Installation Guide

22
LIGHTING
HOW TO INSTALL TREX
®
DECKLIGHTING™
PARTS
TOOLS NEEDED
A
B C D
x2x2
x2x2 x2x2 x2x2x2x2
A
x2x2
Riser Light
Deck Rail Light
Pyramid Post Cap Light
Recessed Deck Light
B C D
x2x2 x2x2 x2x2x2x2
Flat Post Cap Light
1/4"
(0.6 cm)
1"
(2.5 cm)
HELPFUL TIPS
» Leave slack in wire to make fixture terminations.
» Recessed lights work well spaced 4' (1.22 m) to
6' (1.83 m) on center around parameter of deck.
» Deck rail lights work well at changes in levels of
a deck—at the top or the bottom of the stairs,
or in place of post cap lights.
» Riser lights should be placed giving considerations
to local codes. If codes do not exist, access
adequate number and placement via darkness
evaluation prior to drilling.
» Drill holes perpendicular to the surface, being
careful to hold drill steady, to avoid producing
an enlarged hole. If hole is enlarged, light fixture
will have a loose fit. Use of a flexible outdoor
semi-permanent adhesive (silicone caulk)
may be required to anchor light in place.
» Riser and deck rail holes can be through holes.
However, recessed light holes should be drilled to
a depth of 3/4" (1.9 cm). Over-drilled recessed
light holes will require use of silicone caulk to
anchor light in place.
A
B
C
D
NOTE: It is recommended to install
wiring before decking and railing have been installed.
DO NOT run wires between joists and deck boards.
NOTE: Avoid railing brackets and locations for
deck rail lights when running wires up posts.
Lighting and Wiring Overview