Installation Guide
36   © 2019 Fortress Framing, LLC   Rev6-10/10/19
Surface Mount Post—Side of Deck 
Post to Frame Connecons 
Cut (2) pieces of blocking using the Evoluon 2x6 Joist. Posion and install using (4) F50 brackets according to 
the required hole spacing of the surface mount post. Install with Evoluon F50 Brackets using the Evoluon Self
-Drilling Screw. 
Posion the surface mount post and mark the hole locaon 
Drill out the holes using a drill and a 3/8” x 8” long drill bit. 
TOP VIEW 
INSTALLATION ALERT: Install deck boards BEFORE posioning 
surface mount post and marking holes.  
Insert 3/8” x 8” bolt and washer thru the drilled hole 
This installaon assumes an addional joist was added to length of the deck to support the railing post          
connecon and the decking picture framing board.  If that Joist is not in place just proceed with the installaon. 










