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Balustrade Systems
POLYURETHANE CATALOG
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How to Order
Balustrade Systems**
Fypon
®
smooth balustrades are available in three
systems: 5", 7" and 12". This size designates the
width of the top and bottom rail. In addition to these
three sizes, we offer a stone-textured system, which
has a 6" wide top and bottom rail.
Planning Your Layout
Balusters
If you are using baluster panels, determine how many
of them you wish to use first, then fill in the remaining
space between the panels and newels with balusters.
The maximum center-to-center distance between
panels, balusters and newels should not allow a
4” ball to pass through at any point.
For each baluster, we have noted a center spacing
dimension. This is the maximum center-to-center
distance between balusters that does not allow a 4" ball
to pass through at any point. The number of balusters
you need can be found by dividing the rail span, in inches,
by the center spacing dimension shown under each part.
NOTE: When dividing gives you a fractional result, always round
up to the next whole number as shown in the example.
Rail Installation Kits
Each rail section (span between two newel posts) will
require two rail installation kits (BRK). Rail installation
kits will connect both ends of one rail to a newel
post, with the exception of
BRK12ANGLBKT.
This kit
connects both ends of one section, requiring only one
kit per section.
NOTE: Fypon rail installation kits will not work on stair
applications. Top and bottom rails do not come pre-drilled.
Newel Posts
Each newel post will require one newel post installation
kit (NPK) to anchor the base of the post, as well as any
post tops, balls or trim collars desired.
The products in this section of the catalog are organized
by style and then size. Once you determine the style of
balustrade system desired, you can find the right size for
your project with all the parts and accessories needed to
complete the system, conveniently grouped together.
How to Use This Section
Remember to Order Adhesive
A urethane-based adhesive
must
be
used on all joint surfaces. See page 200
to order Loctite
®
PL Premium
®
Adhesive.*
BAL3X20CC
–
Requires 5" on
center spacing
(Round up to 20)
Rail Span ÷ Center Spacing =
No. of Balusters Needed
96" ÷ 5" = 19.2
Baluster Example
Balustrade System
Accessories
Balustrade system accessories are available
to help achieve your desired look. All
balustrade accessories are unattached and
must be ordered separately.
Columns and Porch Posts
A variety of structural post options are
available to customize your balustrade
system. Choose from structural porch posts
or structural columns in the Porch Posts,
Columns and Post Wrap section, beginning
on page 182.
NOTE: When using porch posts with any railing
system, make sure that the base height of the post can
accommodate the overall height of your railing system.
Custom Products
To request a unique custom product design,
please contact the Fypon Custom Product
Sales Department at 855.397.6647. You
may also fill out our Custom Quote Request
Form, which can be obtained at www.fypon.
com/products/custom.asp, or contact the
Fypon Customer Service Department at
800.446.3040.
* Loctite
®
PL Premium
®
is owned by Henkel Corporation.
** Always consult the local building code authority to determine suitability of products to
meet specific project requirements.
Fypon reserves the right to hollow out the back of any product without notice. This space is
not intended to be used for blocking purposes. Some products may be made as assemblies.
Images are representative of style, actual product will vary by size.