#TREX SELECT RAILING WITH COCKTAIL RAIL HOW TO#
#TREX SELECT RAILING WITH COCKTAIL RAIL INSTALL#

Trex Signature Cocktail Rail Installation Secure boards to universal rails from the underside of the railing into the bottom of the deck board with 1-5/8' pan-head screws (not provided), approximately every 16' on center.Īfter you've completed these steps, you're all set to place the baluster spacers and then attach your balusters and spacers.įor additional details and visuals of this installation process, refer to the Trex Transcend Installation Instructions for Level and Stair applications. Attach boards on each post with Trex recommended composite screws (two screws per post as well as each board end). Place deck boards over the universal rails. Attach the universal rail to the railing support brackets with three self-drilling screws provided (use three outer holes do not use the hole in the railing support bracket that is closest to the post). Place the inverted universal rail onto the railing support brackets.

#TREX SELECT RAILING WITH COCKTAIL RAIL INSTALL#

Install your cocktail rail on your Trex Transcend deck only after your posts are installed, post sleeves and post skirts are added, posts are cut to the desired height, railing support brackets are installed, railings and baluster spacers are cut as required, foot blocks are attached to the bottom rails, and the universal bottom rail is attached. Important: Only use 4x4 pressure-treated posts (3.5' nominal square) and 4x4 Trex post sleeves (optional). Trex post mounts or joist mount posts cannot be used with Transcend cocktail railing. Trex Transcend Cocktail Rail Installation Make sure to use the Trex recommended composite screws to attach the boards to the posts (you will need two screws per board end).įor more detailed information as well as visuals on this installation process, refer to the Trex Select Installation Instructions for Level and Stair applications. DO NOT overtighten.Īfter you've completed these steps, you're all set to attach the brackets to the rails, assemble the railing sections, install the railing sections to the posts, and attach the deck board to the posts. Screws are to be installed inside the baluster holes into the deck board. Secure deck board to Trex Select top rail with 3/4' screws provided, approximately every 16' on center. Place inverted Trex Select top rail (orient properly so baluster holes are shown top side up) on the deck board, centered in both directions to allow final attachment to post. Place inverted deck board (top side of deck board face down) on a clean, flat surface. Deck boards must cover half of the pressure-treated post to allow for fastening later. Now you're ready to move on to the cocktail rail installation.Ĭut deck boards to the appropriate length of railing span, remembering to include extra space on each side of the deck board to allow for attachment to the post. Trex post mounts or joist mount posts cannot be used with a Trex Select cocktail railing.īefore installing your Trex cocktail rail on your Trex Select deck, make sure your posts are installed, post sleeves and post skirts are added, the posts are cut to the desired height, railings are cut appropriately, and you've attached the foot blocks to the bottom rails. Important: Only use 4x4 pressure-treated posts (3.5' nominal square) and 4x4 Trex post sleeves (optional). Don't worry, it's easier than you think! Trex Select Cocktail Rail Installation

#TREX SELECT RAILING WITH COCKTAIL RAIL HOW TO#

We'll explain how to install a drink rail with each type of Trex railing below. Trex Cocktail Rails are compatible with all three of the Trex railing lines- Trex Select Railing, Trex Transcend Railing, and Trex Signature Railing.

The choice is yours, but note that Trex Enhance and Trex Escape decking cannot be used as the top board for a cocktail rail design. What is a Trex Cocktail Rail?Ī Trex Cocktail Rail, also known as a drink rail, refers to a railing design in which a deck board is placed on the top rail, creating a flat surface for guests to set their drinks and offering a comfortable place to lean while engaged in conversation or overlooking the view.ĭepending on your preference, you can choose the same Trex deck boards that are used throughout the rest of your Trex deck, or you can get creative and opt for a different deck board in a complementary or contrasting color for added visual interest. If you host a lot of parties at your house or just enjoy entertaining family and friends, the deck is the place to be during those warm summer months for carefree outdoor gatherings. And if you live in a temperate area or are just a hardy bunch, your deck may be welcoming visitors all year long. Give your guests more room to enjoy your outdoor space-and give your deck a classy look at the same time-with the addition of a Trex cocktail railing.

Trex select railing with cocktail rail