Product & Installation Guide
Madeira, Saddle & Winchester Grey
Winchester Grey
Madeira with Winchester Grey edges
Burnished Amber & Cayenne
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ProductWhy Trex®? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Trex vs . the Competition . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Trex Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Product Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Decking
Trex Origins™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Trex Accents® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Trex Brasilia™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Trex Railings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Trex Seclusions™ Privacy Fencing . . . . . . . 11
Installation & CareJob Site Storage & Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Framing, Fastening Tips & Special Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Joist Spanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Gapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Stairways . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Trex Traditional Railing: Anchored . . . . . 19
Trex Traditional Railing: Raised . . . . . . . 20
Trex Designer Series Railing™ . . . . . . . . . . 21
TrexExpress™ Designer Railing Assembly System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Trex Designer Series Railing Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24
Trex Artisan Series Railing™ . . . . . . . . . . . 25
ApplicationsRooftop & Sleeper Deck Systems . . . . . 26
Bending Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Bending Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
QualityCaring for a Trex Deck . . . . . . . . . . 29-30
Code Listings & Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Limited Residential Warranty . . . . . . . . . 32
Limited Commercial Warranty . . . . . . . . 33
Trex® Product & INStALLAtIoN GuIde
Superior DeckS Begin With Superior Decking MaterialS
Trex revolutionized the decking industry by inventing a wood-polymer composite product that won’t rot, crack, splinter or warp like wood . What’s more, Trex offers unmatched beauty that lasts, along with unlimited design flexibility . And, unlike wood, it doesn’t require painting, staining or sanding . Trex saves you time and money, giving you more time to enjoy the space you create .
Only trex offers these advantages:
Most trusted brand • Backed by a 25-year limited
warranty‡
• Chosen by more consumers, builders and architects than any other brand
• Supported by the largest network of trained contractors and dealers
unparalleled design choices • Most preferred products, colors
and finishes
• Broadest selection of complementary colors and styles
outstanding Workability • Routes, cuts and saws like wood
• Fastens easily, no pre-drilling required (for normal installation)
• Can be bent to create expressive curves
Trex® LeTs You CreaTe Your spaCe® for a LifeTime of enjoYmenT
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‡ Refers to Trex residential warranty only . For commercial warranty details, go to page 33 .
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How Trex® sTands up To THe CompeTiTion
trex iS the MoSt preferreD line of coMpoSite proDuctS availaBle.* here’S Why.
TREX vs WOOD
TREX WOOD
More durable X
Pleasing to the touch/slip-resistant X
No staining or painting X
No rotting, splintering or warping X
No harmful chemicals X
Curvability X
TREX vs OTHER COMPOSITES
TREX OTHER COMPOSITES
Most preferred by pros X
Largest range of profiles X
Most natural look and feel X
Most extensive network of contractors X
Most composite decks built X
Easy to cut, route and fasten X
Most preferred colors and finishes X
25 Year Limited Warranty‡ – backed by the industry leader X
*Based on 2005 consumer preference study .
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theSe key factS Make your DeciSion eaSy.
trex pays off – in time and money. Sure, it’s low maintenance . But it also offers a greater return on your investment than a wood deck . On average, more than 90% of the cost of a composite deck is recouped at home resale*, making it one of the most valuable investments you can make in your home .
trex costs less over time – After a slightly higher initial investment, Trex proves to be a superior value over years of worry-free ownership .
trex offers a �5-year limited warranty‡ – Comprehensive product coverage from the industry leader .
Your invesTmenT in Trex®
*According to the November 2005 issue of Remodeling Magazine.
COST OVER TIME
Yr1 Yr2 Yr3 Yr4 Yr5 Yr6 Yr7 Yr8 Yr9 Yr10
$7,000
$6,000
$5,000
$4,000
$3,000
$2,000
$1,000
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TotalCost
Trex Pressure-Treated Wood
Yr1 Yr2 Yr3 Yr4 Yr5 Yr6 Yr7 Yr8 Yr9 Yr10
$3,500
$3,000
$2,500
$2,000
$1,500
$1,000
$500
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Based on Trex internal research
‡ Refers to Trex residential warranty only . For commercial warranty details, go to page 33 .
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Choices, Choices, Choices…Product InformationEverything you need to complete a great looking Trex® project is here. For colors and finishes, please refer to pages 7-11.
Available sizes & profiles
Trex with the broadest selection of colors, shapes and finishes, comes in most of the same dimensions and lengths as traditional lumber. Pick from our wide range of decking and railing profiles to create a one of a kind outdoor living space.
* See next page for actual dimensions. ** Availability may be limited. Check with your local retailer.† Available from Winchester plant only.
