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Trex Introduces New All-In-One Railing Post Kits

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Trex Company [NYSE: TREX], the world's largest manufacturer of composite decking and railing, has introduced All-In-One Post Kits for its Trex Select® and Trex Enhance® railing. These budget-friendly kits include a composite post sleeve, post cap, and post skirt packaged together, simplifying the railing purchase and installation process. Priced to compete with vinyl railing, the kits come in Trex's Classic White finish and are designed to slide over 4-inch by 4-inch structural posts.

The Enhance Kit is available in 48" height, while the Select Kit offers 40", 48", or 54" options. Both require separate purchase of railing kits and brackets. The new products aim to provide a more attractive and durable alternative to vinyl and wood at a competitive price point. Like all Trex products, these kits are low-maintenance, made in the USA, and backed by a 25-year Residential Warranty.

Trex Company [NYSE: TREX], il maggior produttore mondiale di decking e corrimano in composito, ha introdotto i Kit Post All-In-One per i corrimano Trex Select® e Trex Enhance®. Questi kit, economici e pratici, includono un involucro per palo in composito, un tappo per palo e una gonna per palo confezionati insieme, semplificando il processo di acquisto e installazione del corrimano. Prezzi competitivi rispetto ai corrimani in vinile, i kit sono disponibili nella finitura Classic White di Trex e sono progettati per scivolare su pali strutturali di 4 pollici per 4 pollici.

Il Kit Enhance è disponibile in altezza di 48

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  • Introduction of new All-In-One Post Kits for Trex Select® and Trex Enhance® railing, potentially expanding market reach
  • Competitive pricing against vinyl railing, potentially increasing market share
  • Simplified purchase and installation process, potentially improving customer satisfaction
  • 25-year Residential Warranty, enhancing product value proposition
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Trex's introduction of All-In-One Railing Post Kits is a strategic move to expand market share in the outdoor living sector. By offering a budget-friendly alternative to wood and vinyl, Trex is positioning itself to capture a broader customer base. The kits' ease of installation and low maintenance features align with consumer preferences for convenience and durability.

However, the impact on revenue may be in the short term. While these kits could increase sales volume, they might also cannibalize sales of higher-margin products. The long-term strategy appears focused on market penetration and brand loyalty, which could lead to upselling opportunities in the future.

Trex's new product line represents a potential growth driver, targeting a more price-sensitive segment of the market. This move could expand Trex's addressable market and potentially increase overall revenue. However, investors should note that competing on price might pressure profit margins in the short term.

The company's strategy aligns with its position as the market leader, leveraging its brand strength and distribution network. The 25-year warranty demonstrates confidence in product quality, which could reduce long-term liability risks. Investors should monitor how this product line affects Trex's overall sales mix and profitability metrics in upcoming quarterly reports.

Budget-friendly post sleeve, cap and skirt packages make railing selection and installation a breeze

WINCHESTER, Va., Aug. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Living up to its tagline of engineering what’s next in outdoor living, Trex Company [NYSE: TREX], the world’s largest manufacturer of high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and railing, and a leading brand of outdoor living products, has introduced All-In-One Post Kits for its Trex Select® and Trex Enhance® railing. Designed to simplify the railing purchase and installation process, these budget-friendly kits come complete with a composite post sleeve, post cap and post skirt packaged together.

“Our mission is to make it as easy as possible for homeowners to have the decks of their dreams,” said Leslie Adkins, group vice president of marketing and ESG development for Trex Company. “These new railing post kits do just that by saving customers time and making the improved aesthetics and performance of Trex railing more affordable and accessible to homeowners who might otherwise choose wood or vinyl railing.”

Priced to compete with vinyl railing, the new All-In-One Post Kits come in Trex’s Classic White finish and include composite post sleeves, post caps and post skirts packaged together for easy ordering, shipping and stocking. The kits also facilitate easy installation with post sleeves that slide seamlessly over any 4-inch by 4-inch structural post to form a solid anchor. Combined with the coordinating skirt and cap, the components deliver a clean, finished rail post look.

The Enhance Kit comes in a standard 48” railing height while the Select Kit is available in 40”, 48” or 54” heights, allowing customers to use components as-is or trim as needed for a cost-effective installation. In both cases, railing kits and brackets are sold separately.

“We are pleased to be able to offer our customers a more attractive and durable alternative to vinyl and wood at a similarly appealing price point,” added Adkins. “These strategic additions to our railing portfolio underscore our dedication to providing high-performance, low-maintenance and aesthetically pleasing solutions across all budget levels.”

Like all Trex decking and railing, the new All-In-One Post Kits are easy to maintain with no painting or staining required. Proudly made in the U.S.A, the kits are backed by a 25-year Limited Residential Warranty.

To learn more about the new All-In-One Railing Post Kits, visit Trex.com.

About Trex Company
For more than 30 years, Trex Company [NYSE: TREX] has invented, reinvented and defined the composite decking category. Today, the company is the world’s #1 brand of sustainably made, wood-alternative decking and deck railing, and a leader in high performance, low-maintenance outdoor living products. The undisputed global leader, Trex boasts the industry’s strongest distribution network with products sold through more than 6,700 retail outlets across six continents. Through strategic licensing agreements, the company offers a comprehensive outdoor living portfolio that includes deck drainage, flashing tapes, LED lighting, outdoor kitchen components, pergolas, spiral stairs, fencing, lattice, cornhole and outdoor furniture – all marketed under the Trex® brand. Based in Winchester, Va., Trex is proud to have been named America’s Most Trusted® Outdoor Decking* 4 Years in a Row (2021-2024). The company was also recently included on Barron’s list of the 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2024, named one of America’s Most Responsible Companies 2024 by Newsweek and ranked as one of the 100 Best ESG Companies for 2023 by Investor’s Business Daily. For more information, visit Trex.com. You may also follow Trex on Facebook (trexcompany), Instagram (trexcompany), X (Trex_Company), LinkedIn (trex-company), TikTok (trexcompany), Pinterest (trexcompany) and Houzz (trex-company-inc), or view product and demonstration videos on the brand’s YouTube channel (TheTrexCo).

*Trex received the highest numerical score in the proprietary Lifestory Research 2021-2024 America’s Most Trusted® Outdoor Decking studies. Study results are based on experiences and perceptions of people surveyed. Your experiences may vary. Visit www.lifestoryresearch.com.

Contact: Corinne Racine
L.C. Williams & Associates
800/837-7123 or 312/565-4615
cracine@lcwa.com

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at: https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a9a885f0-1c83-4d46-8a57-5e56c8c234c0 


FAQ

What are the new Trex All-In-One Railing Post Kits?

Trex's new All-In-One Railing Post Kits are budget-friendly packages that include a composite post sleeve, post cap, and post skirt for Trex Select® and Trex Enhance® railing systems. They are designed to simplify the railing purchase and installation process.

How do the new Trex All-In-One Post Kits compare to vinyl railing in terms of price?

The new Trex All-In-One Post Kits are priced to compete with vinyl railing, offering a more attractive and durable alternative at a similarly appealing price point.

What heights are available for the Trex All-In-One Post Kits?

The Trex Enhance Kit comes in a standard 48" railing height, while the Trex Select Kit is available in 40", 48", or 54" heights.

What warranty does Trex offer on the new All-In-One Post Kits?

Trex backs the new All-In-One Post Kits with a 25-year Residential Warranty.

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