HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING CROSSOVER POST TO CROSSOVER POST/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE ® How to Measure, Mark and Cut Bottom and Top Railings (When Required) 3
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Bottom rail
3/4" (1.9 cm)
3/4" (1.9 cm)
Bottom rail
Center slot for fixed baluster
Top rail
3. Slide rail insert out and cut 3/4" (1.9 cm) FROM EACH SIDE of insert, then slide back inside rail and center.
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Important: DO NOT cut top rail the same length as bottom rail.
4. Mark and cut bottom rail cover same length as bottom rail.
Bottom rail
1. Position bottom and top rails between posts and align with bottom bracket. Align the center baluster slot in both rails with the middle of the span between posts.* This will allow an equal number of baluster holes on each side of center slot. Mark bottom rail and top rail at each end (ensure both rails are centered between posts). * In some cases, due to odd railing spans, the center baluster may need to be offset in one direction to ensure there is enough room at both post locations for balusters to be placed. Review this BEFORE cutting any railings to ensure all balusters are equally spaced.
Bottom rail cover
Cutting Top Rail
KEY Mark Cut
KEY
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Cutting Bottom Rail and Bottom Rail Cover ONLY
Top rail
KEY Mark Cut
KEY
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3/4" (1.9 cm)
3/4" (1.9 cm)
Bottom rail
1/4" (0.6 cm)
5. Cut each end of top rail 3/4" (1.9 cm) LONGER than the mark to allow for fit into the crossover post bracket on each side.
1/4" (0.6 cm)
2. Cut each end of bottom rail 1/4" (0.6 cm) shorter than mark on each end to allow for fit into bottom rail brackets.
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