Use Profile* ProdUctline length AvAilAblecolorS, WG
S, WG, M, WB
BA, CY
S, WG, M, WB
BA, CY
S, WG, M, WB
S, WG, M, WB
S, WG, M, WB
BA, CY
S, WG, M, WB
BA, CY
WG
WG
S, WG, M, WB, BA, CY
S, WG, M, WB, BA, CY
S, WG, M, WB, BA, CY
S, WG, M, WB, BA, CY
S, WG, M, WB, BA, CY
S, WG, M, WB, BA, CY
S, WG, M, WB, BA, CY
CW
CW
CW
CW
CW
CW
S, WG, M, WB
S, WG, M, WB
S, WG, M, WB
N/A
S, WG, M, WB
N/A
S, WG, M, WB
S, WG, M, WB
5/4 x 6
5/4 x 6
5/4 x 6
2 x 6
2 x 6
2 x 6 HS†
1 x 8
1 x 12
1 x 12
2 x 4
2 x 4
1/2 x 4
4 x 6
1 3/8” x 1 3/8” Baluster
4 x 4 RailPost
Hand Rail
Bottom Rail
Pyramid Post Cap
Flat Post Cap
Post Skirt
Baluster
Hand Rail
Bottom Rail
6 x 6 Post Sleeve
Pyramid Post Cap
Post Skirt
Fence Post
Top Rail
Bottom Rail
Bottom Rail Insert
Pickets
Brackets
Flat Post Cap
Pyramid Post Cap
Origins
Accents
Brasilia
Accents
Brasilia
Accents
Origins
Origins
Brasilia
Origins
Brasilia
Origins
Origins
Designer Series Railing
Designer Series Railing
Designer Series Railing
Designer Series Railing
Designer Series Railing
Designer Series Railing
Designer Series Railing
Artisan Series Railing
Artisan Series Railing
Artisan Series Railing
Artisan Series Railing
Artisan Series Railing
Artisan Series Railing
Seclusions
Seclusions
Seclusions
Seclusions
Seclusions
Seclusions
Seclusions
Seclusions
12’, 16 ’, 20 ’
12’, 16 ’, 20 ’
12’, 16 ’, 20 ’
12’, 16’, 20 ’
12’, 16 ’, 20 ’
12’, 16 ’, 20 ’
12’
12’
12’
12’, 16 ’
12’, 16 ’
16’
8’
32”, 144”
52”
75”
75”
12/box
12/box
12/box
30.375”, 36.375”
67.5”, 91.5”
67.5”, 91.5”
39”, 45”, 96”
12/box
12/box
108”
90.5”
90.5”
90.5”
63.8”
24/Box
12/Box
12/Box
Color KeyS SaddleWG Winchester GreyM MadeiraWB Woodland BrownCY CayenneBA Burnished AmberCW Classic White
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FASCiA, RiSERS, TRiM & EdGiNG
LANdSCApE EdGiNG**LANdSCApE TiMBERS**RAiLiNG
dECKiNG & doCKS
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trex traditional & Designer series railing™
post caps
1.375"
1.375"
Baluster
3.8"
3"
3.8"
2.35"
post skirt
5.875"
1.25"
3.5"
3.5"
trex railpost™
trex Designer series Handrail
3.2"
2.25"
trex Designer series Bottom rail
2"
2.75"
pyramid Flat top
trex artisan series railing™
artisan Baluster
1.42”
1.42”
artisan Handrail
2.45”
3.31”
artisan Bottom rail
2”
3”
artisan rail gaskets
top Bottom
artisan post cap
3”
5.875”
artisan post skirt
6.37”
artisan Baluster spacerartisan post sleeve
5.5”
5.5”
railing support Bracket
1.375”
.875”
1.187”
35.4”
3.75”
TrexExpress™ Designer railing assembly tool
trexexpress artisan railing assembly tool
railing support Bracket
1.375”
.875”
1.187”
1.01”panel support molding5.875”
0.831”
1.003”
Fencing – treX seclUsions™
rail Bottom rail picket
Bottom rail insert post corner Bracket
Flat post cap pyramid post cap
7.5"
2.6"
5.86"1"
4.9"
4"
1.9"
2.7"
7.5"
3.8"
5.1"
2.7"
5.86"1"
Decking & Docks
1.1"5.5"
5/4x6
1.5"
5.5"
2x6
1.5"
5.5"
2x6 HS 1.5"
3.5"
2x4
Fascia, risers & trim
7.25"
1x8.75"
11.375"
1x12.75"
5.5"
5.5"
.375"3.5"
1/2x4
5.5"
3.5"
4x6
lanDscape eDging & timBers
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Trex origins™
Trex origins CoLor paLeTTe†
Saddle WinchesterGrey
the original SMooth trex® Surface.
The smooth surface and refined profile of Trex Origins give your deck a clean, contemporary look . And the wide array of design options possible with Trex unleash the imagination, allowing for distinctive patterns and spectacular, sweeping curves .
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Trex aCCenTs®
tWo great Decking SurfaceS on one great BoarD.
Trex Accents decking features a natural woodgrain on one side, a smooth contemporary look on the other . The ability to mix and match colors and textures opens up design possibilities never before seen in an outdoor space . And, consumers rate Trex Accents the most natural-looking woodgrain composite product .*
Trex aCCenTs CoLor paLeTTe†
Saddle WinchesterGrey
Madeira WoodlandBrown
Trex Accents offers two finishes for limitless design flexibility.
Shown in Trex Accents® – Saddle, Madeira and Winchester Grey
*Based on 2005 consumer preference study .
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Trex brasiLia CoLor paLeTTe†
Trex Brasilia offers subtle shadings, natural color variations, and deep, rich patterns.
Shown in Trex Brasilia™ – Burnished Amber and Cayenne
*Based on 2005 consumer preference study .
the look of the tropicS. the laSting quality of trex®.
Enjoy the distinctive, exotic look of tropical hardwoods, without the labor of pre-drilling, oiling and sealing . Not only is Trex Brasilia far easier to install and maintain than hardwood, but consumers prefer its premium tropical hardwood appearance over all other woodgrain composites .*
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Trex® raiLings
Beauty iS in the DetailS.
