Installation Guide

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Install four 2" screws though the bottom of the
top rail brackets into handrail. Pre-drill all four
holes with a 5/32" drill bit. Install the fi rst two
screws straight (90 degrees) through the pre-drilled
holes in the bottom of the bracket. Install the next
two screws at 45 degrees through the brackets into
the post, starting with the dimples on the bottom
of the top rail bracket.
For angled rail installation other than at 90
degrees or 180 degrees, purchase left to right angle
brackets. Follow previous steps.
During step 2 install bases at respective heights
instead of dovetails.
During step 5 mark approximately 2" from the end
of the post to allow for bracket clearance and
expansion. (This distance may vary depending on
individual installation.)
After step 10 slide provided pins in top/bottom
angle brackets to lock angle brackets to base.
TEMPORARY
DECK BOARD
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Closely follow Post Install Kit installation instructions
(or sleeve existing wood 4x4 with Post Jacket)
This guide outlines installation methods for installing Premier Railing stair kits in a variety of angles.
It is very important to identify the angle of your stairs, as the installation methods vary depending on what angle the stair is.
Within the following steps, be sure to pay close attention to the placement and utilization of the "stair angle template" to ensure you mark and cut your
rails correctly, and note orientation of all brackets and railing in the supporting images.
Within the following steps, be sure to pay close attention to the placement and utilization of the "stair angle template" to ensure you mark and cut your
rails correctly, and note orientation of all brackets and railing in the supporting images.
Within the following steps, be sure to pay close attention to the placement and utilization of the "stair angle template" to ensure you mark and cut your
Temporarily secure a deck board (5/4") to your stair treads to
determine the spacing between the nose of the stairs and your
bottom rail.
Place bottom rail on board and center the routes between
posts making sure to leave equal distance from baluster route
to post on both top and bottom. Mark the bottom rail using
inside edge of posts.
For Stair Railing: