Trex® Rod Rail Installation Instructions

TREX® ROD RAIL HORIZONTAL RAILING Installation Instructions

NOTES: » A djust drill power to lowest setting that will drive screw. DO NOT OVER TORQUE 316 STAINLESS STEEL STAINLESS FASTENERS. » NEVER use impact tools on 316 Stainless Steel Fasteners. » B e careful inserting rods through intermediate vertical supports. Lay pieces on a flat, solid surface and insert as straight as possible to prevent scratching. » W hen marking lines on bottom rail, do not make a mark wider than 1" or it will be visible after installation. » TOP AND BOTTOM RAILS ARE DIFFERENT LENGTHS, TO ACCOMMODATE THE INSTALLATION OF CROSSOVER POST APPLICATIONS. » ALL ROD RAILS OVER 6' WILL REQUIRE THE USE OF A FOOT BLOCK, THUS THESE RAILING SPANS MUST BE INSTALLED OVER THE DECKING FRAME OR ON INSIDE OF RIM JOIST.

PARTS

TOOLS NEEDED

#2 Square Bit

1/4" (6.4 mm)

7/64" (2.8 mm) or similar sized metal punch

Non-ferrous metal cutting blade

A. Trex Signature top rail and crowned cover - 6’ (actual length 73-1/2" [1867 mm]) - 8’ (actual length 97-1/2" [2477 mm]) B. Trex Signature bottom rail and flat cover - 6’ (actual length 71-1/2" [181.6 cm]) - 8’ (actual length 95-1/2" [242.6 cm]) C. Trex Signature upper rail bracket and cover D. Trex Signature lower rail bracket and cover E. Anti-rattle strip F. Rod G. End vertical support H. Intermediate vertical support Note: 1 for 6' span/2 for 8' span I. Trex Signature post cap or post sleeve cap** J. Template L. Trex Signature foot block****

M. HZ spacer N. Trex Signature post skirt or post sleeve skirt** O. Trex Signature post

- 36" (actual length 37" [94.0 cm]) - 42" (actual length 43" [109.2 cm]) or Trex 4" x 4" post sleeve** - 36" (actual length 39" [99.1 cm]) - 42" (actual length 45" [114.3 cm])

** Item not included in Trex Signature Railing kits. Both 4" x 4" (10.2 cm x 10.2 cm) and 6" x 6" (15.2 cm x 15.2 cm) post sleeves are designed to fit over 4" x 4" pressure-treated post. *** For 8' Rail Sections only - RODRAILSTIFFENER (included with kit), not shown above ****Foot block required for all spans greater than 6'

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TREX® ROD RAIL HORIZONTAL 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 4x4 post sleeve, or Composite Joist Mount Post/Trex 4x4 post sleeve (Inside mount), or Signature Joist Mount Post(Span of 6' or less only)* B. Trex Signature top rail C. Trex Signature bottom rail See page 6 for “How to Install Standard Rod Railing".

Standard

Cocktail

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.

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 Rod Rail 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 sleeve, or Joist Mount Post/Trex 4x4 post sleeves. 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 Rod Rail 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 Rod Rail Traditional or Trex Rod 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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BRACKET HARDWARE – HORIZONTAL APPLICATIONS (INCLUDING HORIZONTAL SWIVEL BRACKETS) TREX SIGNATURE ®

HORIZONTAL RAILING HARDWARE

AA. Lower rail bracket BB. Lower rail bracket cover CC. Upper rail bracket cover DD. Upper rail bracket

FOOT BLOCK COMPONENTS

EE. Foot block base FF. F oot block support

HORIZONTAL SWIVEL HARDWARE

GG. Swivel base HH. Horizontal swivel bracket top rail

II. Horizontal swivel bracket top rail cover JJ. Horizontal swivel bracket bottom rail cover KK. H orizontal swivel bracket bottom rail LL. Swivel base cover

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TREX® ROD RAIL HORIZONTAL RAILING Installation Instructions

HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING BRACKETS TREX SIGNATURE ®

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

Attach 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

1. Measure 1-7/8"

(4.8 cm) up from deck surface to bottom of bracket. Slide skirt up to allow for proper measurement. Mark with light line.

2-1/2" Post

1-3/8" (3.5 cm)

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

1-7/8" (4.8 cm)

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. M easure 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. C enter lower bracket on post above the marked line and attach using two self-tapping screws (provided) . 4. Center upper bracket on post above marked line 4

2. M easure up from decking surface 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. Mark with light line.

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

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

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

and attach using (3) self-tapping screws (provided) .

