Trex Signature® Mesh Railing Installation Instructions

TREX SIGNATURE ® HORIZONTAL MESH RAILING Installation Instructions

NOTES: » TREX SIGNATURE MESH RAILINGS ARE DESIGNED TO BE ATTACHED WITH POSTS INSTALLED AT A MAXIMUM CLEAR SPAN OF 6' (1.83M) OR 8' (2.44M). » MUST USE TREX DECK MOUNT POST HARDWARE AND METAL PLATE WHEN ATTACHING SIGNATURE POSTS IN GUARDRAIL APPLICATIONS. » FOR FULL SPAN INSTALLATIONS, MESH WILL NOT NEED TO BE CUT WITH THE EXCEPTION OF 6' X 42". IF INSTALLING AT THIS SIZE, PURCHASE 8' X 42" MESH AND CUT TO THE PROPER LENGTH. » ALWAYS REFER TO YOUR LOCAL BUILDING CODE OFFICIAL PRIOR TO INSTALLING ANY RAILING SYSTEM TO ENSURE ALL CODE AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS ARE MET. TREX CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPROPER OR NON-RECOMMENDED INSTALLATIONS. » A FOOTBLOCK IS REQUIRED FOR ALL SPANS OF TREX SIGNATURE MESH RAIL. THUS THESE RAILING SPANS MUST BE INSTALLED OVER THE DECKING FRAME OR ON INSIDE OF RIM JOIST. » ENSURE THAT EACH MESH PANEL IS ORIENTED IN SAME DIRECTION FOR EACH SECTION PRIOR TO BEING INSTALLED. CURVED MESH INSTALLATION NOTES: » DESIGN AND FABRICATION FOR CURVED MESH RAILINGS MUST BE HANDLED BETWEEN TREX COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS (TCP) AND THE CONTRACTOR/CUSTOMER. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT TREX.COM OR CALL 1-800-BUY-TREX. » CURVED MESH RAILING MUST BE INSTALLED USING HORIZONTAL SWIVEL BRACKETS. » FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AS LISTED BELOW (WITH THE USE OF SWIVEL BRACKETS) FOR INSTALLATION OF CURVED MESH.

#8 x 5/8" L-Bracket

to Rail Screw

#8 x 1 1/4" Top Rail to Bracket Screw

#10 x 5/8" Bracket to Signature Post Screw

MESH DIMENSIONS CHART A B C 6' x 36" HZ 64" 32 3/8" 4" 8' x 36" HZ 88" 32 3/8" 4" 8' x 42" HZ 88" 38 3/8" 4" 8' x 42" ST 108 3/16" 36 3/16" 4"

#8–10 x 2" Bracket to Wood/Post Sleeve Screw

NOTE: IMAGE SHOWN HERE IS POST TO POST CONFIGURATION

Note: Mesh panel sizes listed in above table are stainless steel. Mesh is also available in compatible black carbon steel in the following sizes: 36" x 72", 36" x 96", 72" x 60"

N. Trex Signature post* - 36" (actual length 37" [94.0 cm]) - 42" (actual length 43" [109.2 cm]) or Trex 4" x 4" post sleeve**

A. Trex Signature Mesh top rail - 6' (actual length 73.5" [186.7 cm]) - 8’ (actual length 97.3” [247.7 cm]) B. Trex Signature Mesh bottom rail

- 36" (actual length 39" [99.1 cm]) - 42" (actual length 45" [114.3 cm]) O. Trex Signature post cap or post sleeve cap* P. Trex decking Q. Trex Fascia R. Code-approved wood joist 2" x 8"(5.1 cm x 20.3 cm) or larger S. Code-approved wood rim joist 2" x 8" (5.1 cm x 20.3 cm) or larger * Item not included in Trex Signature Railing kits. ** Both 4" x 4" (10.2cm x 10.2cm) and 6" x 6" (15.2cm x 15.2 cm) post sleeves are designed to fit over a 4" x 4" pressure treated post. NOTE: If installing 42" (106.7 cm) railing, and using pressure-treated posts with Trex post sleeves, ensure that a longer pressure-treated post is used along with longer post sleeve, both cut to a height of 46" (116.8 cm) from decking surface.

- 6' (actual length 71.5" [181.6 cm]) - 8' (actual length 95.5” [242.6cm]) C. Trex Signature upper rail bracket and cover D. Trex Signature lower rail tabless bracket and cover E. Mesh Panel – see chart above for dimensions F. Horizontal PVC Gasket G. Horizontal PVC Gasket H. Vertical PVC Gaskets I. Vertical Supports J. L-Brackets K. Snap-in Channel Filler L. Trex Signature foot block (REQUIRED FOR ALL SPANS – MESH INSTALLATIONS) M. Trex Signature post skirt or post sleeve skirt*

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TREX SIGNATURE ® HORIZONTAL MESH RAILING Installation Instructions

RAILING CONFIGURATIONS Note: See specific installation instructions for attachment of Trex post mounts or Trex Joist Mount Posts prior to installing any railing.

Cutting posts/post sleeves is NOT required. A. Trex Signature post, pressure-treated post/Trex 4x4 or 6x6 post sleeve, Trex post mount/Trex 4x 4 post sleeve, or Composite Joist Mount Post/Trex 4x4 post sleeve (Inside mount) B. Trex Signature top rail C. Trex Signature bottom rail See page 3 for “How to Install Standard Mesh Railing."

Standard

Post sleeves will need to be cut. A. P ressure-treated post with Trex post sleeve NOTE: » Only for use with 4" x 4" (102 mm x 102 mm) post sleeve.

Cocktail

POST SLEEVES WILL NEED TO BE CUT

» Trex Signature Posts, Trex Post Mounts or Joist Mount Posts cannot be used with Trex Signature Cocktail design.

B. D eck board top rail. . NOTE: Enhance cannot be used. C. Trex Signature top rail D. Trex Signature bottom rail E. Trex Signature Cocktail Rail Bracket** See page 10 for “How to Install Mesh Cocktail Railing."

Cutting posts/post sleeves is Not required. A. P ressure-Treated post/Trex 4x4 or 6x6 post sleeve, Trex post mount/Trex 4x4 post asleeve, or Composite Joist Mount Post/Trex 4 x 4 post sleeve (Inside mount). NOTE: » Trex Signature Posts or Trex Signature Joist Mount Posts cannot be used. B. 2 x 4 lateral top rail C. Trex Signature top rail D. Trex Signature bottom rail E. Trex Signature Cocktail Rail Bracket** See page 12 for “How to Install Mesh Traditional Railing."

Traditional

» NOTES: For Signature post or pressure-treated post with post sleeve installations refer To Signature Post Installation Instructions.

** Trex Signature Cocktail Rail brackets (sold separately) are for use with either Trex Mesh Rail Traditional or Trex Mesh Rail Cocktail designs. For a 6' section, use 4 brackets and screws provided, for 8' section, use 5 brackets and screws provided.

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HOW TO INSTALL MESH RAILING Installing Posts REFER TO DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO INSTALL TREX SIGNATURE POSTS OR PRESSURE TREATED POSTS. NOTES: » FOR EASE OF INSTALLATION, IT IS RECOMMENDED TO USE THE TREX SIGNATURE RAIL TEMPLATES TO ATTACH BRACKETS (SOLD SEPARATELY). » TREX SIGNATURE POSTS (BLACK ONLY) CAN ALSO BE PURCHASED SEPARATELY WHICH HAVE BRACKETS PREINSTALLED, THUS SKIPPING STEPS 1-4 BELOW. SKU NUMBER DESCRIPTION SKU NUMBER DESCRIPTION BKAL252537RCAPCNR Signature Post 37" Corner Post BKAL252537RCAPEND Signature Post 37" End Post BKAL252537RCAPLINE Signature Post 37" Inline Post BKAL252543RCAPCNR Signature Post 43" Corner Post BKAL252543RCAPEND Signature Post 43" End Post BKAL252543RCAPLINE Signature Post 43" Inline Post

Attach Brackets Using Pressure-Treated Posts and Post Sleeves TIP: Use a clamp to help hold brackets in place while fastening with screws.

Attach Brackets Using Trex Signature Posts TIP: Use a clamp to help hold brackets in place while fastening with screws.

1. M easure 1-3/8" (3.5 cm) from top of post base plate or 1-7/8" (4.8 cm) from decking surface. Mark with light line.

1. Measure 1-7/8" (4.8 cm) up from deck surface to bottom of bracket. Slide skirt up

2-1/2" Post

1-3/8" (3.5 cm)

1-7/8" (4.8 cm)

to allow for proper measurement. Mark with light line.

33-7/16" (84.9 cm) or 39-7/16" (100.2 cm)

33-15/16" (86.2 cm) or 39-15/16" (101.4 cm)

2. Measure up from post base plate 33-7/16" (84.9 cm) for 36" (92 cm) rail height or 39-7/16" (100.2 cm) for 42" (107 cm) rail height. Mark with light line. NOTE: If measuring from decking surface, measure up 33-15/16" (86.2 cm) for 36" (92 cm) rail height or 39-15/16" (101.4 cm) for 42" (107 cm) rail height. 3. Center lower bracket on post above the marked line and attach using two self-tapping screws (provided) . 4. Center upper bracket 4

2. Measure up from decking surface 33-15/16" (862 cm) for 36" (92 cm) rail height or 39-15/16" (101.4 cm) for 42" (107 cm) rail height. Mark with light line.

NOTE: Push skirt back down onto surface of decking BEFORE ATTACHING BRACKETS.

3. Center lower bracket on post above the marked line and attach using two 2" (51 mm) wood screws (provided) . 4. Center upper bracket 4

on post above marked line and attach using (3) self-tapping screws (provided) . NOTE: Upper bracket is not required on crossover post configuration.

on post above marked line and attach using three 2" (51 cm) wood screws (provided) .

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TREX SIGNATURE ® HORIZONTAL MESH RAILING Installation Instructions

HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL MESH RAILING/ CONTINUED

Attach Swivel Brackets Using Trex Signature Posts TIP: Use a clamp to help hold brackets in place while fastening with screws.

