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Secure the Posts. Bolt the posts to the inside of the rim joists. Maximum spacing of posts is 72 inches on center. Bolts should be vertically spaced no less than 5-1/8 inch apart. For a composite railing system, slide the post sleeve over the wood post, then the post sleeve skirt over the post sleeve; both should rest on the decking. Attach the top and bottom rails to the inside of the posts using two 3-inch screws diagonally 2 inches apart. Attach the top cap to the posts using two 3-inch screws diagonally 2 inches apart. Screw the top cap to the top rail every 12 inches.
Railing Components. 1  Posts - The posts on your deck railing are usually 4 x 4â or 6 x 6â. 2  Balusters, spindles or cables - Balusters and spindles are the traditional pickets that run vertically along your railing, and provide protection as well as visually define the space.