A Trex deck is not complete without Trex railing . Trex Designer and Artisan Series railings give you the broadest assortment of styles and colors you want, paired with the durability you need .
trex designer Series railing™
Available in the same color palette as Trex Decking, allowing you to perfectly complement your Trex deck .
trex Artisan Series railing™
The lightly textured surface in a Classic White finish mirrors the look of painted wood . Whether you choose the tradi-tional look of white balusters or the contemporary look of tempered glass paneling, the seamless design and atten-tion to detail complete a Trex Deck .
the right railing choice for your deck – No matter which Trex Railing system you choose, you’ll enjoy:
• A stylish, finished appearance
• Low maintenance
• Unlimited design flexibility
• Durability as evidenced by a 25-year limited residential warranty
Trex designer series raiLing™ weaTHered CoLor paLeTTe†
Saddle WinchesterGrey
Madeira WoodlandBrown
Cayenne Burnished Amber
Classic White
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Trex® Railing – Madeira Trex Designer Series Railing™ – Madeira and Saddle
Trex Artisan Series Railing™ Trex Artisan Series Railing™ with Glass Paneling
†All colors shown are "after weathering". Actual colors may vary from photos.
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a fence that StanDS aBove the reSt.
Introducing Trex Seclusions fencing . Privacy . Durability . Beauty . All in one fence . It’s stronger, longer lasting, easy to maintain and comes in more colors than wood or vinyl .
trex Seclusions privacy fencing will be
introduced in select areas in �00�. check
with your local trex sales representative
or www.trex.com for availability.
Trex seCLusions CoLor paLeTTe†
Shown in Trex Seclusions™ and Trex Accents® – Saddle
Vinyl is treated with a white UV inhibitor, which limits color choice.
Wood rots and can require a great deal of maintenance.
Trex Seclusions never needs painting, and won’t buckle or warp as is common with other materials.
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Madeira WoodlandBrown
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Job site storage
There are several important things to
remember when storing Trex® decking . Trex
decking must be stored on a flat surface .
• Trex deckingmustbe supportedevery2’ oncenter.
• WhenstackingTrexdecking,supportsshouldstart at each end of the unit and line upvertically.
• Trex decking must be supported on a levelplane.Adjustsupportblocksaccordingly.
• Do not stackTrex higher than6 units or 12’high.
• Covermaterialonsiteuntilitistobeinstalled.
safety
As with any construction project, you should
wear the proper protective clothing and
safety equipment . Trex decking is heavier
and more flexible than wood . Do not try
to lift similar quantities of Trex boards as you
would traditional lumber .
Unitsof12'Trexlumberonlevelground.
Unitsof12'Trexlumberonunevenground.
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The Tools of the Trade
Trex routs beautifullytogiveextremelycrispedges.Donotrout2x2or 4x4 profiles. Trexdoes not recommendroutingTrex Brasilia™.Routing will changethe unique surface ofthisproduct.
FormostTrexprofiles,sawbladeswithfewerteeth (18 to 24, on a71⁄4”blade)staycoolerandlastlonger.Whencutting Trex Artisan Series Railing™, Trexrecommends using42-tooth carbide-tippedblade.
Whendrilling,periodicallyliftthebitoutoftheholetoremovetheshavings.
Whenusingamiterboxsaw, we recommend a10-12” saw bladewith30teethorless.
Screw guns provide aquick and easy way tofastenTrex.
tools
Intricate shapes, profiles and patterns are possible
with Trex® . No special tools are required . For best
results, use carbide tipped blades and router bits .
Fact: •Allcoloredchalklinesarepermanentexceptwhite.Wesuggestusingwhitechalk.•TrexCompanydoesnotrecommendsanding.Sanding
willchangetheappearanceofthesurfaceoftheTrexmaterial.
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coatingsas some wood
preservatives can affect
fastenerlife.
trim-head screwsThese screws havesufficient holding powerand their small headdecreasesscrewvisibility.
nailsNailsarealsoeffectiveonTrex. Spiral shank nailshave extra holding power.Theminimumdiameternailrecommendedis0.120"
Fasteners
Trex® decking and railing systems can
be assembled with most traditional
outdoor fastening methods . Hot-dipped,
galvanized, ceramic-coated, and stainless
steel fasteners resist rust and stains . We
recommend these five fastening options:
these types of fasteners work well with Trex:
exterior grade deck screwsFewer threads per inchwork best. You will needto flatten excess shavingsafterscrewisinplace.
Composite–decking screws Thesescrewsaredesignedtopulltheshavingsintothescrewhole.Ifyouwantthescrews to coordinate withTrex colors, you can useFastenmaster TrapEase*screws.
Hidden FastenersThere are several brandsof hidden fastenersystems that work wellwithTrex. Checkwiththemanufacturer if you havequestionsaboutsuitability.
Assemble with Care
profile Length Gauge Length No.
5/4 x 6 3” 10 or 11d 2-1/2” #7
2 x 6 3” 10 or 11d 3” #7
Minimum Fastener SizeNails Screws
* Fastenmaster® and TrapEase® are registered trademarks of Olympic Fasteners
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A Strong Foundation
Illustration#1
Herringbonepattern
Illustration#2
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An alternate installation isto add an additional joistband/nailer at the butt jointtoprovidegreater fasteningarea.
Trex®doesnothavealineargrainlikewood,andwillnotsplit if fastenersarestarted1” from the board edgesand angled into the joist.Pre-drilling will reducethe probability of splitting.Please see page 17 forgappingguidelines.
Framing
The key to quality installation starts with
the foundation and framing . Check your
local building codes for restrictions . Trex®
cannot be used for structural applications .
Do not attach Trex decking directly to
any solid surface or watertight system .
See sleeper systems on page 26 .
special Patterns
When planning a unique pattern, you
will need to adjust the framing to support
the surface pattern . Please refer to the
spanning chart on page 16 . Many decks are
designed to take advantage of angles, as in
the herringbone design in Illustration #1 .
There are numerous creative layout options
that will add value and visual appeal to the
decking surface . For more advanced layout
options, including bending, please see pages
27-28 .
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Trex® decking meets all applicable
national model building codes . The
joists must be spaced according to
the chart below . Be sure that all joists
are level and plumb . Trex decking
must span at least three joists .
Perpendiculartojoists.Seechartabove.
Ata60˚angle,maximumjoistspanningis2”lessthanabovechart.
Trex® decking Span chart
Commercial decks, Boardwalks & Marinas
Loading 100psf 100psf 200psf
5/4 x 6 16” 16” 12”
2 x 4, 6 20” 20” 16”
2 x 6 HS 24" 24" 16"
5/4 x 6 Stairs 10.5" 10.5" 10.5"
2 x 6 Stairs 12” 12” 12”
Residential decks, Light duty docks, Residential/daycare playground
Ata45˚angle,maximumjoistspanningis4”lessthanabovechart.
Ata30˚angle,maximumjoistspanningis1/2oftheabovechart.
Tip:1.Forload-bearingapplicationssuchashot tubs,planters,etc.,consultalocal buildingengineeror inspectorforspanrecommendations.2. Paint the top of your joists black
tominimizetheappearanceofjoiststhroughspacesbetweenboards.
Adjust joist Spanning to Accommodate Angled decking Patterns
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Width-to-width
Therequiredwidth-to-widthgapping is 1/4”. Wheninstalling in temperaturesbelow40˚ F, 3/8”gappingisrecommended.
Trex® decking must be gapped, both end-to-end and width-to-width . Gapping is necessary
to facilitate proper drainage and for the slight thermal expansion and contraction of the Trex
decking boards . Another reason for gapping is to account for shrinkage of the wood joist system .
Following the proper gapping requirements will ensure that your deck will look great year after
year .
1/4" – 3/8”
end-to-end
Trexdeckingmustalsobegappedend-to-end,basedupon the temperatureat installation. See chartbelow. For fastening tips,seepage14.
Abutting Solid objects
Trex decking must alsobe gapped 1/4” – 1/2”depending upon thetemperature at installationwhendeckingisabuttingawall.Seechartbelow.
1/8" – 3/16”
1/4” – 1/2”
Fact:• AlwaysfollowTrex recommendedgapping
guidelines.•Maximum allowable overhang for Trex is
4”.• All decks require air circulation to keep
themdryandlookinggood.Leaveopenings
under the decking or increase gapping to
3/8”toimproveairflow.• Trexusedasverticalsidingorfasciaaround
thebaseofadeckmustbegappedthesame
asdeckingtoallowforairflow.• Fasciashouldbeattachedwithtwoscrews
every 12-18”, although 3 screws should be
usedwith1x12material.
Below 40˚ F* 3/8”
Above 40˚ F* 1/4”
Width-to-Width Gap
Below 60˚ F* 3/16” 1/2”
Above 60˚ F* 1/8” 1/4”
End-to-End & Abutting Gap
gapping
*temperature at installation
*temperature at installation
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Moving on Upstairway Assembly Detail
The majority of decking projects require
the installation of stairs . Due to its low-
maintenance composition, Trex® products are
ideal for treads and risers . Heavy traffic areas
will hold up for years .
•StairtreadsbuiltwithTrex5/4x6or2x6meetrequirements set forth by the major nationalmodelbuildingcodes.
•Fasten treads continuously across at least 4stringers.
•Maximum center to center distance betweenwood stringers is 12” (see the chart onpage16).
•Gapping between all Trex boards should be1/4” in warm weather. Use 3/8” gap forcoldweatherinstallation(seethetableonpage17).
•DressthesidesofthestringerswithTrex1x8or1x12forafinishedlook.
• Agraspablehandrailmayberequiredonstair-ways.Checkwithyourbuildingcodeofficialforlocalrequirements.
• See illustrations on page 22 forDesigner railinstallationonstairwayapplications.
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A Trex 5⁄4 x 6 Handrail - Maximum height from top of decking to top of handrail is 42” . Attach top cap to 4 x 4 rail post with 2 screws (#12 x 3”) diagonally 2” apart . Top cap is secured to top rail with a screw every 12” .
B Trex 2 x 4 top rail - Attach top rail to 4 x 4 posts with 2 screws (#12 x 3”) diagonally 2” apart .
C Trex Railpost™ - 4 x 4 x 52” with the maximum spacing of 72” on center . Attach to rim joist with two 1⁄2” diameter carriage bolts . Do not notch posts . Bolts must be verti-cally spaced no less than 51⁄8” apart . Top bolt must be at least 2” from the top of the deck, and the bottom bolt must at least 1” from the bottom of the post .
D Trex 13/8" Balusters - Maximum spacing is 5” on center or 35⁄8” between balusters . Fasten two screws (#10 x 21⁄2”) into top rail and secure two screws (#10 x 21⁄2”) through fascia into rim joists . An attractive design option is to bevel the bottom of the 13⁄8” baluster, below the screws .
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NOTES:TheTrexrailingsystemcomplieswithcurrentBOCA,ICBO,SBCCI,andICCmodelcodes.Seelocalbuildingcodesforotherrequirements.Formoredetailedinstalla-tioninstructions,visitwww.trex.com.
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A Trex 5⁄4 x 6 Handrail - Maximum height from top of decking to top of handrail is 42” . Attach top cap to 4 x 4 rail post with 2 screws (#12 x 3”) diagonally 2” apart . Top cap is secured to top rail with a screw every 12” .
B Trex 2 x 4 top & Bottom rail - Attach top rail to 4 x 4 posts with 2 screws (#12 x 3”) diagonally 2” apart .
C Trex Railpost™ - 4 x 4 x 52” with the maximum spacing of 72” on center . Attach to rim joist and wood support blocking with two 1⁄2” diameter carriage bolts . Do not notch posts . Bolts must be vertically spaced no less than 51⁄8” apart . Top bolt must be at least 2” from the top of the deck, and the bottom bolt must at least 1” from the bottom of the post .
D Trex 13/8" Balusters - Maximum spacing is 5” on center or 35⁄8” between balusters . Fasten two screws (#10 x 21⁄2”) into top rail and secure two screws (#10 x 2 1⁄2”) through bottom rail . A baluster must extend to the deck every 18” for support .
e Trex Fascia- 1 x 8 or larger .
F Code-Approved Wood rim Joist - 2” x 8” or larger .
g Trex Decking - Notch decking board around 4 x 4
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NOTES:TheTrexrailingsystemcomplieswithcurrentBOCA,ICBO,SBCCI,andICCmodelcodes.Seelocalbuildingcodesforotherrequirements.Formoredetailedinstallationinstructions,visitwww.trex.com.
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A Trex Designer Handrail - Maximum height from top of decking to top of handrail is 42” Attach handrail to post with Trex Railing Support Brackets . New handrail provides ease of assembly by eliminat-ing the need for a fillet strip . The lower edge on the handrail allows for fastening of the balusters using a 16-gauge 2” finish nail .
B �Trex Designer Bottom rail - Attach bottom rail to post with Trex Railing Support Brackets . New bottom rail features bottom lip for added stability .
C �Trex railing support Brackets - Innovative bracket designed for horizontal, angled and stair rail installation applications . Railing Support Brackets are positioned accurately on the posts using the Railing Assembly Tool and attach to posts using 2 screws (#9 deck screw x 15⁄8” L) .
D �TrexExpress™ railing Assembly tool - Tool wraps around posts to line up Railing Support Brackets (for a 36” high rail), to plumb the posts and set the bolt holes . Use it horizontal for baluster spacing .
e �Trex 13/8" Balusters - Maximum spacing is 5” on center or 35⁄8” between balusters . Use a nail gun with 2” nails (16 gauge) to secure to top rail and bottom rail . To create Support Blocks, use Trex 13⁄8” balusters, cut to 4” lengths . Position between bottom rail and
deck surface . Attach to bottom rail using nail gun . Maximum spacing of 18” on center . Trex recommends pre-drilling if fastening with screws .
F ��Trex�Railpost™ - 4 x 4 x 52” with the maximum spacing of 72” on center . Attach to rim joist with two 1⁄2” carriage bolts . Do not notch posts . Bolts must be vertically spaced at least 5-1⁄8” apart . Top bolt must be at least 2” from the top of the deck . The bottom bolt must be at least 1” from the bottom of the post .
g ��Trex Post Cap - Decorative top for Trex RailPost .
H ��Trex Post skirt - Decorative cover for base of Trex RailPost . Install post skirt before mounting brackets to post .
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J �Trex trim - 1x trim available in various widths .
k Code-Approved Wood Joist
l Code-Approved Wood rim Joist - 2 x 8 or larger .
NOTES:TheTrex Designer Series Railing™systemcomplieswithcurrentBOCA,SBCCI,andICCmodelcodes.Seelocalbuildingcodesforotherrequirements.Formoredetailedinstallationinstructions,visitwww.trex.com.
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Designer Railing Assembly SystemThe TrexExpress™ Designer Railing Assembly System offers the builder something very valuable: time saved . In fact, you can finish a complete railing system as quickly and easily as wood .
How does the TrexExpress Designer Railing Assembly System work? For starters, it includes a Railing Support Bracket that can handle many assembly options . It also includes a Railing Assembly Tool that automatically spaces the balusters, sets the 4 x 4 bolt holes, and secures the railing support bracket to the post . It removes the guesswork and simplifies the process .
A. Trex Designer Series Handrail
B. Trex Designer Series Bottom rail
C. railing support Brackets
D. Balusters
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F. TrexExpress™ railing Assembly toolg. Post CapH. Trex Post skirt
TheRSB isassembled in thisposition forhorizontal, 90°, 45° and 22.5°applications.
TheRSB is assembled in thisposition forupperpoststairapplications,withanangleofinclinebetween30°and35°.
After installing one RSB in the horizontalapplication, snap together another bracketforeachlowerpoststairapplications.
HorizontalConfiguration
Upper-PostConfiguration
Lower-PostConfiguration
The following illustrations of the Railing Support Bracket (RSB) depict the three different configurations the RSB will be used in during assembly of railings on decking and railings for stairways.
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Step 1 - Install Posts
Railing Assembly Tool can also be used to plumb the
post and set the bolt holes . Attach to interior of the
rim joists and wood support blocking with two-1⁄2”
diameter carriage bolts . Do not notch posts . Bolts
must be vertically spaced no less than 51⁄8” apart .
Top bolt must be at least 2” from the top of the
deck, and the bottom bolt must be at least 1” from
the bottom of the post .
Step � - Post Skirts (when applicable)
Slide Trex® Post Skirts over each post, resting them
on the surface of the deck .
Step � - Set railing Support brackets (rSb)
Insert two RSB’s into the
Railing Assembly Tool as
pictured . Wrap the Railing
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post, resting the bottom of
the tool on the top of the Post Skirt . If Post Skirts
are not being used, temporarily insert additional 5/4
board below tool . Assemble each RSB to the post
using (2) screws provided (#9 deck screw x 15/8”L) .