Attach Swivel Brackets Using Pressure-treated Posts and Post Sleeves TIP: Use a clamp to help hold brackets in place while fastening with screws.

1. Measure 1-3/8"

(3.5 cm) from top of post base plate or 1-7/8" (4.8 cm) from decking surface. Mark with light line.

2-1/2" Post

1-3/8" (3.5 cm)

1-7/8" (4.8 cm)

1. M easure 1-7/8" (4.8 cm) up from deck surface to bottom of bracket. Slide skirt up to allow for proper measurement, then push skirt back down onto surface of decking BEFORE ATTACHING BRACKET. Mark with light line. 2. C enter lower bracket on post above the marked line and attach using four 2" (5.1 cm) wood screws (provided) .

32-5/16" (82.0 cm) or 38-5/16" (97.3 cm)

2. C enter lower bracket on post above the marked line and attach using four self-tapping screws (provided) . 3. M easure up 32-5/16" (82.0 cm) for 36" (91.4 cm) tall railing or 38-5/16" (97.3 cm) for 42" (106.7 cm) tall railing from top of lower rail bracket. Mark with a light line. 4. Center upper bracket on post below marked line 4

32-5/16" (82.0 cm) or 38-5/16" (97.3 cm)

3. M easure up 32-5/16" (82.0 cm) for 36" (91.4 cm) tall railing or 38-5/16" (97.3 cm) for 42" (106.7 cm) tall railing from top of lower rail bracket. Mark with a light line. 4. C enter upper bracket on post below marked line and attach using four 2" (5.1 cm) wood screws (provided) .

and attach using four self-tapping screws (provided).

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How to Measure and Cut Bottom and Top Rails

How to Measure and Cut Bottom and Top CURVED Rails.

For Full Span Post to Post Applications – only top rail will need to be cut. For Full Span Crossover to Crossover post Applications – no rails have to be cut.

6a. With brackets in correct swivel location, measure distance from inside of bracket to inside of bracket. In addition, if tabbed bottom swivel brackets are installed the tab must be removed. 6b. Cut both curved bottom and top rails to length as determined above.

5a. Measure 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. If using swivel brackets, measure distance between brackets and cut railings to this distance.

Attachment of Foot Block (One Footblock is Required for Any Length Mesh Railing Span)

7. Temporarily place bottom rail into lower bracket. To ensure correct location, place foot block under center of bottom rail. Mark to provide placement location of base.

5b. Cut both bottom and top rail to length as determined above.

8. R emove bottom rail from lower brackets. Place base (smaller side facing down) on decking surface. Pre- drill using a 3/16" bit. Attach base of foot block using one screw at an angle through base and into decking.

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9. A fter attached, use a rubber mallet along with scrap piece of

wood to tap foot block until it locks into place.

Installing Bottom Rail and Adding Weep Holes to Bottom Rail

12. C ut mesh panel to this measurement, again cutting equal distances from each side so mesh is centered.

NOTE: An angle grinder (with proper blade) is recommended for cutting wire mesh. (ALWAYS USE PROPER SAFETY GEAR WHEN CUTTING WITH ANGLE GRINDER.) Note that heavy duty bolt cutters can also be used. Cutting Top and Bottom PVC Gasket & Installing Bottom Gasket

10. Place adhesive strips (provided) into bottom rail brackets, and then place bottom rail into brackets. Using a 3/8” drill bit, drill weep holes through center of bottom rail channel at 4 evenly spanned locations to allow for water drainage. NOTES: » Make sure surface is clean and dry. » Place a scrap board under rail when drilling weep holes to avoid damage to the deck boards. Cutting Mesh (Required if installing rails at odd span lengths)

13. Cut bottom and top PVC gasket the same length as mesh.

11. If not installing full span, mesh will require cutting from equal distance on each side. Measure distance between posts and subtract 8.

14. Install bottom PVC gasket onto bottom of mesh panel. Make sure gasket is fully seated onto mesh.

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Centering the Mesh and Installing into Bottom Rail

Installing L-Brackets into Vertical Supports

Stop Tab

17. Install L-brackets into both top and bottom slots of vertical supports as shown. L-brackets will require light tapping until stop lip of bracket is resting on vertical support. Installing Vertical PVC Gaskets onto Vertical Supports (No cutting required these come standard size.)

15. C enter mesh (with bottom PVC gasket installed) so there is equal distance between sides of mesh and posts.

16. Starting at one end, push mesh (with bottom PVC gasket installed) firmly into the bottom rail. GENTLE tapping with rubber mallet on mesh CROSS-SECTIONS will help prevent mesh from bending.

18. Align and install vertical PVC gaskets into the vertical supports.

NOTE: Make sure mesh is being secured by hand until final assembly of the top rail.

