Trex Select T-Rail® Railing Install Instructions

TREX SELECT ® T-RAIL HORIZONTAL RAILING Installation Instructions

NOTES: » TREX SELECT T-RAIL 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. » ALL SELECT T-RAIL RAILING LENGTHS ARE MANUFACTURED AT CLEAR SPAN DIMENSIONS (SPANNING BETWEEN SPACE OF POSTS): 72" FOR 6', 96" FOR 8', 120" FOR 10'. CLEAR SPAN. NOTE THAT RAILINGS ARE DESIGNED TO BE SLIGHTLY LONGER THAN REQUIRED TO ALLOW FOR VERY SLIGHT PLAY IN POST PLACEMENT – TRIMMING MAY BE REQUIRED. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO MEASURE FIRST. » IF INSTALLING RAILING OVER 6', THE TREX T-RAIL ALUMINUM RAIL STIFFENER MUST BE USED TO MEET CODE REQUIREMENTS. NOTE FOR 8' KITS, STIFFENER IS NOT INCLUDED, FOR 10' KITS STIFFENER IS INCLUDED.. » IF USING OPTIONAL GASKETS AND T-RAIL BRACKET COVERS, BOTH T-RAIL AND LOWER RAIL WILL HAVE TO BE CUT - SEE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS. » FOR SPANS OVER 8', TWO FOOT BLOCKS ARE REQUIRED Care and Cleaning Maintaining the appearance of your Trex Select T-Rail 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.

PARTS

A. T-Rail B. Bottom Rail C. T-Rail Brackets D. Bottom Rail Brackets E. Aluminum Round Balusters F. Adjustable Foot Block G. Post Sleeve Cap* H. Post Sleeve Skirt* I. Post Sleeve*# > Select All-in-One Post Sleeve

> 4x4 post sleeve > 6x6 post sleeve

J. Trex Decking K T-Rail Gasket L. T-Rail Bracket Cover M. Lower Rail Gasket N. Trex Fascia O. Code-approved Wood Joist - 2 x 8 P. Code-approved Wood Rim Joist - 2 x 8 or Larger * Item not included in the railing kits. Note when using the Select All-in-One Post Sleeve, the cap and skirt are included with this post sleeve. # 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.

NOTE: T-Rail Aluminum Rail Stiffener not shown above but is required for all railing installations over 6' (sku SELALTRAILSTIFFNR).

BALUSTER OPTIONS

Screws Supplied with RSB C1. Wood screw for attachment of RSB to wood post/composite sleeve C2. Self-drilling screw for attachment of RSB to rail

Square Composite

Round Aluminum

DETERMINING BALUSTERS NEEDED

Per 6 ' Section

Per 8 ' Section

Per 10 ' Section

Baluster Type

Horizontal Application

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2b. W hen using the

Read all instructions BEFORE installation.

4x4 post sleeve and two-piece skirt, slide post sleeve over post and down to rest on decking surface. Snap two piece skirt over post sleeve.

Installing Pressure-Treated Posts 1. PLEASE REFER TO LOCAL BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO ATTACHING PRESSURE TREATED POSTS. NOTES: » P osts are to be installed 6', 8', or 10' clear span to accommodate appropriate railing length. » Ensure pressure-treated posts are installed at proper heights. If using 48" post sleeves, measure carefully to allow for clearance of both rail attachment as well as clearance for post cap attachment, and trim these before installing over pressure treated posts. For 36" rail height, post and post sleeve should be cut at minimum of 40".

IMPORTANT NOTE: IF USING OPTIONAL GASKETS AND T-RAIL BRACKET COVER, ALL RAILINGS WILL NEED TO BE CUT ; SEE NEXT PAGE FOR THESE INSTRUCTIONS. IF NOT USING GASKETS AND BRACKET COVER, PROCEED TO NEXT PAGE 6.

Installing Post Sleeve Skirts and Post Sleeves

2a. When using the

Select post sleeve and one-piece skirt, or 6x6 post sleeve and one- 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.

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HOW TO INSTALL HORIZONTAL RAILING WITH GASKETS AND BRACKET COVERS

FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW ONLY WHEN USING OPTIONAL GASKETS AND T-RAIL BRACKET COVERS.

