Installation Instructions

Installation Tips:

• When measuring for post installation, the measurement listed is from the center

of one post to the center of the next, NOT the inside post distance from each post.

• It may be necessary to cut the rails to balance the sections properly. Always

cut equal lengths from each end of the rails so the spindles are well centered.

• If trimming a section is needed, be sure to remove the steel insert before cutting.

DO NOT cut the steel insert near the PVC plastic as the steel debris can cause

damage to the plastic.

• Plan and draw out your railing project, (to scale) with the actual measurements of your

deck or balcony with the location of the railings that need to be installed.

• When steel reinforcement inserts are cut, you must apply an anti-rust primer to the

cut end to avoid corrosion.

• If you need to comply to ICC-ES AC174 building code requirements, you MUST install 1.5 in.

screws on each side of the rail brackets.

(Refer to the white instruction sheet in the screws bag).

1. Plan and measure for best results. The

maximum distance each railing can cover

is 72" from center post to center post.

Divide the total distance (in inches) of any

side of your deck by 96 to see how many

sections are required. Ideally, all sections

of railing should be of the same length

(See Fig 1.) Rail sections can always be

cut shorter to a desired length.

2. Mark the locations of all center

posts. Then select a starting point

at either end of the railing.

4. Slide Vinyl Post Sleeve (B) over the post.

5. Repeat steps 1-4 for the next center

post in your layout.

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96"

XX X

Fig. 1Fig. 1

Fig. 2Fig. 2

3. Place the Steel Post Insert (A) at

your starting location. Using a level,

ensure the post is plumb. Shim

with washers if needed. See