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Installing Vertical Supports

Installing Top Rail onto Mesh Panel

19. Install vertical supports onto mesh panel, also ensuring that L-bracket is fully seated into bottom rail channel. IMPORTANT NOTE: USE SOAPY WATER ON THE VERTICAL SUPPORTS/PVC GASKETS TO ALLOW THIS TO SLIDE DOWN THE MESH PANEL

21. Starting at one end and working down, press the top rail firmly onto the top of the mesh panel (with top PVC gasket on mesh). Ensure the top rail is centered properly so top rail will seat into brackets when finished.

Attaching L-Brackets to Top and Bottom Rails

Installing Top PVC Gasket onto Mesh Panel

22. .Attach L-Brackets to both top and bottom rails using one #8 x 5/8 flat head screw (provided).

20.Install cut gasket onto top of mesh panel. Make sure gasket is fully seated onto mesh.

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Attaching Top Rail to Brackets

25. Install two #8 x 1-1/4" screws provided into top rail and top bracket on each end of top rail.

23. D rill two 1/2" holes approximately 1/2" from end of top rail. Repeat this on opposite side of top rail.

IMPORTANT NOTES: » HOLES CANNOT EXTEND PAST

1/2" (1.3 cm)

BRACKET, OTHERWISE BRACKET COVER WILL NOT COVER HOLES. » ONLY DRILL 1/2" HOLES

Bracket Edge

Post

THRU TOP WALL OF TOP RAIL. DO NOT USE A STEP BIT.

26. Cut snap-in channel filler to correct length and install into channels of bottom and top rails. Use of a rubber mallet may assist with this step. DO NOT attempt to cut short snap in pieces with a miter saw. Use an angle grinder or hack saw only.

24. Using 9/64" bit provided, center into above holes and PREDRILL into top rail bracket at a depth of approximately 1-1/4". Use care to not drill through underside of top bracket.

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Attachment of Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps

29a

29b

Trex Signature ™ post ®

® Trex Signature ™ post

Post sleeve

27.Attach corresponding bracket covers over opening in upper and bottom rails. 28 Attach provided post skirt to bottom of posts when using Trex Signature posts.

29a. .A ttach post caps to Trex Signature posts. (Use of rubber .mallet may be required for secure attachment). 29b. Attach post caps to post sleeves using external grade PVC construction adhesive (apply adhesive on the inside self-centering/corner tabs).

HOW TO INSTALL MESH COCKTAIL RAILING TREX SIGNATURE ®

Installing Pressure-treated Posts, Post Sleeves, and Skirts to Use with Mesh Cocktail Railing 1a. PLEASE REFER TO LOCAL BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO ATTACHING PRESSURE TREATED POSTS.

1b. If using a 1-piece skirt, slide post sleeve skirt over post and down to rest on decking surface. Slide post sleeve over post and position inside post sleeve skirt. 1c. If using a two-piece skirt Slide post sleeve over post and down to rest on decking surface. Snap two piece skirt over post sleeve.

IMPORTANT NOTE: » ONLY for use with pressure treated 4 x 4 post (3.5" nominal square) and 4" x 4" (102 mm x 102 mm) post sleeve. Trex Signature® posts, Trex post mounts or joist mount posts cannot be used with Trex Mesh Cocktail railing. Cutting post and post sleeve ONLY applies to the Cocktail style railing.

NOTE: Shims can be used to plumb post sleeves.

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Cutting Post and Post Sleeve 2. Mark and cut post and post sleeve measuring from deck surface: » 36-1/32" (915 mm) for 36" (914 mm) height. » 42-1/32" (1068 mm) for 42" (1067 mm) height.

16. Attaching Top Rail to Brackets See instructions on page 9. 17. Installing Snap-in Channel Filler See instructions on page 10.

36-1/32" (915 mm) or 42-1/32" (1068 mm)

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

3. How to Measure Bottom and Top Rails See instructions on page 5.

Attaching Deck Board to Top Rail 18. Place deck boards

4. Cutting Rails

( DO NOT use Enhance deck boards for top rail) over top rails. Attach boards on each post with Trex- recommended composite screws (quantity of 2 per each post/board end).

See instructions on page 5.

5. Attachment of Foot Block (REQUIRED) See instructions on page 5.

6. Installing Bottom Rail and Adding Weep Holes to Bottom Rail See instructions on page 6.

19. S ecure boards 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 24" and attach with 4 screws provided.

7. Cutting Mesh (if required) See instructions on page 6.

8. Cutting Bottom PVC Gasket and Installing onto Mesh See instructions on page 6. 9. Centering Mesh and Installing into Bottom Rail See instructions on page 7. 10. Installing Vertical PVC Gaskets onto Mesh See instructions on page 7. 11. Installing L-Brackets into Vertical Supports See instructions on page 7.

NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended.

20.Use scarf cut for posts where two deck boards meet. NOTES: » Leave 1/8" (3 mm) gap between deck boards. » Deck boards can overhang end of last post maximum 1/2" (13 mm).