If Installing T-Rail Aluminum Stiffener

Cutting Rails (required)

1-9/16" (40 mm)

5b. Slide T-Rail aluminum stiffener inside T-Rail as shown. Note that the stiffener must be slightly shorter to allow for brackets to be installed. Screws from brackets are NOT to penetrate the stiffener.

Drilling Hole for Foot Block in Bottom Rail and Adding Weep Holes

3a.Position bottom rail and T-Rail between posts, ensuring baluster holes are lined up and spaced evenly. 3b.Also allow for a minimum of 1-9/16" (40 mm) on each end of rail for bracket placement AND baluster clearance. Mark rails at intersection of rail and post.

6a. For rails 8' or less, invert the bottom rail. Center and drill a hole using a 3/16" drill bit. This will be the location for foot block attachment (to be installed last).

KEY Mark Cut

KEY

1/16" (1.6 mm)

Baluster and foot block shown for reference placement

4. Subtract 1/16" from each end of measured lines from previous step, and cut T-Rail and bottom rail to specified length. This will allow room for gaskets.

6b. For rails over 8', from center of rail, count out 4 baluster holes from each side. Center and drill holes using 3/16" drill bit. Foot blocks MUST be positioned directly under these balusters/baluster holes. 6c. Keeping bottom rail inverted, Use same drill bit, center and drill weep holes through bottom rail at 4 evenly spanned locations to allow for water drainage.

Cutting T-Rail Aluminum Stiffener (if required)

1-1/2 "

IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING FOOT BLOCK INSTALLATION: » Refer to detailed instructions included with foot block prior to installation of railing section as these include other required steps for proper installation.

5a. For railing installations over 6' in length, the T-Rail aluminum rail stiffener must be used. Cut stiffener 1-1/2" shorter than the T-Rail .

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Assembling Railing Section 9a. O n a clean flat surface

Attaching T-Rail Brackets to T-Rail NOTE: » T-Rail bracket must be installed so that the bracket overhangs the rail by the thickness of the gasket.

lay bottom railing on its side. Make sure to allow enough room for installation of balusters and T-Rail. Place a

7. Place T-Rail so it is top down on a clean solid work surface. Invert T-Rail gasket so the flat side of gasket sits flat against the end of T-Rail, and position the T-Rail bracket so that it overhangs the rail by the

scrap piece of 1 " decking board running parallel to bottom rail for support when installing balusters.

9b. Insert balusters into bottom rail slots until balusters are fully seated.

thickness of the gasket. At each end of the rail, attach two upper screws into underside of T-Rail using #8- 18x1" self-drilling screws (provided). Remove gaskets, as these will be installed in future step. DO NOT INSTALL SIDE SCREWS AT THIS TIME.

9c. Attach T-Rail to

balusters, feeding each baluster into required slots. Start on one end and work towards the other.

Attaching Brackets to Bottom Rail NOTE:

» For lower rail, brackets are to be installed on the underside of the bottom rail. Bracket installation images below reflect this. » Lower bracket must be installed so that the bracket overhangs the rail by the thickness of the gasket.

9d. T o help temporarily secure the railing section together, place a ratchet strap around the T-Rail and bottom rail and tighten until snug.

8. Press lower rail gasket onto end of lower rail, so it is flat against the rail, and then position bracket so that it overhangs the rail by the thickness of the gasket. Using a flat surface to hold this in place while attaching

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN AS YOU CAN BEND THE RAILING.

10. P lace gaskets onto T-Rail and lower rail.

bracket is recommended. At each end of the rail, attach bracket using three #8-18x1" self-drilling screws (provided). Remove gaskets, as these will be installed in future step.

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11a

12a

Installing Railing Section to Posts 11a. Using scrap material cut at least three

support blocks at 3-3/4" in height. Place one each on decking surface beside each post and one near center of span.

3-3/4"

12a. At each end of the rail, position black washer so screw will recess into pocket of washer, and install side screws through T-Rail bracket into rail, one on each side of T-Rail bracket, using two #8-18x1" self-drilling screws (provided). IMPORTANT NOTE: THIS WASHER MUST BE USED. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE WITH OTHER GENERIC WASHERS.

11b

11b. Lift secured railing section up, and CENTER this section in between the spanned posts on pre- positioned support blocks.

12b

12b. P ress T-Rail bracket cover onto T-Rail bracket. Bracket cover will SNAP into position.

NOTE: To help stabilize railing section use a quick-grip clamp (or other type of clamp) and clamp the first baluster to post sleeve. (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN CLAMP.)

11c

Attaching Post Caps and Installing Foot Block

13. S ecure post caps

with silicone or PVC adhesive (apply adhesive on the inside self-centering/corner tabs). Attach foot block per foot block instructions.

11c. Ensure that gaskets are positioned onto each side of the rails and install both bottom and T-Rail brackets on each side to post using two #9-16 x 2" wood screws (provided). If using a 6x6 post sleeve use #9-16 x 2 1/2" screws (not provided).

Note: Clean up any excess adhesive before it dries.

Note: Screw goes in at slight angle.

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14a

Cutting Railings (if required) 14a. P osition bottom rail and T-Rail between posts, ensuring baluster holes are lined up and spaced evenly.

Attaching Foot Block to Bottom Rail and Adding Weep Holes

16a

14b

14b.Also allow for a

minimum of 1-9/16" (40 mm) on each end of rail for bracket placement AND baluster clearance. Mark rails at intersection of rail and post.

16a. Invert the bottom rail. Center and drill a hole using a 3/16 " drill bit. This will be the location for foot block attachment (to be installed last). 16b. Keeping bottom rail inverted, Use same drill bit, center and drill weep holes through bottom rail at 4 evenly spanned locations to allow for water drainage.

1-9/16" (40 mm)

IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING FOOT BLOCK INSTALLATION: » Refer to detailed instructions included with foot block prior to

15a

installation of railing section as these include other required steps for proper installation.

Attaching Brackets to T-Rail NOTES: » EXTENSION BIT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR SCREW ATTACHMENT. » IF USING T-RAIL ALUMINUM STIFFENER REFER TO STEPS 6a-6c. » F or ease of bracket attachment place rail against stationary flat vertical surface along with bracket.

15a. Cut T-Rail and bottom rail to specified length.

Cutting T-Rail Aluminum Stiffener (if required)

15b

17a

T-Rail

1-1/2 "

15b. F or railing installations over 6' in length, the T-Rail aluminum rail stiffener must be used. For full 8' and 10' spans the stiffener will NOT need to be cut. For odd span lengths the stiffener MUST be cut 1-1/2" shorter than the T-Rail.

17a. P osition brackets on each end of T-Rail on the same side as baluster holes (brackets are always located on the underside of the bottom rail and T-Rail). Attach brackets using four #8-18x1" self- drilling screws (provided). Install upper screws first into underside of T-Rail and then install screws on the side.

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18b

If Installing T-Rail Aluminum Stiffener 17b. Position one bracket on end of T-Rail and install bracket as stated in step 17a.

18b. Insert balusters into bottom rail slots until balusters are fully seated.

17c

18c

18c. A ttach T-Rail to

balusters, feeding each baluster into required slots. Start on one end and work towards the other.

17c. Slide T-Rail aluminum stiffener inside T-Rail as shown.

18d

Note that the stiffener must be slightly shorter to allow for brackets to be installed. Screws from brackets are NOT to penetrate the stiffener.

18d. To help temporarily secure the railing section together, place a ratchet strap around the T-Rail and bottom rail and tighten until snug.

17d. Install remaining bracket on opposite end of T-Rail as stated in step 17a.

Attaching Brackets to Bottom Rail

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN AS YOU CAN BEND THE RAILING.

17e

Installing Railing Section to Posts 19a. Using scrap material cut at

19a

Bottom Rail

least three support blocks at 3-3/4" in height. Place one each on decking surface beside each post and one near center of span.

17e. Position brackets on each end of BOTTOM RAIL on the OPPOSITE SIDE of the baluster holes. Attach brackets using three #8-18x1" self-drilling screws (provided).

3-3/4"

Assembling Railing Section

19b

19b. L ift secured railing section up, and CENTER this section in between the spanned posts on pre- positioned support blocks.

18a

18a. O n a clean flat surface lay bottom railing on its side. Make sure to allow enough room for installation of balusters

and T-Rail. Place a scrap piece of 1 " decking board running parallel to bottom rail for support when installing balusters.

NOTE: To help stabilize railing section use a quick-grip clamp (or other type of clamp) and clamp the first baluster to post sleeve. (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN CLAMP.)

