Installation Guide
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Stair Code Compliance
In order to meet the AC174 Requirement for stair loading, follow one of the methods below:
3
2
1
AZEK 1x6 Decking 
attached to Stringers 
using (2) #7 x 2 1/4” 
Screws
Attach 2 x 4 treated pine 
centered under treads using 
pneumatic framing nailer. Nail 
positions as shown.
3 1/4” x .0131 roundrive 
framing nail in locations 
shown using pneumatic 
nailer. 
AZEK Deck Board 
attached to Stringers 
using 2 Screws/ 
Stringers.
Angle 
Brackets
AZEK Deck Board
(Typical)
AZEK Deck 
Tread
Treated Pine
Stair Stringer
9.00” 
Maximum
26.00” Minimum 
7.50”
4.25”
1.875”
49.5”
36”
24.0”
17.25”
Installing Stairs
• Stairs should be constructed per local code requirements. 
• Use AZEK ripped Rim Joist Covers for riser installation.










