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RAILING GUIDE

RAILING GUIDE
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RAILING GUIDE

Product catalog summary
Introduction
This document is a comprehensive guide to Trex railing products, designed to assist in selecting the right railing system for various design preferences and budget constraints. It highlights the importance of railings as both a design feature and a building code requirement.
Comparison Chart
A comparison chart is included to outline the features and benefits of the different Trex railing lines: Signature, Transcend, and Select, catering to diverse design tastes and budgets.
Trex Signature® Railing
The Signature line is noted for its contemporary design and strength, featuring powder-coated aluminum rails that resist fading and corrosion, with options for mesh and glass panel infills.
Trex Transcend® Railing
The Transcend line offers flexibility with mix-and-match infills and rails, providing a wide range of color combinations and is designed for strength and durability.
Trex Select® Railing
Select railing simplifies design with composite rails and baluster choices, available in Classic and T-Rail configurations, making it affordable and easy to install for DIY enthusiasts.
Railing Enhancements
Enhancements such as cocktail railing, lighting, handrails, and gates allow for a customized outdoor area.
Product SKUs and Components
Detailed information on product SKUs and components for each railing line is provided, including post components and available colors.
Trex® Outdoor Lighting™
Lighting options enhance the aesthetic and functionality of the railing systems.
Aluminum ADA Compliant Handrail and Gates
These components ensure accessibility and safety, complying with ADA standards.
Warranties
All Trex railing lines are backed by a 25-Year Limited Residential Warranty, offering peace of mind for homeowners.
Tools and Installation
The guide includes information on required tools and offers pre-designed railing kits to simplify installation.
Conclusion
Trex railing products offer a range of styles, materials, and enhancements to suit any home design, emphasizing the importance of considering style, materials, budget, complexity, and additional features when selecting a railing system.
Detailed Specifications
The document provides detailed specifications for Trex Transcend Railing systems, including infill kits, rail kits, and post components, with dimensions and applications for each component.
Accessory Infill Kits
Three main types of infill kits are described: Square Composite Baluster, Round Aluminum Baluster, and Glass Panel Infill Kits, available in 6' and 8' lengths for horizontal and stair applications.
Rail Kits
Trex offers Classic Rail & Baluster Kits and T-Rail & Baluster Kits, designed for simplified applications, available in 6' and 8' lengths with heights of 36" and 42".
Post Components
Details on various post components, including post sleeves, caps, and skirts, are provided, with specifications for aluminum surface mount and joist mount posts.
Railing Enhancements
Enhancements such as outdoor lighting and aluminum gates improve functionality and aesthetics, compatible with all Trex railing lines.
Specifications and Dimensions
Detailed dimensions and item numbers ensure accurate selection and installation, with an emphasis on consulting local building departments for project design and material specification reviews.
Product Specifications
Includes T-Rail Bracket Packs, lighting components, ADA-compliant handrail systems, and gate rail kits, with specific dimensions and color options.
Warranty Information
Trex offers a limited warranty covering material defects, with specific terms for residential and commercial applications, and outlines the claim procedure.
Installation and Maintenance
Products must be installed and maintained according to Trex's guidelines to ensure warranty validity, with specific cleaning guidelines for installations near saltwater or other contaminants.
Warranty and Claims
The document outlines remedies for products that fail to conform to the limited warranty, with a prorated recovery table from year eleven onwards.
Customer Support and Tools
Customers can contact the Customer Experience Center for guidance, with various tools and resources available, including installation instructions and visualization apps.
Product Offerings
Trex offers a range of products including decking, railing, lighting, fascia, kitchens, furniture, pergolas, drainage systems, spiral stairs, cornhole, lattice, cladding, hidden fasteners, and fencing.
Brand and Contact Information
Trex is a registered trademark, with contact information provided and encouragement to share builds on social media.
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Catalog excerpts

RAILING GUIDE-2

TREX RAILING What all the best decks are wearing Comparison Chart Trex Signature® Railing Product Options Trex Transcend® Railing Product Options Trex Select® Railing Product Options Trex Decking & Railing Duos Railing Enhancements Product SKUs Trex Post Components Signature Transcend Select Trex® Outdoor Lighting™ Aluminum ADA Compliant Handrail Aluminum Gates

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Three lines, ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES EFFORTLESS STYLE, EXCEPTIONAL STRENGTH With railing options for all tastes and budgets, it’s never been easier to make the Trex decision that’s right for you™. Let these pages guide you through the selection process, whether railing is a major design feature of your project or the means to meeting building codes. FORGET SEASONAL UPKEEP Our low-maintenance, high-performance railing needs no painting, sealing or staining. Pre-designed railing kits in our most popular looks keep things simple. I N N OVAT E W I T H O U T WA S T E All of our eco-friendly railing...

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RAILING considerations THINK ABOUT STYLE CHOOSE MATERIALS Our railing lines provide a range of styles to suit any home. Does yours lean traditional, modern or somewhere in between? The choice between an aluminum, composite and mixed materials look is a foundational design decision. STAY WITHIN BUDGET CONSIDER COMPLEXITY Determine what you’re willing to spend and plan accordingly. We have an option for every wallet. Which will you prioritize for the project: more color and material options or an easier selection process? Complete your outdoor area with cocktail railing, lighting, handrails, gates...