12. Installing Vertical Supports See instructions on page 8.

13. Cutting Top PVC Gasket and Installing onto Mesh See instructions on page 8.

14. Installing Top Rail onto Mesh Panel See instructions on page 8.

21. Attachment of Bottom Bracket Covers See instructions on page 10.

15. Attaching L-Brackets to Top and Bottom Rails See Instruction on page 9.

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13. Installing Top Rail onto Mesh Panel See instructions on page 8. 14. Attaching L-Brackets to Top and Bottom Rails See instructions on page 9. 15. Attaching Top Rail to Brackets See instructions on page 9. 16. Installing Snap-in Channel Filler See instructions on page 10. NOTE: Top Bracket Covers are not attached in this configuration. Attaching 2 x 4 to Top Rail

Important: Only use with Pressure-treated post, Trex Post Mounts or Trex Joist Mount Post WITH Trex post sleeves. Trex Signature Posts and Joist Mount Posts cannot be used with Mesh Traditional. 1. Installing Posts, Post Sleeves, and Skirts See instructions on page 11 for pressure treated posts. Refer to detailed Trex Post Mount instructions if using these. Post and Post Sleeves are NOT CUT in this installation. 2. How to Measure Bottom and Top Rails See instructions on page 5. 3. Cutting Rails See instructions on page 5. 4. Attachment of Foot Block (REQUIRED) See instructions on page 5. 5. Installing Bottom Rail and Adding Weep Holes to Bottom Rail See instructions on page 6. 6. Cutting Mesh (if required) See instructions on page 6. 7. Cutting Bottom PVC Gasket and Installing onto Mesh See instructions on page 6. 8. Centering Mesh and Installing into Bottom Rail See instructions on page 7. 9. Installing Vertical PVC Gaskets into Mesh See instructions on page 7. 10. Installing L-Brackets into Vertical Supports See instructions on page 7. 11. Installing Vertical Supports See instructions on page 8. 12. . Cutting Top PVC Gasket and Installing onto Mesh See instructions on page 8.

17. Measure between posts and cut 2 x 4 to length. 18. P lace 2 x 4 on Trex Signature top rail. 19. 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 24" and attach with 4 screws provided. NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended. 20.Pre-drill and toenail 2-1/2"

(6.4 cm) approved deck screw at each end of 2 x 4 into post on back side of rail (side not facing decking). Bottom Bracket Covers and Caps See instructions on page 10.

21. Attachment of

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TREX SIGNATURE ® MESH STAIR RAILING Installation Instructions

DUE TO THE COMPLEXITY OF THIS PRODUCT, INSTALLATION OF SIGNATURE MESH STAIR RAIL WILL REQUIRE THE USE OF QUALIFIED AND KNOWLEDGEABLE CONTRACTORS IN MOST CASES.

HOW TO INSTALL TREX SIGNATURE STAIR POSTS AND STAIR RAILING

TOOLS NEEDED

9/64 " (2.8 mm) or similar sized metal punch

Angle grinder

Non-ferrous metal cutting blade

Heavy duty bolt cutters

Stair Post Spanning and Angle Placement Charts

42" STAIR GUARDRAIL

Max Post Spacing Based on Stair Angle 30˚ 32˚ 34˚ 37˚ 38˚

Use HZ Panel Size

6’ x 36" HZ NA NA 42"

40"

39"

#10 x 1" Rail to Bracket Screw

#8 x 5/8" L-Bracket

8’ x 36" HZ NA NA 62"

59"

58"

to Rail Screw

8’ x 42" HZ 66"

65"

62"

59"

58"

Max Post Spacing

Use Stair Panel Size 36 3/16" x 108 3/16" ST

30˚ 72"

32˚ 72"

34˚ 72"

37˚ 38˚

72"

36" STAIR GUARDRAIL

Max Post Spacing Based on Stair Angle 30˚ 32˚ 34˚ 37˚ 38˚

Use HZ Panel Size

#10 x 5/8" Bracket to Signature Post Screw

MESH DIMENSIONS CHART Panel Size A B C 6' x 36" HZ 64" 32 3/8" 4" 8' x 36" HZ 88" 32 3/8" 4" 8' x 42" HZ 88" 38 3/8" 4" 8' x 42" ST 108 3/16" 36 3/16" 4" Note: Mesh panel sizes listed in above table are stainless steel. Mesh is also available in compatible black carbon steel in the following sizes: 36” x 72”, 36” x 96”, 72” x 60”

6’ x 36" HZ 46"

45"

42"

40"

39"

8’ x 36" HZ 67"

65"

62"

59"

58"

8’ x 42" HZ 67"

65"

62"

59"

58"

#8–10 x 2" Bracket to Wood/Post Sleeve Screw

Max Post Spacing

Use Stair Panel Size 36 3/16" x 108 3/16" ST

30˚ 72"

32˚ 72"

34˚ 72"

37˚ 72"

38˚ 72"

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Installing Pressure-Treated Posts » P LEASE REFER TO LOCAL BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO ATTACHING PRESSURE TREATED POSTS. » P RESSURE TREATED POSTS MUST BE INSTALLED ON INSIDE OF STAIR STRINGER AND AT NOSE OF STAIR TREAD. » P OST TO POST SPAN WILL BE LESS THAN 6' OR 8'. PRIOR TO INSTALLING POSTS CALCULATE POST TO POST SPAN USING A MAXIMUM RAIL LENGTH REQUIRED AND THE ANGLE (32°-37°) AT WHICH THE RAILS WILL BE INSTALLED. DO NOT INSTALL STAIR POSTS AT 6' OR 8' SPAN, AS STAIR RAILINGS WILL THEN BE TOO SHORT. » In most cases, a post and post sleeve longer than 39" will be needed on the lower section of stair rail to accommodate stair angle.