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19c

19c. Install both bottom and T-Rail brackets on each side to post using two #9-16 x 2" wood screws (provided). If using a 6x6 post sleeve use #9-16 x 2 1/2" screws (not provided).

NOTE: Screw goes in at slight angle.

Attaching Post Caps and Installing Foot Block 20. Secure post caps with silicone or PVC adhesive (apply

adhesive on the inside self-centering/corner tabs). Attach foot block per foot block instructions.

NOTE: Clean up any excess adhesive before it dries.

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HOW TO INSTALL 22.5˚ HORIZONTAL ANGLE RAILING TREX SELECT® T-RAIL

NOTES: » Trex Select T-Rail brackets are designed to be installed at 22.5° angle only and only for horizontal applications. Ensure post placements are set to accommodate this angle so railing is install on flat side of post. » Brackets must be installed on rails first (see standard horizontal instructions for reference). » W hen installing railing to posts, the brackets may need to be located slightly off center (rails will be centered). Measure and mark first before attachment to rail to ensure railing are centered. PARTS

4 x 4 OR 6 x 6 Post Sleeve

6 x 6 Post Sleeve

4 x 4 Post Sleeve

Left T-Rail Angle Bracket

Right T-Rail Angle Bracket

Measure and Cutting Railings 1. Measure between the posts and cut both bottom rail and T-Rail to proper angles.

2. Follow previous instructions, ensuring to follow proper steps if using gaskets and bracket covers.

T-Rail(top view)

Bottom Rail (top view)

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HOW TO INSTALL BIRDSMOUTH HORIZONTAL RAILING TREX SELECT® T-RAIL

NOTES: » USE WITH SELECT OR TRANSCEND 4X4 POST SLEEVE ONLY. ENSURE TO USE CORRECT BIRDSMOUTH BRACKET KIT DEPENDING ON THE POST SLEEVE YOU ARE USING. SEE CHART BELOW. » R ails are not to be cut at angles, brackets accommodate railing that are cut flat when required. » Brackets must be installed on rails first. » For ease of bracket attachment place rail against stationary flat vertical surface along with bracket. PARTS

2. M ark rails and cut. Note rails do not need to be cut at an angle. If installing at full span railings may only require slight trim on each side for fit. 3. Attaching Foot Block to Bottom Rail and Adding Weep Holes See instructions on page 2.

Birdsmouth T-Rail Bracket

Installing Brackets to Rail

Birdsmouth Bottom Rail Bracket

T-Rail

POST SLEEVES

Product

SKU

Select 4x4 Post Sleeve

TRLBMBKTKITNT

Transcend 4x4 Post Sleeve

TRLBMBKTKIT

4. .Slide T-Rail Birdsmouth bracket onto T-Rail, ensuring that end of rail aligned is with center of bracket, a nd attach using three #8-18 x 1" self-drilling screws (provided).

Measuring and Cutting Rails (when required)

Bottom Rail

1" (25.4 mm)

5. Invert the bottom rail (baluster holes facing down) and slide bottom Birdsmouth bracket onto bottom rail, ensuring that end of rail is aligned with center of bracket and bracket is positioned so the screw hole is facing up. Attach using one #8-18 x 1" self-drilling screw (provided).

6. Assembling Railing Section See instructions on page 3.

1. Measure from corner-to-corner between posts ensuring baluster holes are at equal distance at each post location. Allow for a clearance of 1” for bracket placement.

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Installing Railing Section to Posts 7a.U sing scrap material (i.e. 2 x 4s, decking

boards,etc.) cut at least three support blocks at 3-3/4" in height. Place

3-3/4"

one each on decking surface beside each post and one near center of span.

7c.Install both bottom and T-Rail Birdsmouth bracket post sleeve using four #9-16 x 1 3/4" screws (provided) per bracket. Note screws are installed on angle.

8. Attaching Post Caps and Installing Foot Block See instructions on page 4.

7b. L ift secured railing section up above posts and slide down into position between posts.

NOTE: To help stabilize railing section use a quick-grip clamp (or other type of clamp) and clamp the first baluster to post sleeve. (DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN CLAMP.)

