Natural Rail INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Natural Railing Installation Instructions - Line
Required Tools and Supplies: Natural Top Rail Profile
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Power Drill 1/8-in Drill Bit #2 Square Head Bit Protective Eye Wear Tape Measure Level
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Screw Driver, Phillips #2 Speed Square Miter Saw Pencil Adjustable Square
Natural Bottom Rail Profile
Railing component list for each section: Post Sleeve Cap
Top Rail Metal Bracket
Top Rail
Post Sleeve
Post Sleeve Collar
Square Balusters
Bottom Rail Metal Bracket
Crush Blocks
Bottom Rail
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. When railing span is greater than the distance between posts, trim both top and bottom rail ends to maintain uniform baluster spacing. Slide Post Sleeve Collar over each post prior to installing bottom rails and press securely into place.
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NO 2-in minimum from rail end to hole
Rail Installation: Trim both ends of rail to maintain uniform baluster spacing. Ensuring trim mark does not create an open baluster mount hole at the bracket is critical; adjust accordingly noting uniform baluster spacing.
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Natural Railing Installation Instructions - Line
Maximum length between posts: 6-ft Rail = 72-in Natural Top and Bottom Rail Bracket (3 screws attach to rail, 2 screws to post)
2-in Post Screws
NOTE: Rail lengths will vary slightly due to manufacturing processes. Make sure rails are cut properly to correct length, and with hole pattern centered between posts before securing.
1-in Rail Screws
Complete hardware for rail section
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Predrill Screw Holes
Secure Bracket with Screws provided
Install 4x4 posts in the pre-determined locations, cover with post sleeve and verify spacing. Posts should be plumb in both directions. If using post sleeve collar, slide collar over post sleeve prior to installing rails. NOTE: If using the post sleeve collar, make sure to position and glue collars in place prior to securing the bottom rail.
After carefully measuring between level and plumb posts, cut top and bottom rails to length. Slide bottom rail brackets over ends of bottom rail. Inset the bracket 1/32-in -1/16-in from the end of rail (NOTE: the bottom rail bracket is attached to the underside, not the edge with the baluster holes). This is to ensure that the brackets pull the rails tight during securing. Using the bottom rail bracket as a template, Mark the hole locations. Predrill the holes with a 1/8-in bit, then secure with supplied 1-in screws.
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Natural Railing Installation Instructions - Line
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Using the supplied crush block and a level, position the bottom rail between the posts. Use a pencil to mark the bracket holes on post. Remove the bottom rail and Bracket, and pre-drill all holes with 1/8-in bit (bracket shown in place for clarity). Replace the bottom rail and bracket, and secure with supplied 2-in screws.
Inset top brackets 1/32-in – 1/16-in from the end of top rail. Predrill with 1/8-in bit, then secure brackets with supplied 1-in screws.
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Fully insert the first baluster in each end of the secured bottom rail. If using round metal balusters, place rail inserts for round balusters into the top and bottom rail routed holes. Place round metal baluster through the inserts. (Round balusters must be a minimum of 32-in long). Lower the top rail and brackets over the balusters, making sure they fully insert into the top rail. Check for level, then locate the screw holes on the posts.
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Natural Railing Installation Instructions - Line
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Natural Railing Installation Instructions - Angle
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Complete the assembly by positioning and gluing post caps and crush block with quality exterior adhesive.
Center the top rail on the post, then mark the position of the holes. Predrill with 1/8in bit (TIP: using an extended bit allows greater clearance from the balusters and top rail). Insert all remaining balusters into the bottom rail, then carefully lower the top rail and brackets into place. Check for level, then secure top rail to post with supplied 2-in screws.
Angle Bracket (Available Special Order)
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Natural Railing Installation Instructions - Stair
Maximum length of rail for even Baluster spacing between Post Sleeves: 6-ft Rail: 66 1/4-in
NOTE: The slope of the stairs can be 30-36 degrees (an 11-in run and a 7-in rise results in a 32 degree slope).
Natural Top and Bottom Stair Bracket (3 screws attach to rail, 2 screws to post)
NOTE: Rail lengths will vary slightly due to manufacturing processes. Make sure rails are cut properly to correct length, and with hole pattern centered between posts before securing.
NOTE: If using the post sleeve collar, make sure to position and glue collars in place prior to securing the bottom rail.