IMPORTANT NOTES: » FOR A 6' OR 8' STAIR RAIL, POST TO POST SPAN WILL BE LESS THAN 6' OR 8'. PRIOR TO INSTALLING STAIR POSTS CALCULATE POST TO POST SPAN USING A MAXIMUM STAIR RAIL LENGTH REQUIRED AND THE ANGLE (32°-37°) AT WHICH THE STAIR RAILS WILL BE INSTALLED. DO NOT INSTALL STAIR POSTS AT 6' OR 8' SPAN, AS STAIR RAILINGS WILL THEN BE TOO SHORT. » TREX SIGNATURE POSTS CANNOT BE USED WITH TREX SIGNATURE COCKTAIL STAIR MESH OR TRADITIONAL STAIR MESH DESIGNS, ONLY PRESSURE-TREATED POST/ POST SLEEVES CAN BE USED. REFER TO DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR MORE INFORMATION. » All stair installations require the use of 53" (134.6 CM) stair post, measured and cut to appropriate length if required. » All Trex Signature fixed stair brackets ONLY work with stair slopes of 32°-37°. » Foot Blocks are sold separately and recommended for all spans over 6’ for Signature Mesh Cocktail and Signature Mesh Traditional stair applications. Installing Standard Trex Signature Stair Posts, or Pressure-treated Post, Post Sleeves and Skirts 1. Make sure 53 " (135.6 cm) posts are used for all stair posts.

2. If Trex Signature stair posts are used, install at nose of stair tread directly under required blocking. See Trex Signature horizontal post instructions.

BRACKET HARDWARE – STAIR APPLICATIONS TREX SIGNATURE ®

AA. B ottom Stair Bracket and Cover – Lower Rail BB. Top Stair Bracket and Cover – Lower Rail CC. Fastener Pack DD. B ottom Stair Bracket and Cover – Upper Rail EE. Top Stair Bracket and Cover – Upper Rail

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Measuring and Cutting Rails

1" (2.5 cm)

3. W ith deck board still on nose of stair tread, place brackets on ends of bottom stair rail (but do not attach) and mark posts for bracket locations. Installing Lower Stair Brackets

4 Bottom stair bracket – bottom rail

Top stair bracket – bottom rail

1. Place a 1" deck board along the nose of the stair tread, then lay the bottom stair rail on top of the deck board. Use the lower and upper stair post to determine the length of the bottom stair rail. At LOWER STAIR POST , mark on topside of rail and cut PERPENDICULAR to the rail. At UPPER STAIR POST, mark on INTERSECTION/ SIDE OF RAIL AND CUT RAIL TO THIS ANGLE.

4. C enter lower stair bracket on post below the marked line and attach using two #10 x 5/8” self-tapping screws (provided) . In some cases it may be difficult to attach the stair bracket on the lower stair post. Recommend using a 90° drill adapter or loosen the post to get access to the lower bracket screw holes. Installing Upper Stair Brackets

KEY Mark Cut

KEY

33-1/4" (84.5 cm)

33-1/8" (84.1 cm)

Upper post

Lower post

5. On Lower Post: From top of lower bracket, measure up and mark with light line (33-1/4” for 36” rail; 39-1/4” for 42” rail). On Upper Post: From top of lower (upper) bracket, measure up and mark with light line (33-1/8” for 36” rail; 39-1/8” for 42” rail).

2. Cut both bottom and top rails to same length. ENSURE POSTS ARE PLUMB before cutting.

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9. A fter attached, use a

rubber mallet along with scrap piece of wood to tap foot block until it locks into place.

Upper stair bracket – top rail

Lower stair bracket – top rail

6. C enter upper stair brackets on posts below the marked lines and attach using two #10 x 5/8" self-tapping screws (provided) . Attachment of Foot Block (where recommended)

10. S et bottom stair rail into bottom stair rail brackets. 11. S et top stair rail into top stair rail brackets.

7. Temporarily set bottom stair rail into brackets. To en- sure proper location place foot block towards the nose of the stair tread along the side of the bottom rail. Mark location of angle on foot block and cut on mark. Then place foot block under the center of the bottom rail. Mark placement location of the base.

12. TEMPORARILY ATTACH BOTH BOTTOM AND TOP RAIL (IN ONE LOCATION ONLY TO ENSURE RAILS DO NOT MOVE) USING ONE #10 X 1” SELF-TAPPING SCREW (PROVIDED) ON SIDE OF BRACKET. YOU MUST PREDRILL THIS LOCATION FIRST USING 9/64” BIT THAT WAS PROVIDED IN HORIZONTAL MOUNTING KITS.

