Frame in Corner Post Pockets first, then evenly
space and frame in Line Post Pockets
(Illustration 1d)
.
Use a Post as a template when framing Post Pockets
to ensure proper hole dimension. To work with
handrail kit sections, the maximum distance between
posts is 72˝ center to center.
Install Post Pocket Bottoms
(Illustration 1e).
Use
scrap lumber to keep post heights level and keep
insects out. Now you are ready to slip Posts into Post
Pockets and secure
(illustrations 1e - 1f)
.
POST POCKETS
Note: POST POCKETS ARE MANDATORY.
Post Holes 4
9
/
16
˝ sq.
(Use post as
template)
Post Holes 4
9
/
16
˝ sq.
(Use post as template)
Use construction site
scrap to make post
pocket bottoms.
CORNER POST
LINE POST POCKET
INTERRUPTED JOIST
LINE POST POCKET
Post Pocket Types
Post Pocket Bottoms
Fastening Posts into Post Pockets
Drill
5
/
16
˝ diameter holes through joists and posts (A
metal bit is required when using steel reinforcing). Drill
rim joist hole slightly larger to countersink bolt head.
Use two
5
/
16
˝ diameter x 8˝ carriage bolts with nuts
and
5
/
16
˝
x
3
/
4
˝ diameter washers to fasten Line Posts.
Corner Posts require three carriage bolts, bolting on
both sides of post as shown in illustration to left.
View from under frame
Post Pocket
Bottom
Post Holes 4
9
/
16
˝ sq.
(Use post as template)
1d
1e
1f
Rim Joist
Post Pocket
Frame
Steel Reinforcing
Tube
Post Carriage Bolts
Countersunk Bolt Heads
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