Once each bracket is assembled to the post, remove
the Railing Assembly Tool . Repeat this step until all
sections of rail are complete .
Step � - Space your balusters
Lay the Railing Assembly Tool
face up, and place balusters
in designated slots as shown .
Align top and bottom rails .
Insert all balusters for that
section into the channel on the top rail . Use the
Railing Assembly Tool to properly space each
baluster in the top rail . When spacing the balusters,
make sure that the distance from the end of the top
rail and the first baluster are equal on both ends .
Step 5 - Securing balusters to bottom rail
Place the bottom rail on its
side, ensuring that the side
with the lip is up . Slide the
Railing Assembly Tool face up,
adjacent to bottom rail . Using
the marked distance that matches the first baluster
on the top rail, place the baluster in contact with the
lip of the bottom rail . Once in place, nail through
the underside of the bottom rail into each baluster .
If using screws, Trex Company recommends pre-
drilling . (Hint: Groove in the bottom rail indicates
the center location of the baluster for nailing .) For
added stability, predrill center of balusters and attach
balusters with screw .
(Directions continue on next page)
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Step � - Securing balusters to handrail
Align the bottom rail so it is
the same distance from the
first baluster as the top rail .
Nail both sides of handrail
for added stability . Using a
nail gun (2” - 16 gauge nails), secure each baluster
by inserting a nail through the lower side portion
of the top rail into each baluster . Hold nail gun
perpendicular to baluster to be sure the nail drives
securely into the baluster .
Step � - Attach your Support blocks
Nail through the sides of the bottom rail into the
support blocks (See image in Step 5) . Support
blocks are 4” long and are required every 18” .
Step 8 - Securing railing Section to Post
Place the assembled railing
section on the RSB’s already
secured to the posts . Using
(2) screws provided, secure
the top rail to the RSBs .
Step �a - Securing bottom rail to Post From
the top
Secure the bottom rail by installing a screw
through the top of the bottom rail into the outer-
most hole of the RSB .
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Step �b - Securing bottom rail to Post From
the Side
Using a nail gun (2” - 16 gauge nails) at a
45° angle, place a nail from the bottom rail
into the rail post . Position the nail 11/4” up
from the bottom of the rail and 1” in from
the rail post .
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Artisan Care & Cleaning
Exterior building materials require cleaning .
Periodic cleaning of Trex® Decking &
Railing will maintain the beauty of a Trex
deck .
dirt and Stains
• For general cleaning, use an orange citruscleaner.
• For a tougher stain, use a Mr. Clean® Magic Eraser* in conjunction with an orange citrus cleaner.
pressure Washer
• Trexdoesnot recommend theuseofapressure washer.
Sanding
• Trex does not recommend sanding railing. Sanding will change the appearance of the surfaceofTrexmaterial.
disposal
• Trex Artisan products should be disposed with normal construction debris or household waste.do Not Burn Trex Artisan Product due toitsmaterialproperties.
* Mr. Clean® Magic Eraser is a trademark of Procter and Gamble Inc.
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Be sure and use rail gaskets and white screw
covers to create a seamless look, and conceal
sharp screws.
For stair assembly, it helps to cut balusters at the
angle of the stairs.
For installing clear infill with the Trex Artisan
Series Railing, please go to www.trex.com for
complete installation instructions.
When building a stair rail with Trex Artisan Series
Railing, you will need to purchase a stair rail kit.
This has all of the necessary components to build
the stair rail, except the posts, caps, and skirts.
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Trex® is an ideal material for applications
above solid surfaces as in a rooftop deck or
on top of concrete or slate provided that your
installation includes a sleeper system .
A sleeper system is a buffer between the solid
surface and Trex . Drainage, access and airflow
are critical . Water must be able to flow away
from the deck . Access is needed to the joist
system for repairs and removal of debris
when necessary . Good airflow will keep the
decking dry and good-looking .
roof-deck notes:• Consult your building code authority for proper detail on railing installation to the roof structure .
• If access to the roof is desired, the Trex deck must be built in removable sections or with removable fasteners to allow access to roof .
• The sleeper joists must be attached to the roof structure in a manner that stabilizes the deck frame . Failure to do so may result in a poor structure which will compromise deck performance .
sleeper system notes:• Surface below the deck must be pitched for proper drainage .
• 1/4 - 1/2” gap abutting walls or other fixed objects .
• Gaps between deck boards shall be 3/8” minimum on a sleeper system .
• Minimum height of a sleeper joist is 3 1/2” .
• Trex, when used with a sleeper system, must be supported below its entire length and run the direction of the pitch of the roof to facilitate proper drainage .
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Notes: increase bending radius by 2 feet when using 2 x 6 profiles or 5/4 x 6 Brasilia material. Bending should not be done below 60˚ F.
1) Installing curved profiles will take considerably
more time than installing straight profiles .
2) Heaters larger than 100,000 BTU will require
less time to heat Trex profiles .
3) Bending boards in this manner places them
under considerable stress . Boards may break . The
most common causes are:
a . The boards are not hot enough
b . Bending is being done at a rate faster
than 1” per second
4) Railings are very difficult to bend . Posts on
curved railings should be spaced at maximum 4’
on center .
5) Attach fasteners only on inside of curve, until
boards are bent entirely into place . Then fill in rest
of the fasteners .
6) Joist spacing must be reduced by 4” to support
curved decking .