8. P lace base (smaller side facing down) on decking surface. Pre-drill using a 3/16” bit. Attach base of foot block using one screw at an angle through base and into decking.

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Measuring Verticals

XX"

13. U sing the long edge of the stair template, mark the lo- cation of the end verticals on the upper and lower rails. NOTE: Mark should only be 1” max length or it will be visi- ble after installation of vertical. Measuring and Cutting Rail Gaskets

16. D etermine the angle of the railing (angle should be between 32-37 degrees). NOTE: This can easily be done with using an angle measurement app on cellular phone or using a speed square. 17. M easure distance between marks from bottom to top rail.

X˚ (angle) Side View

Upper vertical channel

Lower vertical

X˚ (angle)

14. M easure distance between marked lines on bottom rail and subtract 1/2” from this measurement.

XX"

Lower vertical channel

Upper vertical

X˚ (angle)

18. E nsure the verticals are oriented in the correct location, with the channels facing toward each other. Cut verticals to the dimension and at the angle provided above.

15. C ut both bottom and top rail gaskets to length from previous step.

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L-BRACKET ORIENTATION

20. G ently tap gasket into channel of bottom rail. Make sure that upper vertical is properly aligned with mark on bottom rail to ensure this is seated in correct location BEFORE attaching L-bracket. Attach L-bracket to bottom rail with two #8 x 5/8” flat head screws (provided). B–Bottom Rail

Above is an overall image showing bracket orientation. The next steps will show in detail how to attach them. Refer to corresponding letters in the following steps. A–Bottom Rail TOP POST LOCATION Installing Gaskets and L-Brackets

BOTTOM POST LOCATION Measuring for L-Brackets

21. AT BOTTOM POST LOCATION , place L-bracket into vertical and into channel of bottom rail (L-bracket should be oriented in same direction as previous L-bracket.) Ensure that vertical is seated fully flush with bottom rail, bracket is in the channel, and vertical is aligned with mark on rail.

19. At TOP POST LOCATION, slide L-bracket into end of gasket. Place gasket so it’s resting on the top of the channel (do not insert gasket fully into channel). Slide vertical onto L-bracket.

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22. M ark location for screw attachments in channel of bottom rail. Make sure to mark the placement of the screw holes. DO NOT attach L-bracket at this point.

C-TOP Rail BOTTOM POST LOCATION Installing Gaskets and L-Brackets

24. G ently tap gasket into channel of top rail. Make sure that vertical is properly aligned with mark on top rail to ensure this is seated in correct location BEFORE attaching L-bracket.

23. At BOTTOM POST LOCATION , slide L-bracket into end of gasket. Slide L-bracket (with gasket attached) into top of vertical.

25. A ttach L-bracket to top rail using two #8 x 5/8” flat head screws (provided) .

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D-Top Rail TOP POST LOCATION Measuring for L-Brackets

Completing L-Bracket Attachments

28. Remove the two screws from the brackets that were previously installed in step 9. Remove the railing assembly from the post brackets.

26. Insert L-bracket into vertical and place bracket into channel of top rail. Ensure that vertical is seated fully

Top View

flush with top rail, bracket is in the channel, and vertical is aligned with mark on rail.

27. M ark location for screw attachments in channel of top rail. Make sure to mark the placement of the screw holes. DO NOT attach L-bracket at this point.

29. Lay railing assembly on large, flat, clean surface. Install remaining L-brackets for section B and section D into rails where marked using remaining #8 x 5/8” flat head screws (provided) . Before attachment, verify that verticals align properly with marks.

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Measuring and Cutting Mesh

Top View

Same distance

5/8"

Same distance

32. At inside of top rail measure UP 5/8” and mark mesh at this location. Do this at opposite end of mesh panel/ top rail. Using straight edge, mark MESH ONLY at all intersection points.

30. L ay mesh panel on top of stair rail assembly and measure so there is equal spacing between mesh panels at both top and bottom rails. Use clamp to hold mesh in place securely once dimensions are set.

Top View

Outside

Inside

5/8"

31. At inside of bottom rail, measure DOWN 5/8”and mark mesh at this location. Do this at opposite end of mesh panel/bottom rail. Using straight edge, mark MESH ONLY at all intersection points.

33. For the vertical measurements, align straight edge with OUTSIDE of one vertical and mark mesh at all intersection points. Align straight edge with INSIDE of opposite vertical and mark mesh at all intersection points.

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36. Using cutting pliers, cut both vertical gaskets to length determined above.

Top View

34. C ut mesh at all marks using heavy-duty bolt cutters or angle grinder. NOTE: USE PROPER SAFETY GEAR IF CUTTING WITH ANGLE GRINDER. Measuring, Cutting, and Installing Gaskets on Sides of Mesh Panel

37. A ttach vertical gaskets to each side of mesh panel. Make sure gaskets are fully seated onto mesh.

35. Measure distance within the channel of vertical and subtract 1/2”.

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40. Holding verticals, align with L-brackets and press mesh panel into bottom rail gasket in channel. Seat verticals fully onto bottom rail.

