Installation Guide

The 6 ft. rail length measures
66-1/4 in. from post to post
Maximum distance between post sleeves is
56-3/16 inches for a 6 ft. rail
Building codes are very specic on allowable
angles and widths. It is very important to
consult with your local building code ofcials
and plan your stair layout accordingly.
Ensure that you leave adequate space for
graspable hand rail if applicable. “Dry tting”
intermediate post placement will result in
easier and better looking installations, and
may avoid placement of post mounting
brackets in areas where screws cannot
attache to the guardrail.
Pre-drill holes with a 5/32 in. drill bit (bracket
shown for clarity).
Secure all brackets with supplied 1 in.
screws. Do not over tighten.
Note: The slope of the stairs can be 27 to
37 degrees.
Center the hole pattern between the posts
allowing a minimum 2-3/4 in. from rail end to
routed baluster insert holes.
Mark the angle on the bottom rail using the
inside of each post. Cut the bottom rail to
required length, and check for a snug t.
Install 4x4 posts in the pre-determined
locations, cover with post sleeve and verify
spacing. Posts should be plumb in both
directions. Place post sleeve base moulding
over post sleeve and slide it down to the
deck surface.
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Note: Rail lengths will vary slightly due to
manufacturing processes. Make sure rails
are cut properly to correct length.
Place the brackets on the at side of
the bottom rail (no holes), and inside the
channel of the top rail (with holes), making
sure to leave 1/32 in. to 1/16 in. space
from the cut edge of the rail. Using the
bracket as a template, mark the hole
locations.
Transfer the cut angle and cut top rail to
length.
Measure the distance from the cut bottom
rail end to the rst hole. Transfer the
dimension to the top rail, then align both
rails together.
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Stair Railing 6 ft. Installation Instructions
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