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TREX SELECT® T-RAIL STAIR RAILING Installation Instructions

IMPORTANT NOTES: » TREX SELECT T-RAIL 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. » POST 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. » IF INSTALLING STAIR RAILING OVER 6', THE TREX T-RAIL ALUMINUM RAIL STIFFENER MUST BE USED TO MEET CODE REQUIREMENTS. » IF USING OPTIONAL STAIR GASKETS AND BRACKET COVERS, BOTH T-RAIL AND LOWER STAIR RAIL WILL HAVE TO BE CUT - SEE DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS. Care and Cleaning Maintaining the appearance of your Trex T-Rail railing is important. The occasional wash is recommended as 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 using a 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.

K G * *

PARTS

A. Stair T-Rail B. Stair Bottom Rail C. T-Rail Upper Post Stair Bracket D. T-Rail Lower Post Stair Bracket E. Bottom Rail Brackets F. Balusters

J. A djustable foot block (quantity of one is required for all railing span lengths) K. T-Rail Upper Post Stair Gasket L. T-Rail Upper Post Stair Bracket Cover M. T-Rail Lower Post Stair Gasket N. T-Rail Lower Post Stair Bracket Cover O. Lower Post/Lower Rail Stair Gasket P. Upper Post/Lower Rail Stair Gasket

T-Rail Upper Post Stair Bracket

T-Rail Lower Post Stair Bracket

N *

G. Post Sleeve Cap* H. Post Sleeve Skirt* I. Post Sleeve*#

> Select All-in-One Post Sleeve

I **

> 4x4 Post Sleeve > 6x6 Post Sleeve

* Item not included in the Select railing kits. Note when using the Select All-in-One Post Sleeve, the cap and skirt are included with this post sleeve. # 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. NOTES: » 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. » Make sure top and bottom posts for stairs are installed at nose of each tread. » If using 8' railings, the Trex Select 8' Aluminum T-Rail Stiffener (sku SELALTRAILSTIFFNR sold separately) can also be used to allow the rail to be stronger if required.

NOTE: T-Rail Aluminum Rail Stiffener not shown above but is required for all stair railing installations over 6'.

DETERMINING BALUSTERS NEEDED

Baluster Type Per 6 ' Section

Per 8 ' Section

Stair Application

Screws Supplied with Brackets C1. 2 " Wood screw for attachment of T-Rail stair bracket to wood post/ composite sleeve C2. 3" Wood screw for attachment of lower rail bracket to wood post/ composite sleeve C3. 1" Self-drilling rail screw for attachment of railing to bracket

BALUSTER OPTIONS

C1 C2

Square Composite

Round Aluminum

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2b. When using the 4x4 post sleeve and 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.

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING FOOT BLOCK INSTALLATION: » R efer to detailed instructions included with foot block prior to installation of railing sec- tion as these include other required steps for proper installation.

1. Installing Pressure-Treated Posts » PLEASE REFER TO LOCAL BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO ATTACHING PRESSURE TREATED POSTS.

Marking Location for Foot Block to Bottom Rail

» PRESSURE 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' SPAN, AS STAIR RAILINGS WILL THEN BE TOO SHORT. » A post and post sleeve longer than 39" will be needed on the lower section of stair rail to accommodate stair angle.

Installing Post Sleeve Skirts and Post Sleeves 2a.W hen using the Select post sleeve and one-piece skirt, or 6x6 post sleeve and one- 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.

3. M ark approximate location for foot block, allowing a measurement of 4" maximum. Invert the bottom rail, and at marked location drill a hole using a 3/16" drill bit in the center of the channel. Foot block assembly will be installed last. IMPORTANT NOTE: IF USING OPTIONAL STAIR GASKETS AND T-RAIL STAIR BRACKET COVERS SEE NEXT PAGE FOR THESE INSTRUCTIONS. IF NOT USING GASKETS AND BRACKET COVERS, PROCEED TO PAGE 6.

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FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW ONLY WHEN USING OPTIONAL GASKETS AND T-RAIL BRACKET COVER.

Measuring and Cutting Lower Stair Rail 4a. P lace a 1" deck board

on the nose of the stair tread. Set bottom stair rail on top of deck board, making sure baluster holes are vertically aligned and mark line at each intersection.

1/16" (1.6 mm)

6. P ress lower rail gaskets onto each end of lower rail, so they are flat against the rail, and then position stair bracket so that it overhangs the rail by the thickness of the gasket. Attach both brackets using three #8-18 x 1" self-drilling screws (provided).

KEY Mark Cut

KEY

4b. From marked

measurement, substract 1/16" from each end of rail to allow for gaskets. When measuring, cut equal lengths from each side of railing allowing a minimum of 2 " on each end from the last baluster hole to the end of the rail. This will ensure proper baluster and bracket placement and equal spacing of balusters per each railing section.

Attachment of Bottom Rail to Post

NOTES: »

For attachment of brackets to posts, use at least a 3" long drill bit or extension so as to not damage sides of rails when installing. » SET DRILL TO LOW SPEED AND LOW CLUTCH SETTING WHEN INSTALLING THESE SCREWS. DO NOT USE IMPACT DRIVER.

1/16" (1.6 mm)

TIP: Pre-drill prior to screw installation using a 7/64" drill bit

7a. K eeping deck board on stair treads and ensuring stair rail gaskets are in place on the bottom rail,

1/16" (1.6 mm)

center bottom rail between posts and attach bottom rail stair bracket to upper post using two #9-16 x 3" wood screws (provided) .

Attaching Brackets to Bottom Rail 5. S nap the top stair adaptor

bracket (labeled TOP) to the standard bracket. Repeat for remaining bottom bracket.

7b. Attach bottom rail stair bracket to lower post using two #9-16 x 3"

TIP: Use a dap of super glue when snapping bracket together. This will help stabilize bracket when installing.

wood screws (provided) . (Deck board can now be removed.)

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Measuring and Cutting Stair T-Rail

Attaching Brackets on Stair T-Rail NOTES: » For attachment of brackets to posts, use at least a 3" long drill bit or extension so as to not damage sides of rails when installing. » SET DRILL TO LOW SPEED AND LOW CLUTCH SETTING WHEN INSTALLING THESE SCREWS. DO NOT USE IMPACT DRIVER.

8. Place two balusters into lower stair rail at each end closest to the post. 9. Position T-Rail onto balusters, ensuring balusters are fully seated in rail (position to side of post), and ENSURE balusters are spaced evenly AND parallel with posts.

T-Rail Lower Post Stair Bracket

T-Rail Upper Post Stair Bracket

12a

12a. O n the T-Rail at UPPER POST location, position the T-Rail bracket so

that it overhangs the rail by the thickness of the gasket. Install two upper

screws into underside of T-Rail using #8-18 x 1" self-drilling screws (provided). Remove gasket, as this will be installed in future step. DO NOT INSTALL SIDE SCREWS AT THIS TIME.

10. M ark stair T-Rail at post intersections.

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12b. If using the T-Rail aluminum stiffener,

KEY Mark Cut

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11a. R emove T-Rail and from marked measurement in previous step, substract 1/16" from each end of rail to allow for gaskets, and cut along the marks.

11a

slide this inside T-Rail as shown. Note that the stiffener must be slightly shorter to allow for brackets to be installed. Screws from brackets are NOT to penetrate the stiffener.

1/16" (1.6 mm)

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1/16" (1.6 mm)

12c

12c. On the T-Rail at the

Cutting T-Rail Aluminum Stiffener (if required) 11b. F or stair railing installations over 6' in length, the T-Rail aluminum rail stiffener must be used. The stiffener MUST be cut 1-1/2" shorter than the T-Rail.

LOWER POST location, position the T-Rail bracket so that it

11b

overhangs the rail by the thickness of the gasket. Install two upper screws into underside of T-Rail using #8-18 x 1" self- drilling screws (provided). Remove gasket, as this will be installed in future step. DO NOT INSTALL SIDE SCREWS AT THIS TIME.

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Installing Balusters 13. S lide remaining balusters into bottom rail until balusters are fully seated.

16b. Press T-Rail bracket cover onto T-Rail

bracket. Bracket cover will SNAP into position.

Attaching Post Caps and Installing Foot Block 17. Secure post caps with silicone or PVC adhesive. (apply

Attachment of T-Rail to Post 14. P lace T-Rail onto balusters, allowing the T-Rail to rest on the surface of the balusters. TIP: Pre-drill prior to screw installation using a 7/64" drill bit .

adhesive on the inside self-centering/corner tabs). Attach foot block per foot block instructions.

NOTE: Clean up any excess adhesive before it dries.