38. Disassemble stair rail panel.

NOTE: No screws have to be removed; verticals will pull off of L-brackets. Installing Mesh into Verticals and Rails

41. Align top rail with L-brackets, and press top rail down so that mesh panel is seated into gasket in channel and top rail is fully seated onto verticals. Use a rubber mallet to gently tap railing into place.

39. Snap verticals onto each side of mesh panel (with vertical gaskets installed). Ensure that verticals are still oriented in correct direction and centered appropriately.

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44. A ttach bottom stair rail to bottom stair brackets using two #10 x 1” self-tapping screws (provided) on each side of bracket. YOU MUST PREDRILL ALL EXISTING LOCATIONS FIRST USING 9/64” BIT THAT WAS PROVIDED

IN HORIZONTAL MOUNTING KITS.

45. Attach top stair rail to

top stair brackets using two #10 x 1” self-tapping screws (provided) on each side of bracket. YOU MUST PREDRILL ALL EXISTING LOCATIONS FIRST USING 9/64” BIT THAT WAS PROVIDED

42. .Drop assembled stair mesh rail panel into brackets. E nsure that rails are fully seated into brackets and verticals are completely seated on rails. Installing Snap-in Channel Filler

IN HORIZONTAL MOUNTING KITS.

Attachment of Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps

Signature Post

46. Attach corresponding bracket covers over opening in upper and bottom rails. 47. Attach provided post skirt to bottom of posts when using Trex Signature posts.

43. Cut snap-in channel filler to correct length and install into channels of bottom and top stair rails. Use of a rubber mallet may assist with this step. DO NOT attempt to cut short snap-in pieces with a miter saw. Use an angle grinder or hack saw only.

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48. Attach post caps to Trex Signature posts. (Use of rubber mallet may be required for secure attachment.)

49. Attach post caps to post sleeves using

external- grade PVC construction adhesive (apply adhesive on the inside self-centering/ corner tabs).

Post Sleeve

Signature Post

HOW TO INSTALL COCKTAIL MESH STAIR RAILING TREX SIGNATURE ®

1. Installing Pressure-treated Posts, Post Sleeves, and Skirts See instructions on page 2. 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.

IMPORTANT NOTES: » O nly for use with pressure-treated 4 x 4 post (3.5” nominal square) and 4” x 4” (102 mm x 102 mm) post sleeve. Trex Signature posts, Trex post mounts or joist mount posts cannot be used with Trex Sig- nature Cocktail Mesh stair railing. Cutting post and post sleeve only applies to the Cocktail style railing. » D O NOT CUT LOWER POST/POST SLEEVES UNTIL MESH RAIL STAIR PANEL IS FULLY INSTALLED. » T HE DECK BOARD USED IN COCKTAIL MESH STAIR WILL NEED TO TERMINATE AT THE UPPER STAIR POST AS SHOWN ABOVE. THE DECK BOARD WILL HAVE TO BE TOENAILED INTO THE SIDE OF THE POST IN THESE AREAS USING 2 APPROPRIATE COMPOSITE DECKING SCREWS – PRE-DRILLING IS RECOMMENDED. » Do Not use Enhance for top board.

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

6. Secure boards to top

rail using Trex Signature Cocktail Bracket (sold separately). Ensure that there is a bracket at each end of the stair railing section, then space brackets approximately every 24" and attach with 4 screws provided.

Cutting Post and Post Sleeve and Attaching Deck Board to Top Rail 4. C ut post and post

sleeves at proper angle so these are flush with the top of the top brackets and/or top rail. BE CAREFUL NOT to CUT brackets.

NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended.

Post Top stair rail

Upper bracket

5. P lace deck boards over top rails. DO NOT use Enhance deck boards for top

7. U se scarf cut for posts where two deck boards meet.

rail. PLACE DECK BOARD ON TOP RAIL TO CHECK FOR PROPER FIT AND RAIL CLEARANCE AT BRACKET LOCATIONS. DECK BOARD MAY REQUIRE EITHER

NOTES: » Leave 1/8" (3 mm) gap between deck boards. » D eck boards can overhang end of last post maximum 1/2" (13 mm). 8. W here deck board terminates at upper post, PREDRILL and toenail two approved composite deck screws as shown into post, being careful to avoid hitting stair bracket.

A NOTCH CUT ON THE UNDERSIDE OR SLIGHT PLANING ON THE UNDERSIDE TO ALLOW DECK BOARD TO CLEAR TOPS OF BRACKETS AND SIT FLUSH ON TOP OF POSTS AND RAILS. Attach boards on each post with Trex-recommended composite screws (quantity of 2 per each post/board end).

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

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5. P lace 2 x 4 on top stair rail. 6. S ecure 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 24" and attach with 4 screws pro- vided.

IMPORTANT NOTES: » O nly for use with pressure-treated 4 x 4 post (3.5" nominal square) and 4" x 4" (102 mm x 102 mm) or 6" x 6" 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 2. 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. 3 F ollow all Stair Mesh instructions for the assembly of the stair mesh panel Attaching 2 x 4 to Top Rail

NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended.

7. P re-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.

4. P lace 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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