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1: Measure rail opening. Cut 2x4's (or 5/4" boards) rails to length. Attach outside top and bottom rails to the post. See Cad Diagram at Step 6.
Note: Scenic balusters are installed by sandwiching them in between rail boards. Typically sandwiching 2x4s work better with 6"x6" post and 5/4" boards works better with 4"x4" post. For Various Rail to Post configuration, see Cad Diagram. For composite rails, use diagram "A" (face mount the inside face rail on the inside of post). Check with local code officials for appropriate fasteners for the Railing to Post attachment. Six Foot (6') is the maximum recommended span for railings.
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2: Measure and mark center of top and bottom rails. Attach first glass baluster. Screw down each screw until rubber grommet starts to mushroom.
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3: Attach rest of balusters using separator, like a 2x4. Ideally you average the length of the railing opening to get an even amount to separate each baluster. Then cut the board separator to the proper width.
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4: Install the inside top 2x4 (or 5/4") face rail. This will cover the top portion of the balusters.
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5: Install inside bottom 2x4 (or 5/4") rail covering the bottom portion of the balusters.
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Note: Place support block under railing every 18" to help support railing. Block is to be placed in-between bottom rail and decking. Screw block into both decking and railing. See Cad Diagram above. Please check with Local building Codes before Beginning and Project. Due to differing conditions, tools and individual skills, Deckorators assumes no responsibility for any damages or injuries.
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