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EFFORTLESS STYLE, EXCEPTIONAL STRENGTH Imagine top-tier durability and the refined beauty of negative space. Our four contemporary Trex Signature options feature powder-coated aluminum rails that resist fading and corrosion, as well as unique infills to frame the view. posts: Signature in BK rail kit: Signature Rod Rail in BKBK Platinum PL (rods only) Stainless Steel SS (mesh infill) Glass (infill) posts: Trex Post Components in VL rail kit: Signature Aluminum in BK posts: Signature in BK rail kit: Signature Glass in BK infill: Glass panel posts: Signature in BZ rail kit: Signature Mesh in BZ...

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T I M E L E S S D E S I G N Y O U C A N T R U S T—A N D TA I LO R No other line offers the freedom to mix and match infill and rails like Trex Transcend. As strong and sturdy as its namesake decking, Transcend puts every color combination within reach. Get style-specific or eliminate the guesswork with pre-designed kits. posts: Trex Post Components in WT rails: Transcend Crown top and Universal top/bottom in VL infill: Round aluminum balusters in BZ posts: Trex Post Components in WT rails: Transcend Crown top and Universal top/bottom in WT infill: Square composite balusters in WT posts: Trex...

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T H E S I M P L E C H O I C E F O R Y O U R B AC K YA R D Why overthink what works? Trex Select streamlines the design process by combining composite rails with your choice of balusters. Now available in Classic and T-Rail configurations for an affordable, easy-to-install option perfect for any DIYer. posts: Trex Post Components in WT rail kit: Select Classic in WT with round aluminum balusters in BK posts: Trex Post Components in WT rail kit: Select T-Rail in WT with square composite balusters in WT posts: Trex Post Components in WT rail kit: Select Classic in WT with round aluminum balusters...

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ALUMINUM RAILING MESH RAILING GLASS RAILING RAIL KITS RAIL KITS POSTS & RAILS Round aluminum balusters Round aluminum balusters Mesh panel Glass panel Square composite balusters Aluminum rods CUSTOM ROUTE Composite Aluminum 1 Square aluminum balusters Rails also compatible with composite Trex Post Components. Signature Aluminum Railing with round aluminum balusters is only available in Charcoal Black. To complete your rail section, visit glass.trex.com 4 See trex.com for more information on curving Trex Railing. 1 A cocktail rail uses Trex Transcend or Select deck boards to turn your railing...

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Look A: Aluminum Posts Look B: Composite Posts Keep it consistent with aluminum posts and rails, Create a mixed materials look with Trex Post Components available in three powder-coated colors. and aluminum rails. The addition of composite allows for even more color combinations. POST SLEEVE ALUMINUM POST + CAP & SKIRT R A I L K I T: TO P R A I L , BOTTOM RAIL, INFILL POST SLEEVE SKIRT R A I L K I T: T O P R A I L , BOTTOM RAIL, INFILL M E S H O R G L A S S I N F I L L PA N E L ALUMINUM RAILING ALUMINUM RAILING First color denotes rails; second color denotes infill. MESH RAILING Mesh is 316 mill-finish...

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Product Options ALUMINUM JOIST MOUNT POST Use with steel deck framing or wood framing. Continue with Step 1+2 to pick your aluminum posts. Jump to Steps 1, 2a and 2b on page 22 to pick your composite posts. STEP 1+2: PICK AN ALUMINUM POST STYLE ALUMINUM POST Use for a traditional aluminum post look. ALUMINUM POST WITH PREMOUNTED BRACKETS Use for simple and quick post applications. ALUMINUM CROSSOVER POST Use for a continuously graspable top rail. Simplify Step 3 by choosing Assembled Square Baluster Panels, shown on page 23. Heights Horizontal, Stair* *Stair crossover applications can only be...

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S T E P S 1 , 2 A , 2 B : PICK A COMPOSITE POST STYLE S T E P 3 : GO WITH A RAIL KIT ALUMINUM RAIL & SQUARE BALUSTER KIT POST SLEEVE Each 4" x 4" and 6" x 6" post sleeve fits over a 4" x 4" pressure treated post or equivalent post mount. 6" x 6" width only available in Classic White. Horizontal, Stair ALUMINUM RAIL & ROUND BALUSTER KIT POST SLEEVE CAP 6" x 6" width only available in Classic White. Opt for a post cap light variation. Details on page 59. Horizontal, Stair A S S E M B L E D S Q U A R E B A L U S T E R PA N E L Use for simple and quick rail applications. Brackets sold separately....

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Horizontal, Stair First color denotes rails; second color denotes infill. Mesh infill sold separately. Continue to Step 4 to complete your build. Horizontal, Stair G L A S S I N F I L L PA N E L Visit glass.trex.com to order custom glass panels to complete your build. Horizontal, Stair GLASS RAIL KIT Glass infill sold separately. Continue to Step 4 to complete your build. Additional Specs 36" (914 mm) high rail: 1/4" x 32-5/16" x 67" max. (6 mm x 821 mm x 1702 mm) 42" (1067 mm) high rail: 1/4" x 38-5/16" x 67" max. (6 mm x 973 mm x 1702 mm) Want an additional surface for drinks, planters and...

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*Prices are pre-tax. They exclude delivery charges and customs duties and do not include additional charges for installation or activation options. Prices are indicative only and may vary by country, with changes to the cost of raw materials and exchange rates.