Installation Guide

Find the 1/3 and 2/3 points for the two crush

blocks (provided) to be installed. Placement

can varry based on stair tread height and

depth. Ensure that the Crush block placement

is no higher than 6-in. from step surface.

Approximate 1/3 and 2/3

with even baluster count

Position and support the bottom U-channel

between the stair posts. Starting from the top,

secure the bracket using the supplied #10 x

2-1/2-in. screws. Do not over tighten.

Secure the bottom rail using the supplied #10

x 2-1/2-in. self-drilling screws.

Note: As stair angles increase, it may help to

mark the holes rst, then move the bracket

out of the way to partially start the drilling tip

through the post sleeve prior to fully inserting

the screws.

Using a utility knife, carefully remove the four

tabs on the perimeter of the crush block

holder.

Note: The angled crush block will not t in the

holder properly if holder is oriented with the

baluster opening facing either towards the

deck or towards the yard.

Position crush block at the points marked on

the bottom of the U-channel. Transfer both

“V” hole locations to the U-channel. Drill with

3/16-in. bit.

Secure crush block holder to U-channel with

two #8 x 1-in. self-drilling ﬂat head screws. Do

not over tighten.

Before assembling the crush block, transfer

the stair angle to the end of the crush block

and cut to desired length.

Secure crush block to crush block holder

using a supplied #8 ﬂat head screw. Do not

over tighten.

The most recent installation instructions can be found on our website.

Please visit https://www.ﬁberondecking.com/resources/installation-instructions or call Consumer and Technical Support at 800-573-8841.

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