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Bending Radius Method Heating Time difficulty Level
25'+ Lay on Hot Asphalt 60 min. intermediate
20'+ Tube & Heater 45 min. Beginner
15-20' Tube & Heater 60 min. intermediate
10-15' Tube & Heater 60+ min. Expert
6-10'+ Rip into strips 30+ min. Expert
designer Railing 20'+ Tube & Heater 60+ min. Expert
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Don’t Be SquareBending DetailSuggested methods for bending Trex®:
Trex boards can be bent without being
heated when the outside temperature
is above 100˚F . Trex 5/4 x 6 or 2 x 4
boards, laying flat, can be bent to
achieve a 25-foot radius when formed
as in Illustration #1 .
To assist in the bending of Trex, you
can use a non-flammable pipe/tube
and a portable heater with fan to heat
boards to approximately 140˚F internal
temperature . See Illustration #2 . To
achieve this temperature, heat boards a
minimum of 45 minutes . To minimize
damage to the board surface near the
heater, flip boards after 20 minutes or
move heater to other end of the tube .
Joist spans must be reduced to 12” to
accommodate Trex installed in curved
configurations .
Illustration#1SuggestedMethodsforBendingTrexDeckingatanambienttemperatureof60˚Forhigher,afterbeingheatedasillustratedbelow.
Illustration#2Non-FlammableTubeorPipe&PortableHeaterSystem
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All exterior building materials require cleaning . Periodic cleaning of Trex Decking & Railing will maintain the beauty of a Trex deck . Trex recommends a basic cleaning to remove dirt and debris at time of installation .
Caring for a Trex® Deck
dirt and debris
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chalk Markings
visible Mill Markings
Water Spots/Leaf Staining/Wood tannins
Pigment Staining
Ice and Snow
• Clean deck to remove dirt and debris . Soap, hot water and a stiff bristle brush are all that is needed . For Artisan products, general cleaning may be done with an orange citrus cleaner . For a tougher stain, use a Mr . Clean® Magic Eraser* in conjunction with an orange citrus cleaner .
• All colored chalk lines are permanent except white . Scrubbing the area with hot soapy water with bleach may dislodge some of the chalk . We suggest using white chalk or baby powder .
• The mill markings on the side of Trex decking boards are required by building codes . With careful installation, most mill markings can be hidden . Visible mill markings can be lightened with acetone, also known as nail polish remover .
• Tannin leaching occurs in Trex and all wood based products naturally . Allow for at least 12 weeks of normal weathering . This process may be hastened through the use of a product containing oxalic or phosphoric acid .
• During the weathering process, a small amount of surface pigmenta-tion may wash off of the Trex surface, which may discolor neighboring surfaces . Remove with common rust cleaner for use on affected area material .
• Calcium chloride or rock salt, available in many home centers, will melt ice on Trex decking . Rinse off when first practical .
(continued on next page)* Mr. Clean® Magic Eraser is a trademark of Procter and Gamble Inc.
Scuffs & Abrasions • Will fade or disappear naturally after 12-16 weeks of weathering . This can be accelerated with a bleach-based deck wash followed by weathering .
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problem Solution
oil and Grease Stains
berries and Wine Stains
Ink Stains
Mold
Pressure Washer
• Use a cleaning product containing oxalic or phosphoric acid base to lighten or remove the rust or dirt . Product may need to sit on stain 10-15 min . before rinsing .
• Scrub in a household-degreasing agent as soon as the stain occurs . Rinse with hot water . For more severe stains, call 1-800-BUY-TREX .
• Mix bleach into hot water according to the bleach-packaging label . Scrub the stain lightly and rinse thoroughly . The stain may not disappear entirely .
• Inks may be permanent . However, the stain may be lightened by scrubbing with hot soapy water . Rinse thoroughly .
• Use conventional deck washes or cleaners that contain sodium hypo-chlorite (bleach) and detergent (refer to Mold Technical Bulletin on www .trex .com) .
• Treat with PSC Composite Deck AfterKlean (www .psc-solutions .com) or Anti-Growth (www .anti-growth .com) to delay regrowth .
• Periodic cleaning of your deck, even if it appears clean, is important to prevent the build-up of pollen/debris that can cause mold .
• Trex Company does not recommend the use of a pressure washer . The use of a pressure washer with a greater than 1,500 PSI and/or applied closer than 10" from the deck surface could damage the decking surface and result in a loss of warranty coverage .
Caring for a Trex® Deck
Sanding • Trex Company does not recommend sanding . Sanding will change the appearance of the surface of Trex material .
disposal • Trex Decking and Railing products should be disposed with normal construction debris or household waste . do not burn Trex Artisan Product due to its material properties .
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Quality AssuredCode listings
Trex Company complies with all major
model building codes and has been evaluated
by the International Code Council
evaluation service .
trex company complies with these Model
building codes:
• 1997UniformBuildingCode(UBC).
• 1999StandardBuildingCode(SBC).
• 2003InternationalResidentialCode(IRC).
• 2003InternationalBuildingCode(IBC).
• InternationalOneandTwoFamilyDwellingCode1998.
• BOCA® National Building Code/1999(BNBC).
• Trex®Decking is included in theNationalResearchCouncilofCanada’sRegistryofProductEvaluations.Seewww.trex.comforCCMCEvaluationReport13125-R.
25-Year limited residential Warranty
As a Trex® decking and railing owner or
installer, you’ve invested in a revolutionary
material that provides years of like-new
performance with only periodic cleaning .
You can feel safe using Trex . Trex Company
provides a 25-year limited residential and
a five-year limited commercial warranty
with comprehensive coverage against:
• Splintering,splitting,andcracking
• Rotanddecay
• Termitedamage
• Materialdefects
Please see pages 32-33 for the residential
and commercial warranties, respectively .
