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Preparation and Substructure Inspection
- Review materials and E2A Rail Kit Series installation instructions to ensure all necessary materials are present prior to beginning installation.
- Review outer deck framing details and determine post placement. Solid structural blocking is required at all post locations. Typical rail centerline is 3”
from outer deck edge; however, rail centerline can be adjusted to suit field conditions.
Tools required for assembly
Prior to construction, check with your local regulatory agency for special code requirements in your area.Common railing height is 36”. Never span
railing posts more than 6’ on-center. Read instructions completely to get an understanding of how the product goes together and how each piece affects the
other.
Locate and Install Posts
The center of the rail is typically spaced 3” from deck edge; however, this may be adjusted to suit field conditions. Never span posts further than 6′
on-center. Shim posts as needed to ensure they are plumb and level in all directions. Predrill pilot holes through deck boards to prevent splitting at lag bolt
locations. Drill pass through holes for installation of hex bolts at post mounting bracket locations (Detail B in Step 1).
*** NOTE***
Use one - #12 x 3/4” screw provided fastened through center hole location to hold post mounting bracket in position below while installing stainless steel
hex bolts from above (Step 3). Install posts using E2A Rail Kit Series post mounting hardware for typical installations into solid wood applications. 2-1/2”
post kits includes post mounting hardware and post caps. The drain hole on the side of each post should face toward the outside of deck.
STEP 1
Install Top Stair Posts (if applicable)
On decks with stairs present, begin by installing the posts at top of stair locations as shown. (Refer to Detail B in Step 1 for mounting details.)
STEP 2
Install Bottom Stair Posts (if applicable)
Temporarily install bottom stair posts using 1/4” x 2” stainless steel lags as shown, so rail centerline aligns with top stair posts installed in Step
1.
STEP 3
3-Install End Posts
Install end posts using E2A Rail Kit Series post mounting hardware.
STEP 4
Install 90-Degree Corner Posts
Install 90-degree corner posts using E2A Rail Kit Series post mounting hardware. Install three 1/4” x 3-1/2” stainless steel lags provided to outer
rim joist locations and two - 1/4” x 4-1/2” stainless steel hex bolts provided as shown at inside corner location. Offset mounting bracket below to
suit field conditions.
STEP 5
Install 45-Degree Corner Posts
Install 45-degree corner posts using E2A Rail Kit Series post mounting hardware. (Post dissects corner.)
STEP 6
Locate and Install Center Posts
There are two methods of locating and positioning center posts, which will determine your final railing layout.
***NOTE***
The different installation methods noted below MAY reflect different material requirements. Original estimated materials on hand may dictate which method can be
selected (unless additional materials are purchased).
Option 1 (Recommended)
Loosely lay all center posts over deck edge as shown (6′0” on-center/69-1/2” between posts). Position center posts so that full panels can be
installed in the center of the run. Position posts in opening to allow for equal rail spacing at each end as shown. Adjust posts to suit desired layout. Mark posts
locations on deck surface and install all center posts to blocking below using E2A Rail Kit Series post mounting hardware (Detail 6C).
Option 2 (Optional)
Loosely lay all center posts over deck edge creating equal openings as shown. Next, use the rail insert as a guide to make final adjustment to center post locations
so that baluster openings are located a minimum of 2” from edge of post. This will ensure balusters do not interfere with top and bottom connectors. Adjust
end openings to suit desired layout. Mark post locations on deck surface and install all center posts to blocking below using E2A Rail Kit Series post mounting
hardware (Detail 6C).
STEP 7
Install Post Caps
Use a silicone sealant to firmly secure post caps to posts.
Install Railing Between Posts
STEP 8
Assembly of Top and Bottom Rails
Install plastic insert into top and bottom rails and snap the rail insert into place.
STEP 9
Cut Top and Bottom Rails
Measure the distance between posts. Mark the rail with the proper length. Position the rail so the distance between the post and the first baluster opening at
each end is a minimum of 2”, and is equal at both ends. Deduct 3/8” from both ends to allow clearance for the connectors. Cut the top and bottom rail
assemblies.
STEP 10
Rail Assembly
Install balusters through baluster openings in the rail insert in top and bottom rails (Detail 10A). Once all balusters are installed, use rope to temporarily
hold railing together while moving railing into position between posts (Detail 10B). Insert 2-1/2” support leg into bottom rail. The mounting hole faces inwards
toward the deck surface. Slide top and bottom connectors over open ends of rails.
STEP 11
Installing Railing
Position the railing between posts. Level the railing and secure top and bottom connectors to post using 2 - #12 x 3/4” stainless steel screws (Step 11).
Pre-drill 1/8” hole through the underside of the top connector into the top rail. Attach top connector to top rail using one #12 x 1-3/4” mill finish
stainless steel screw (Detail 11 B). Center the support leg and fasten to decking.
STEP 12
Repeat Step 11 until all rail panels are installed in remaining openings.
STEP 11
Inspect and confirm all fasteners are installed in system.