NOTE: Upper bracket is not required on

crossover post configuration.

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HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL ROD RAILING SWIVEL BRACKETS TREX SIGNATURE ®

Attach Swivel Brackets Base 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) .

NOTE: Upper bracket is not required on

crossover post configuration.

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TREX® ROD RAIL HORIZONTAL RAILING Installation Instructions

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STANDARD RAILING TREX SIGNATURE ®

Cutting Railings and Covers

KEY Mark Cut

KEY

5. C ut both bottom and top rail to length as determined above.

6 Bottom rail

1. P repare a solid work surface area (plywood, deck surface, etc.). How to Measure Bottom and Top Railings (When Required) 2. For Full Span Post to Post Applications – only top rail will need to be cut. 3. For Full Span Crossover to Crossover post Applications – no rails have to be cut, HOWEVER the location of the HZ Template on the top rail will need to be adjusted in 3/4" on each side of top rail to allow for proper placement of vertical supports.

Bottom rail cover

6. M ark and cut bottom rail cover the same length as bottom rail.

7. M ark and cut top rail cover same length as top rail for all top rail configurations.

Locating Vertical Holes on Bottom and Top Rails

4. M easure distance between posts (X), and subtract 1/2" for bracket clearance.

8. P lace HZ template at end of top and bottom rails. Pre-drill pilot holes (using a 7/64" bit or small punch) at locations. Ensure that template is oriented correctly before drilling holes. NOTES: » Template is labeled for the type of bracket used. » Pilot holes will be drilled out larger in a later step. » F or Compound Swivel Brackets, set the rail in the bracket and mark 3.75" from the post .

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.

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HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STANDARD RAILING/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE ®

6 ' Rail Spans or Shorter

11. Using pilot holes

(or marks), drill 1/4" holes for all vertical supports in both top and bottom rails. NOTE: Clean any burrs from edges of holes to ensure good fit on both sides.

Cutting Rods to Length (When Required)

9a.Measure the distance between the vertical end holes on both top and bottom rails . Mark the center. IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT mark the line across the entire width of the bottom rail, as it will be visible after install. Maximum recommended line width is 1".

Over 6' Rail Spans

12. M easure the distance between the end (outer) holes (X") on top or bottom rail and add 3/8" to this measurement.

NOTE: If installed at exact spans, rods do not have to be cut.

9b..Measure the distance between the vertical end holes on both top and bottom rails . Divide the distance into thirds and make two marks on top and bottom rails.

NOTE: Maximum unsupported rod span is 32.25

Locating and Drilling Midspan Holes

13. C ut rods to the length measured in previous step.

Vertical and Rod Assembly

14. Insert anti-rattle strips

into the vertical supports.

NOTE: There are two anti- rattle strips for each support which can only be inserted in one side.

10. U sing the slot on the HZ template, locate marked line and drill two 7/64" pilot holes (or mark with a punch). NOTE: Pilot holes will be drilled out larger in next step.

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TREX® ROD RAIL HORIZONTAL RAILING Installation Instructions

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STANDARD RAILING/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE

Installing Bottom Rail Cover and Top Rail to Verticals

15. Attach one end vertical and all intermediate verticals to bottom rail using HZ spacer and screws provided. HZ spacer should be oriented so the ribbed side of the spacer is not showing.

18. A lign flat cover on one side of bottom rail in slot on side of rail. Then starting from one end of rail snap cover onto opposing slot working down the length of rail. In some cases, GENTLE tapping with a rubber mallet may facilitate fastening.

16. S lide all rods through intermediate supports and into end vertical support.

NOTE: When inserting rods through intermediate supports, keep rods straight to avoid scratching

19. Install top rail to all vertical and end supports using HZ spacer and screws provided. HZ spacer should be oriented so the ribbed side of the spacer is not showing. Attaching Foot Block (when required) Required ONLY for All Clear Span Applications over 6' (1.83 m). Included with 8' (2.44 m) railing kits.

17. S lide end vertical onto rods and attach to bottom rail using HZ spacer and screws provided. HZ spacer should be oriented so the ribbed side of the spacer is not showing.

20.Temporarily drop rod rail panel into brackets. To ensure correct location, place foot block under center of bottom panel. Mark to provide placement location of base. Once marked remove panel.

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HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STANDARD RAILING/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE

21.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.