Maximum inside distance between Post Sleeves: 6-ft Rail = 56 3/16-in
1-in Rail Screws
Complete hardware for stair section 1
Install 4x4 posts in the pre-determined locations, cover with post sleeve and verify spacing. Posts should be plumb in both directions. If using post sleeve collar, slide collar over post sleeve prior to installing rails.
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2-in Post Screws
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Measure the distance between installed posts at various locations. The measurement should not vary by more than 1/16-in. Begin by establishing the stair angle. Lay a 2x4 or other continuous straight-edge over the nose of the stairs, and supporting the bottom rail. Transfer the angle, top and bottom, making sure to position the hole pattern evenly between the posts. Align the top rail with the bottom rail to ensure the baluster holes will align properly before cutting. Cut rail ends to establish angle.
Place the bottom rail routed holes downward. Using a bracket as a template, locate the holes 1/32-in –1/16-in from end of rail. Predrill with 1/8-in. drill bit, then secure with supplied screws.
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Natural Railing Installation Instructions - Stair
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Support the bottom rail between the posts at the appropriate height. Mark hole locations using the bracket as a template. Predrill holes with 1/8-in drill bit, and secure with supplied screws. TIP: the use of a flexible shaft driver or extra long extension may help securing the brackets to the posts.
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Using the top bracket as a template, locate and mark holes, and predrill with a 1/8-in drill bit. Secure the brackets using supplied screws.
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Starting from one end and working towards the other and with all balusters in place, lower the top rail and brackets into position, guiding the balusters into the top rail Inserts. Predrill the holes for the brackets and secure using the supplied pan head screws. TIP: it may be necessary to use a flexible shaft and/or extension to drive screws.
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After securing the bottom rail, insert the proper baluster adapter into the holes closest to the posts at both ends. NOTE: if using square or turned balusters, transfer the angle from cutting the rail to cutting the ends of the balusters. It is critical that all balusters are the same length and angle for best appearance. Round balusters will not require angle cutting the ends. Fully insert a baluster at both ends of the bottom rail. TIP: pinching the adapter wings inward makes insertion easier.
Complete the stair installation by gluing the post caps and crush block in place using a quality exterior adhesive.
Lower the top rail between the posts, fully inserting the balusters. Using the top bracket as a template, mark the hole locations. Remove the top rail and predrill the holes with a 1/8-in drill bit.
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Natural Railing Installation Instructions - ClearVisionSystem
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Center the top aluminum CVS rail, and secure using six of the supplied self drilling screws #10 x 1 in. (3 cm). Note: Prepare top rail and bottom rail following standard 6 ft. line railing installation instructions prior to CVS installation. Note: CVS Panels are for maximum railing lengths of 6 ft., line installation only.
Top Channel
Secure aluminum CVS rail using six of the supplied self drilling screws #10 x 1 in. (3 cm).
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Measure 30 in. (76 cm) up from the top of the bottom rail and mark a light line. Align the bottom of the top rail with the line, center the top rail on the post, then mark the position of the holes. Pre-drill the holes.
Bottom Channel
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Center aluminum CVS rail on bottom rail across the face and end-to end. Allow a minimum or 3 in. (8 cm) from end of CVS rail to post, but not more than 4 in. (10 cm), to allow for air/wind flow-through.
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Inset top brackets 1/32-in – 1/16-in from the end of top rail. Predrill with 1/8-in bit, then secure brackets with supplied 1-in screws.
Secure top rail to post using supplied #10 x 2 in. (5 cm) screws.
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Natural Railing Installation Instructions - ClearVisionSystem
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Insert the bottom CVS receiving channel into the bottom aluminum CVS rail. An audible “click” should be heard when properly inserted 8
Insert the top CVS receiving channel into the top aluminum CVS rail. An audible “click” should be heard when properly inserted. 9
Center the acrylic panel over the bottom seal, then gently pull it downward until fully seated.
When properly seated in the bottom rail there should be roughly 3/8 in. (10 mm) space above the top of the acrylic panel.
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Insert the acrylic sheet by angling it upwards from the deck side of the guardrail. 10
Gently push the acrylic sheet fully into the top seal until it’s fully inserted into the top rail. It should just be able to swing over the bottom seal when correctly spaced.
Complete the installation by gluing post caps in place.
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Design Grid
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