Installation Guide

Prior to construction, check with your local regulatory agency for special
code requirements in your area. Common railing height is 36" or 42".
Read instructions completely to get an understanding of how the product goes
together and how each piece affects the other.
Step 1 Determine the number of railing posts needed for your deck. Post
spacing is 6'
or 8' on-center. Example: A 12x16 deck attached to a building with
a 4' access opening on one side will require a total of eight posts.
Step 2 Installing posts: Install posts by attaching the aluminum base to
the surface of the deck. Position the post so the fastener will go into the floor
joist, and make sure the decking is firmly attached to the joist at the location
of the posts. If necessary, use wood blocking as reinforcement underneath
the decking where the posts are located. Fasteners that hold the post base
to the surface should be able to secure to joist or reinforcement braces, not
just the decking itself. Note: When installing aluminum post on top of a wood
surface, screws must be lagged into at least 3" of solid wood. 5/4" or 1 ½" deck
boards do not provide sufficient material for a safe installation. If necessary, add
additional material to the underside of the surface.
Step 3 Position the post assembly onto the location where it will attached
to the deck. Four 11/32" diameter mounting holes are provided on the base.
When the final position is determined, mark the base hole locations. Remove
the post assembly and drill 15/64" holes in the marked locations into the deck
and reinforcement.
Step 4 Reposition the post assembly over the predrilled holes and insert the
fasteners (not included). Recommended fasteners: 4 – 5/16" x 4" or longer
stainless steel lag screws.
Step 5 Finish by sliding a post base trim (optional) over each post for a finished
look. Note: Installing the post base trim prior to installing the bottom rail is
recommended. However, the two-piece design does allow the installer to add
the post base trim after the rail has been installed. To install, apply a thin line of
clear exterior construction adhesive to the inside of the post trim where it will
contact the post sleeve and snap into place around the base of the post sleeve.
Step 6 Install baluster connectors to top and bottom rail using pre-drilled
holes. Do not over tighten.
Step 7 Measure the distance between installed posts to determine the length
In-Line Railing Installation Instructions
ALX CLASSIC COMPLETE KIT
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools and Items Needed
• Drill/power screwdriver
• Miter or circular saw
with carbide tip blade
• Marked speed square
• Carpenter’s level
• Carpenter’s pencil
• Adjustable wrench
or socket wrench for
bolts, etc.
• Safety glasses/
goggles
• Rubber mallet
• Tape measure
Post
Cap
Post
Post
Base Trim
ALX Classic
Rail
In-line
Bracket
Baluster
Connectors
Baluster
ALXClassic2.ai
ALXBalluster2.ai
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Contents
2 - 6' or 8' aluminum rails with baluster connectors installed
4 - line brackets
16 - #8 x 3/4" screws
4 - Christmas tree screws
15 - (satin black, matte black, or textured white) classic or estate balusters for 6' section
(20 balusters for 8' rail section)