24.Drop assembled rod rail panel into brackets.

Attaching Panel to Brackets

22.After attached, use a rubber mallet along with scrap piece of

25.Using a 7/64"

(0.28 cm) drill bit, pre-drill at marked location for attachment of railing to bracket. Attach top rail to top brackets by using two

wood to tap foot block until it locks into place.

self-tapping screws (provided) for each bracket.

7/64" (.28 cm)

Installing Lower Rail to Brackets 23. P lace adhesive strips (provided) into bottom rail brackets.

Inserting Rod Rail Stiffener – For Rail Sections Over 6'

Rod stiener

NOTE: Make sure surface is clean and dry.

26. Attach tape (qty 6 provided) to alternating sides of the rod stiffener as shown.

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TREX® ROD RAIL HORIZONTAL RAILING Installation Instructions

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STANDARD RAILING/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE ®

Attachment of Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps

Rod stiener

Signature post

27. Place rod stiffener inside rail channel.

29..A ttach corresponding bracket covers over opening in top and bottom rails. 30.Attach provided post skirt to bottom of posts when using Trex Signature posts.

Installing Top Rail Cover

Post sleeve

Signature post

31. Attach post caps to Trex Signature posts. (Use of rubber mallet may be required for secure attachment.) 32.Secure post caps with silicone or PVC adhesive. (apply adhesive on the inside self-centering/corner tabs).

28. Using a mallet, install top rail cover.

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL COCKTAIL RAILING TREX SIGNATURE ®

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® Rod Rail Cocktail railing. Cutting post and post sleeve ONLY applies to the Cocktail style railing.

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HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL COCKTAIL RAILING/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE ®

9. Installing Foot Blocks (when required) See instructions on page 8. 10. Installing Railing to Brackets See instructions on page 9. 11. Installing Rod Rail Stiffener (when required) See instructions on page 9. 12. Installing Top Rail Cover See instructions on page 10. NOTE: Top Bracket Covers are not attached in this configuration. Attaching Deck Board to Top Rail

Installing Pressure-treated Posts, Post Sleeves, and Skirts to Use with Rod Rail Cocktail Railing NOTE: PLEASE REFER TO LOCAL BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO ATTACHING PRESSURE TREATED POSTS. BELOW INSTRUCTIONS ARE GUIDELINES FOR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.

1a. 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.

13. Place deck boards ( 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).

1b. 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.

NOTE: Shims can be used to plumb post sleeves.

14. 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.

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. 3. Measuring and Cutting Rails and Covers See instructions on page 6. 4. Locating Vertical Holes on Bottom and Top Rails See instructions on page 6. 5. Locating and Drilling Midspan Holes See instructions on page 7. 6. Cutting Rods to Length (when required) See instructions on page 7. 7. Vertical and Rod Assembly See instructions on page 8. 8. Installing Bottom Rail Cover and Top Rail to Verticals See instructions on page 8. 36-1/32" (915 mm) or 42-1/32" (1068 mm)

NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended.

15. U se 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).

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

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TREX® ROD RAIL HORIZONTAL RAILING Installation Instructions

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL TRADITIONAL RAILING TREX SIGNATURE ®

10. Installing Rod Rail Stiffener (when required) See instructions on page 9.

11. Installing Top Rail Cover See instructions on page 10.

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 Rod Rail Traditional. 1. Installing Posts, Post Sleeve Skirts and Post Sleeves 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.

12. . Measure between posts and cut 2 x 4 to length. 13. P lace 2 x 4 on Trex® Signature top rail.

14. 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 provided.

2. Measuring and Cutting Rails and Covers See instructions on page 6.

3. Locating Vertical Holes on Bottom and Top Rails See instructions on page 6.

4. Locating and Drilling Midspan Holes See instructions on page 7.

NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended.

15. P re-drill and toenail 2-1/2" (6.4 cm)

5. Cutting Rods to Length (when required) See instructions on page 7.

approved deck screw at each end of 2 x 4 into post on back side of rail (side not facing decking).

6. Vertical and Rod Assembly See instructions on page 8.

7. Installing Bottom Rail Cover and Top Rail to Verticals See instructions on page 8.

16. Attachment of

Bottom Rail Bracket Covers and Caps See instructions on page 10.

