Installation Guide

ANGLE BRACKET INSTALLATION
Step 1: Install bottom angle bracket.
Measure up 2-1/8 in. from the deck surface and make a horizontal line with a
pencil onto the post (Figure 1). Locate the BOTTOM edge of the backing plate
along the horizontal line. Take care to ensure the backing plate is centered on
the post, with the two mounting holes side-by-side. Mark the center of the two
mounting holes located inside the backing plate against the post.
Locate the backing plate over the marked mounting holes, and install two #10
x 3/4 in. screws through the backing plate and into the aluminum post. Do not
overtighten screws.
NOTE: If installing into a wood post, use two #12 x 2 in. pan head screws.
Pre-drill the marked holes with a 1/8 in. drill bit. See "Aluminum Rail
Installation with Fiberon Composite Post Sleeves" for more detailed
instructions when installing into a wood post.
Slide the bottom rail end cap into the backing plate. Secure with two #10 x
1/2 in. screws through the backing plate holes and into the bottom rail cap’s
pre-drilled holes (Figure 2). A third #10 x 1/2 in. screw is supplied to fill the end
cap’s side pre-drilled hole, if so desired.
Step 2: Install top angle bracket.
Measure up 30-1/8 in., for 36 in. rail height, or 36-1/8 in., for 42 in. rail height,
from the top of the installed bottom backing plate and make a horizontal line
with a pencil onto the post. Locate the BOTTOM edge of the backing plate
along the horizontal line. Take care to ensure the backing plate is centered on
the post, with the two mounting holes side-by-side (Figure 3). Mark the center
of the two mounting holes located inside the backing plate against the post.
Locate the backing plate over the marked mounting holes, and install two #10
x 3/4 in. screws through the backing plate and into the aluminum post. Do not
overtighten screws.
NOTE: If installing into a wood post, use two #12 x 2 in. pan head screws.
Pre-drill the marked holes with a 1/8 in. drill bit.
Slide the top rail end cap into the backing plate. Secure with two #10 x 1/2 in.
screws through the backing plate holes and into the top rail cap’s pre-drilled
holes (Figure 4). A third #10 x 1/2 in. screw is supplied to fill the end cap’s side
pre-drilled hole, if so desired.
Figure 1 Figure 2
Figure 4
2-1/8 in.
Figure 3
30-1/8 in.
(36 in. rail height)
36-1/8 in.
(42 in. rail height)
TOOLS REQUIRED
• Power drill
• 1/8 in. drill bit for (optional pilot hole pre-drilling)
• Tape measure
• Screwdriver or power drill for T25 Torx screws
• Safety glasses
• Pencil
• Speed Square
TIPS
The most recent installation instructions
can be found on our website. Please visit
fiberondecking.com or call customer
service at 800-573-8841.
PRIOR TO INSTALLING:
Please consult local zoning laws in regards to load requirements, overall height requirements, and bottom space requirements for rails. All supporting structures must
be in accordance with applicable building codes. Neighborhood associations and / or historic districts may regulate size, placement and type of railing. Apply for
permits if required by local authorities and codes. Ensure compliance prior to installation. Local building code requirements will always supersede any and all suggested
procedures and measurements in the following installation. The following installation instructions are intended as a general guideline based on common building
practices used in railing installation.
NOTE: These instructions are applicable to each rail profile and
SKU numbers listed below:
CONTEMPORARY
• 13878
TRADITIONAL
• 10101
KIT CONTENTS
• Top Stair / Angle Bracket
• Bottom Stair / Angle Bracket
• (4) #10 x 3/4 in. Torx Screws
• (6) #10 x 1/2 in. Torx Screws (for end caps)
• (4) #12 x 2 in. pan head Torx Screws
(for backing plate into wood post)
• Instruction Sheet
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Aluminum Angle Bracket Installation
Creation Date: 06/23