This particular Simpson Strong-Tie video is part of the "Build a Stronger Deck" series which illustrates how to utilize Simpson Strong-Tie Deck Guard Post Connections.

A deck’s guard posts are the vertical members along the open sides of the deck that connect the handrails to the framing. In order to provide the required 200 lb. load resistance at the handrail, the post must not only be fastened to the rim joist, but also tied back into the joist framing. We will highlight the available options to help you select what’s best for your project.

Here are some of the Simpson products featured in this video:

SIMPSON STRONG TIE DTT2Z DECK TENSION TIE ZMAX

SIMPSON STRONG TIE H2.5AZ HURRICANE TIE ZMAX 100PK

SIMPSON STRONG TIE H3Z HURRICANE TIE ZMAX 100 PK

SIMPSON STRONG TIE HTT4 TENSION TIE

SIMPSON STRONG TIE SDWS27800SS-RP1 .276x8-IINCH 316SS T50 FLAGGED 25 PK

SIMPSON STRONG TIE SDWS22500DB 5-INCH T40 FLAT DBL BARRIER COATING 300 PK

SIMPSON STRONG TIE THD50600HMG - TITEN HEAD MG 1/2 x 6 MECHANICAL ANCHOR 80 PK

SIMPSON STRONG TIE APBDW66 OUTDOOR ACCENTS MISSION POST BASE COVER FOR 6X6 POST 8 PK

SIMPSON STRONG TIE APBDW44 OUTDOOR ACCENTS MISSION POST BASE COVER FOR 4X4 POST 8 PK