8. Installing Foot Blocks (when required) See instructions on page 8.

9. Installing Railing Panel to Brackets See instructions on page 9.

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TREX® ROD RAIL STAIR RAILING Installation Instructions

BRACKET HARDWARE – ROD RAIL STAIR RAILING (INCLUDING STAIR SWIVEL BRACKETS AND STAIR CROSSOVER BRACKET) TREX SIGNATURE ®

FIXED BRACKET – STAIR HARDWARE

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. T op Stair Bracket and Cover – Upper Rail

SWIVEL BRACKET – STAIR HARDWARE

FF. Swivel Top Rail Bracket and Cover – Stair GG. Swivel Bottom Rail Bracket and Cover – Stair HH. Fastener Covers II. Fastener Pack

SWIVEL CROSSOVER BRACKET KIT – STAIR HARDWARE

NN. Swivel Crossover Bracket – Stair OO. Post-to-Bracket Fasteners

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STAIR POSTS TREX SIGNATURE TOOLS NEEDED

5/16” (7.9 mm) drill bit for stairs

7/64” (2.8 mm) or similar sized metal punch

8 Irwin Quick Clamps (or similar)

#2 Square Bit

Non-ferrous metal cutting blade

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TREX® ROD RAIL STAIR RAILING Installation Instructions

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STAIR POSTS/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE

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" (991 mm) 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 ROD RAIL TRADITIONAL OR TREX ROD RAIL COCKTAIL STAIR DESIGNS, ONLY PRESSURE-TREATED POST/ POST SLEEVES CAN BE USED. REFER TO DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR MORE INFORMATION. » All Trex Rod Rail stair installations require the use of 53" (134.6 CM) stair post, measured and cut to appropriate length if required. » If crossover stair post is required, use stair post (again cut to appropriate length if required) and use swivel crossover bracket. » Trex Signature Stair fixed brackets are designed to work only with stair slopes of 32°-37°. » Foot Blocks are sold separately and recommended for all spans over 6’ for Rod Rail Cocktail and Rod Rail Traditional stair applications) Installing Standard Trex Signature Stair Posts, Trex Signature Stair Crossover 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 for blocking requirements.

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STANDARD STAIR RAILING TREX SIGNATURE ® Cutting Bottom Rail

1" (2.5 cm)

1. P lace a 1” deckboard on the nose of the stair tread, then lay the bottom stair rail on top of the deckboard. Use the lower and upper stair post to set the size of the lower stair rail. On UPPER STAIR POST , mark from underside of bottom rail. ON LOWER STAIR POST , mark from top side of bottom rail.

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Installing Upper Fixed Stair Brackets

KEY Mark Cut

KEY

36" – 33-1/8" 42" – 39-1/8"

Bottom stair rail

36" – 33-1/4" 42"– 39-1/4"

Upper post

1/4" (0.6 cm)

Lower post

1/4" (0.6 cm)

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. C ut each end of the bottom stair rail and bottom rail cover 1/4" (0.6 cm) shorter than the mark on each end to allow for fit into bottom stair rail brackets. NOTE: Railing does not need to be cut at angle. Brackets are designed to allow for railing to be installed with standard straight cut.

Upper stair bracket – top rail

1" (2.5 cm)

Lower stair bracket – top rail

6. C enter upper stair brackets on posts below the marked lines and attach using two self-tapping screws (provided) .

3. W ith deckboard still on nose of stair tread, place brackets on end of bottom stair rail (DO NOT attach brackets to rail) and mark posts for bracket locations. Installing Lower Fixed Stair Brackets

7. S et bottom stair rail into bottom stair rail brackets.

4 Bottom stair bracket – bottom rail

Top stair bracket – bottom rail

4. C enter lower stair bracket on post above the marked line and attach using two 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.

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TREX® ROD RAIL STAIR RAILING Installation Instructions

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STANDARD STAIR RAILING/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE ®

How to Mark, Cut and Place Top Stair Railing

Measuring and Cutting Rods

8. P osition top rail to side of post. Mark top stair rail at each location stated. On UPPER STAIR POST , mark from underside of bottom rail. On LOWER STAIR POST , mark from topside of bottom rail.

11. Using the long edge of the stair template, mark the location of the end verticals on the upper and lower rails.

NOTE: Mark should only be 1" max length or it will be visible after installation of verticals.

