Installation Guide

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Begin line assembly by measuring &

cutting the rails to desired length, making

sure to center the baluster hole pattern on

the rails.

Use the brackets as templates and mark

the hole locations on the bottom rail and

top sub rail. Make sure that a minimum of

2-3/4" space is left from the end of the rail

to the rst baluster hole.

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Railing Installation Instructions - Composite Balusters

Prior to installing railing:

Please consult local zoning laws in regards to load requirements and bottom space requirements for rails. All supporting structures

must be in accordance with applicable building codes. Neighborhood associations and/or historic districts may regulate size, type,

placement and ability of railing. Apply for permits if required by local authorities and codes. Ensure compliance prior to installation.

Local building code requirements will always supersede any and all suggested procedures and measurements in the following

installation. The following installation instructions are intended as a general guideline based on common building practices used in

railing installation.

Measure & cut all balusters to the

desired length.

Lay out the bottom rail & top sub rail with

the balusters roughly aligned with the

predrilled holes.

Predrill the bracket holes using a 1/8" drill

bit. Make sure to only predrill 3/4" or the

hole may be visible from the top surface.

Use a pencil to mark the hole locations,

making sure to leave the bracket 1/32"-

1/16" short from the cut end.

Position the top of the balusters inside the

channel in the top sub rail, carefully aligning

the holes & fastener, and secure each with

1-3/4" (minimum) screws (hardware sold

separately).

Locate the holes and predrill the holes in

the top sub rail.

Install post trim. Secure all brackets using

3/4" screws (hardware sold separately).

(NOTE: Do not over tighten.)

Align the bottom balusters with the

predrilled holes. Make sure the rail channel

is facing away from the balusters.

Summary of content (5 pages)

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Railing Installation Instructions - Composite Balusters Prior to installing railing: Please consult local zoning laws in regards to load requirements and bottom space requirements for rails. All supporting structures must be in accordance with applicable building codes. Neighborhood associations and/or historic districts may regulate size, type, placement and ability of railing. Apply for permits if required by local authorities and codes. Ensure compliance prior to installation.
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7 TIP: only insert 1-3/4" (minimum) screws into the bottom end of the balusters part way (hardeware sold separately). This allows for easier alignment of upcoming balusters. Tighten all screws after each baluster is secured to bottom rail. 10 Predrill all holes with a 1/8" drill bit. 13 Remove the top rail and drill out the sub rail holes with a 7/32” drill bit. Secure the rail to assembly using four 1-3/4" screws (hardware sold separately). (NOTE: Do not over tighten.) 8 Install post trim.
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Stair Installation Instructions Prior to installing railing: Please consult local zoning laws in regards to load requirements and bottom space requirements for rails. All supporting structures must be in accordance with applicable building codes. Neighborhood associations and/or historic districts may regulate size, type, placement and ability of railing. Apply for permits if required by local authorities and codes. Ensure compliance prior to installation.
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7 Starting with the top sub-rail, secure each baluster using 1-3/4” (minimum) screws (hardware sold separately). The balusters will fit between the walls on the underside of the top sub-rail. 10 Also mark the locations of the top bracket. Slide trim onto post before attaching rail. 12 Secure the top bracket using 2” screws (hardware sold separately). 8 9 Secure the bottom rail to the balusters using 1-3/4” (minimum) screws (hardware sold separately).
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15 Predrill holes at 1/3 points and between the bracket and first baluster from each end using a 1/8” drill bit. Follow up with a 7/32” drill bit, drilling through the top sub rail only (this will allow screws to snug the top rail tightly). 16 Secure the top rail to the top sub rail using four 1-3/4” screws (hardware sold separately). (NOTE: It may be necessary to countersink using a 3/8” bit, not more than 1/4” deep.) www.verandadeck.