Tip:For more technical informationon Trex, including painting,code reports, mold and mildewand physical and mechanicalproperties, visit http://www.trex.com/Universal/technical_info/default.asp.
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Limited Residential WarrantyTrex Company, Inc . (hereinafter “Trex”) warrants to the original consumer purchaser (“Purchaser”) that, for a period of twenty-five (25) years from the date of original consumer purchase, under normal use and service conditions, Trex‚ products shall be free from material defects in workmanship and materials, and shall not check, split, splinter, rot or suffer structural damage from termites or fungal decay . If a defect occurs within the warranty period, Purchaser shall notify Trex in writing and, upon confirmation by an authorized Trex representative of the defect, Trex’s sole responsibility shall be, at its option, to either replace the defective item or refund the portion of the purchase price paid by Purchaser for such defective item (not including the cost of its initial installation) .
This warranty shall not cover and Trex shall not be responsible for costs and expenses incurred with respect to the removal of defective Trex products or the installation of replacement materials, including but not limited to labor and freight .
This warranty may be transferred one (1) time, within the five (5) year period beginning from the date of original pur-chase by the Purchaser, to a subsequent buyer of the property upon which the Trex products were originally installed .
To make a claim under this limited warranty, Purchaser, or the transferee, shall send to Trex, within the warranty period referred to above, a description of the claimed defect and proof of purchase, to the following address:
Trex Company, Inc .Customer Relations
160 Exeter DriveWinchester, VA 22603-8605
Trex does not warrant against and is not responsible for, and no implied warranty shall be deemed to cover, any condition attributable to: (1) improper installation of Trex products and/or failure to abide by Trex’s installation guidelines, includ-ing but not limited to improper gapping; (2) use of Trex products beyond normal residential use, or in an application not recommended by Trex’s guidelines and local building codes; (3) movement, distortion, collapse or settling of the ground or the supporting structure on which Trex products are installed; (4) any act of God (such as flooding, hurricane, earthquake, lightning, etc .), environmental condition (such as air pollution, mold, mildew, etc .), or staining from foreign substances (such as dirt, grease, oil, etc .); (5) variations or changes in color of Trex products; or (6) improper handling, storage, abuse or neglect of Trex products by Purchaser, the transferee or third parties .
No person or entity is authorized by Trex to make and Trex shall not be bound by any statement or representation as to the quality or performance of Trex products other than as contained in this warranty . This warranty may not be altered or amended except in a written instrument signed by Trex and Purchaser .
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL TREX BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-TIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER SUCH DAMAGES ARE SOUGHT IN CONTRACT, IN TORT (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY) OR OTHERWISE, AND TREX’S LIABIL-ITY WITH RESPECT TO DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE REPLACEMENT OF SUCH PRODUCTS OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE, AS DESCRIBED ABOVE .
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you . This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state .
This warranty shall only be applicable and enforceable in the United States of America and Canada .
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Limited Commercial WarrantyTrex Company, Inc . (hereinafter “Trex”) warrants to the original end-user commercial purchaser (“Purchaser”) that, for a period of five (5) years from the date of original commercial purchase, under normal commercial use and service condi-tions, Trex‚ products shall be free from material defects in workmanship and materials, and shall not check, split, splinter, rot or suffer structural damage from termites or fungal decay . If a defect occurs within the warranty period, Purchaser shall notify Trex in writing and, upon confirmation by an authorized Trex representative of the defect, Trex’s sole re-sponsibility shall be, at its option, to either replace the defective item or refund the portion of the purchase price paid by Purchaser for such defective item (not including the cost of its initial installation) .
For purposes of this warranty, “commercial” shall refer to an application intended for unrestricted public access (no fee), restricted public access (fee based admission or members) or a non-residential commercial enterprise .
This warranty shall not cover and Trex shall not be responsible for costs and expenses incurred with respect to the removal of defective Trex products or the installation of replacement materials, including but not limited to labor and freight .
This warranty may be transferred to subsequent buyers of the property upon which the Trex products were originally installed .
To make a claim under this limited warranty, Purchaser, or any transferee, shall send to Trex, within the warranty period referred to above, a description of the claimed defect and proof of purchase, to the following address:
Trex Company, Inc .Customer Relations
160 Exeter DriveWinchester, VA 22603-8605
Trex does not warrant against and is not responsible for, and no implied warranty shall be deemed to cover, any condition attributable to: (1) improper installation of Trex products and/or failure to abide by Trex’s installation guidelines, includ-ing but not limited to improper gapping; (2) use of Trex products beyond normal commercial use, or in an application not recommended by Trex’s guidelines and local building codes; (3) movement, distortion, collapse or settling of the ground or the supporting structure on which Trex products are installed; (4) any act of God (such as flooding, hurricane, earthquake, lightning, etc .), environmental condition (such as air pollution, mold, mildew, etc .), or staining from foreign substances (such as dirt, grease, oil, etc .); (5) variations or changes in color of Trex products; or (6) improper handling, storage, abuse or neglect of Trex products by Purchaser, any transferee or third parties .
No person or entity is authorized by Trex to make and Trex shall not be bound by any statement or representation as to the quality or performance of Trex products other than as contained in this warranty . This warranty may not be altered or amended except in a written instrument signed by Trex and Purchaser .
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL TREX BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-TIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER SUCH DAMAGES ARE SOUGHT IN CONTRACT, IN TORT (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY) OR OTHERWISE, AND TREX’S LIABIL-ITY WITH RESPECT TO DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE REPLACEMENT OF SUCH PRODUCTS OR REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE, AS DESCRIBED ABOVE .
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you . This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state .
This warranty shall only be applicable and enforceable in the United States of America and Canada .
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