KEY Mark Cut

KEY

Top stair rail

1/4" (0.6 cm)

9. Cut each end of top stair rail and top rail cover 1/4" (0.6 cm) shorter than mark to allow for fit into top stair rail bracket. NOTE: Railing does not need to be cut at angle. Brackets are designed to allow for railing to be installed with standard straight cut. HOWEVER IF INSTALLING ROD RAIL WITH EITHER COCKTAIL OR TRADITIONAL DESIGN, THE TOP RAIL WILL NEED TO BE CUT ON AN ANGLE.

12. M easure and mark the mid-line (6’ sections) of the two end marks of the top and bottom rail. Take that measurement and add 3/8” for rod length in next step. NOTE: For 8’ sections divide the distance into thirds and make two marks for the two verticals.

10.Set top stair rail into top stair rail brackets.

13. Cut rods to the length measured in previous step.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT CUT RODS AT RAIL ANGLE; MAKE 90˚ CUTS ONLY!

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14. C lamp first vertical (lower part of stairs) in place, using width of stair template to position.

17. C lamp top vertical (upper part of stairs) in place, using width of stair template to position.

15. Clamp middle vertical(s) in place.

18. .Mark angle cuts at top and bottom on all verticals.

19.A fter removing rods and verticals, make angle cuts on top and bottom of verticals following marks from previous step.

16. S lide a rod into top and bottom of all verticals. Ensure that distance of top rod to top rail and bottom rod to bottom rail are equal.

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20.Insert anti-rattle strips into the vertical supports. NOTE: There are two anti-rat- tle strips for each support which can only be inserted in one side.

24. Slide rods into lower end and all intermediate verticals.

NOTE: When inserting rods into intermediate supports, keep rods straight to avoid scratching.

25.Slide upper end vertical onto rods and attach to bottom rail using ST Wedge Spacer and screws provided.

21. U sing the slot on the HZ template, locate marked line and drill two 7/64” pilot holes at each mark (or mark with a punch).

NOTE: Pilot holes will be drilled out larger in next step.

22.Using pilot holes

(or marks), drill 5/16” holes for all vertical supports in both top and bottom rails.

26.Using a mallet, install bottom rail cover onto bottom rail.

Installing Top and Bottom Rails

23.Install lowest end vertical and all intermediate verticals to bottom rail using ST Wedge Spacer and screws provided.

27.Install top rail to all vertical and end supports using S Wedge Spacer and screws provided.

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Attachment of Foot Block (where recommended)

31.Drop assembled stair rod rail panel into brackets.

28.Temporarily drop assembled stair rod rail panel into brackets. To ensure 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.

Attaching Stair Panel to Brackets

32.A ttach bottom stair rail to bottom stair bracket using two self-tapping screws (provided) on each side of bracket. 33.Attach top stair rail to top stair bracket (all types) using two self-tapping screws (provided) on each side of stair bracket.

29.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.

30.After attached, use a

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

34.Using a mallet, install top rail cover.

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36 Signature Post

Post sleeve

Signature Post

37.A ttach post caps to Trex Signature posts. (Use of rubber mallet may be required for secure attachment.) 38.S ecure post caps with silicone or PVC adhesive (apply adhesive on the inside self-centering/corner tabs).

35.Attach corresponding bracket covers over opening in upper and bottom rails. 36.Attach provided post skirt to bottom of posts when using Trex Signature posts.

HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STAIR CROSSOVER SWIVEL BRACKETS TREX SIGNATURE ®

1. Cutting

Upper stair bracket – top rail

Bottom Rail See instructions on page 2. 2. Install Lower Fixed Stair Brackets See instructions

Lower stair bracket – top rail

on page 3. NOTE: These are installed on all posts, including the center crossover post. Install Upper Fixed Stair Brackets

4. C enter upper stair brackets on posts below the marked lines and attach using two self-tapping screws (provided) . 5. S et bottom stair rail into bottom stair rail fixed brackets. 5

NOTE: When using a center crossover post the, upper fixed stair brackets will only be installed at the terminating upper and lower post, and not the center crossover post.

36" – 33-1/8" 42" – 39-1/8"

36" – 33-1/4" 42"– 39-1/4"

Upper post

Lower post

3. 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).

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6. Insert stair crossover

swivel bracket into post.

Bracket cover

NOTE: Keep the bracket cover on when inserting this into post, this will cover the screw attachment area.

