flat against framing, route/trim out back side of fascia to allow for fit over bolt locations.

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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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