15. E nsure that gaskets are positioned onto each end of T-Rail, and attach stair T-Rail bracket to posts using two #9-16 x 2 " wood screws (provided) at each post location.

16a

16a. Position black washer so screw will recess into pocket of washer and install side screws through T-Rail bracket into rail, one on each side of T-Rail bracket, using two #8-18x1" self-drilling screws (provided) at each post location. IMPORTANT NOTE: THIS WASHER MUST BE USED. DO NOT SUBSTITUTE WITH OTHER GENERIC WASHERS.

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Measuring and Cutting Lower Stair Rail

Attachment of Bottom Rail to Post

18b

18a

NOTES: » For attachment of brackets to posts, use at least a 3" long drill bit or extension so as to not damage sides of rails when installing. » SET DRILL TO LOW SPEED AND LOW CLUTCH SETTING WHEN INSTALLING THESE SCREWS. DO NOT USE IMPACT DRIVER.

TIP: Pre-drill prior to screw installation using a 7/64" drill bit

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18a. P lace a 1" deckboard on the nose of the stair tread. Set bottom stair rail on top of deckboard, making sure baluster holes are vertically aligned and mark line at each intersection. 18b. When measuring, cut equal lengths from each side of railing allowing a minimum of 2 " on each end from the last baluster hole to the end of the rail. This will ensure proper baluster and bracket placement and equal spacing of balusters per each railing section.

21a. K eeping deck board on

stair treads, center bottom rail between posts and attach bottom rail stair bracket to upper post using two #9-16 x 3" wood screws (provided) .

Attaching Brackets to Bottom Rail 19. S nap the top stair adaptor

21b

21b. A ttach bottom stair rail stair bracket to lower

bracket (labeled TOP) to the standard bracket. Repeat for remaining bottom bracket.

post using two #9-16 x 3" wood screws (provided) . (Deck board can now be removed).

TIP: Use a dap of super glue when snapping bracket together. This will help stabilize bracket when installing.

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20. O n the BOTTOM RAIL, attach the assembled bottom stair brackets to the OPPOSITE SIDE of the baluster holes. Attach both brackets using three #8-18 x 1" self- drilling screws (provided).

22. Place two balusters into lower stair rail at each end closest to the post. 23. P osition T-Rail onto balusters, ensuring balusters are fully seated in rail (position to side of post), and ENSURE balusters are spaced evenly AND parallel with posts.

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26a. O n the T-Rail at UPPER POST location, attach the stair bracket to the side WITH the baluster holes. Attach bracket using four #8-18 x 1" self-drilling

screws provided). Install upper screws first into underside of T-Rail and then install screws on the side.

26b

24. M ark stair T-Rail at post intersections.

26b. If using the T-Rail aluminum stiffener,

25a

25a. R emove T-Rail, and cut along the marks.

slide this inside T-Rail as shown. Note that the stiffener must be slightly shorter to allow for brackets to be installed. Screws from brackets are NOT to penetrate the stiffener. LOWER POST location, attach the bracket to the side WITH the baluster holes. Attach bracket using four #8-18 x 1" self-drilling screws (provided). Install

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26c. On the T-Rail at the

26c

25b

Cutting T-Rail Aluminum Stiffener (if required) 25b. For stair railing

installations over 6' in length, the T-Rail aluminum rail stiffener

must be used. The stiffener MUST be cut 1 1/2" shorter than the T-Rail.

upper screws first into underside of T-Rail and then install screws on the side.

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Installing Balusters 27. Slide remaining balusters into bottom rail until balusters are fully seated.

T-Rail Upper Post Stair Bracket

T-Rail Lower Post Stair Bracket

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Attachment of T-Rail to Post 28. P lace T-Rail onto

Attaching Post Caps and Installing Foot Block 30. S ecure post caps with

balusters, allowing the T-Rail to rest on the surface of the balusters.

silicone or PVC adhesive. (apply adhesive on the inside self-centering/

corner tabs). Attach foot block per foot block instructions.

TIP: Pre-drill prior to screw installation using a 7/64" drill bit .

NOTE: Clean up any excess adhesive before it dries.

29a

29b

29a.A ttach stair T-Rail bracket to upper post using two #9-16 x 2 " wood screws (provided) . 29b. A ttach stair T-Rail bracket to lower post using two #9-16 x 2 " wood screws (provided) .

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