9. A ttach stair crossover swivel bracket to post with two self-tapping screws (provided). Slide cover over post to hide screws. Cutting Top Stair Rail For Stair Post-to-Stair Crossover Post Configuration

KEY Mark Cut

KEY

Top stair rail

Standard post

7. D etermine location/height of the stair crossover swivel bracket by aligning the angle of this with the fixed brackets already installed. Note that the crossover post may need to be cut to ensure the top stair rail is parallel to the bottom stair rail. Attaching Stair Crossover Swivel Bracket to Post

1/4" (0.6 cm)

Crossover post

10. T op stair rail must be cut differently on each side of the rail. Railing side that attaches to standard post should be cut 1/4” (0.6 cm) shorter than the mark to allow for fit into top rail bracket. Railing side that attaches to the crossover post should be cut directly on the mark to allow for fit into the crossover post bracket. NOTE: Railing does not need to be cut at angle. Brackets are designed to allow for railing to be installed with standard straight cut. 11 . Measuring and Cutting Rods See instructions on page 4. 12. Vertical and Rod Assembly See instructions on page 6. 13. Installing Top and Bottom Rails See instructions on page 6.

1/4" (0.6 cm)

8. O nce location/height is determined, center and predrill two holes (using a drill bit slightly smaller than that of self-tapping screw diameter) on opposite sides of post, approximately. 1/4” (0.6 cm) from top of post. Drill through the post and into the stair crossover swivel bracket on each side. NOTE: Slightly countersink pre-drilled holes to allow for flat head screws to seat flush on the post. This will allow cover to fit over screw heads.

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HOW TO INSTALL ROD RAIL STAIR CROSSOVER SWIVEL BRACKETS/ CONTINUED TREX SIGNATURE ® 14. Attachment of Foot Block (where recommended) See instructions on page 7. Attachment of Stair 16. For stair crossover post configuration, fasten upper stair rail to swivel crossover post bracket 16

Panel to Stair Brackets 15. A ttach bottom stair rail to bottom stair bracket using two self-tapping screws (provided) on each side of bracket.

by installing screws diagonally through crossover stair bracket into upper rail using

two self-tapping screws (provided) on each side. 17. Attachment of Bracket Covers, Skirts, and Caps See instructions on page 8.

HOW TO INSTALL COCKTAIL ROD RAIL STAIR RAILING TREX SIGNATURE ®

1. Installing Pressure-treated Posts, Post Sleeves,and Skirts to Use with Trex Signature Railing

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.

Cutting Top Stair Rail NOTE: THE TOP RAIL AND TOP RAIL COVER WILL NEED TO BE CUT AT APPROPRIATE ANGLE ON THE END OF THE RAIL THAT CONNECTS TO THE UPPER FIXED BRACKET, SO THAT WHEN THE RAIL IS INSTALLED IT SITS FLUSH WITH THE END OF THE BRACKET AS SHOWN.

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 Signature Cocktail Rod Rail stair railing. Cutting post and post sleeve only applies to the Cocktail style railing. » D O NOT CUT LOWER POST/POST SLEEVES UNTIL ROD RAIL STAIR PANEL IS FULLY INSTALLED. » When referring to previous instructions referenced, disregard all crossover post instructions as these cannot be used with Cocktail railing. » T HE DECK BOARD USED IN COCKTAIL ROD RAIL 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.

Post

Top stair rail

Upper bracket

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4. Secure boards to top rail using Trex Signature Cocktail Bracket (sold separately). Ensure

1. F ollow all Rod Rail Stair instructions for the assembly of the rod rail stair panel.

Cutting Post and Post Sleeve and Attaching Deck Board to Top Rail 2. C ut post and post

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.

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

Top stair rail

NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended.

Post

Upper bracket

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

5. 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 A

NOTES: » Leave 1/8" (3 mm) gap between deck boards. » D eck boards can overhang end of last post maximum 1/2" (13 mm). 6. 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.

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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1. F ollow all Rod Rail Stair instructions for the assembly of the rod rail stair panel Attaching 2 x 4 to Top Rail

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. » THE TOP RAIL AND TOP RAIL COVER WILL NEED TO BE CUT AT APPROPRIATE ANGLE ON THE END OF THE RAIL THAT CONNECTS TO THE UPPER FIXED BRACKET, SO THAT WHEN THE RAIL IS INSTALLED IT SITS FLUSH WITH THE END OF THE BRACKET AS SHOWN.

2. P lace 2 x 4 beside top rail. Mark and cut (both ends need to be cut on an angle for proper fit).

3. Place 2 x 4 on top stair rail. 4. 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 provided.

Post

Top stair rail

Upper bracket

NOTE: Pre-drilling before attachment is recommended.

5. 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.

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