10
Drilling Ends
Unobstructed end
When you are securing the end of a board
and
you can position the Deck Jig past the board
(that is, when the Deck Jig is not obstructed by
a wall), use the center drill guide (1) for superior
strength.
1
Obstructed end
When you are securing the end of a board but
the Deck Jig cannot be positioned past the
board because of a wall obstruction, use either
of the angled drill guides (2), as shown.
2
Drilling 45° Decking
When you are securing deck boards at a 45°
angle from the joists, place the center drill
guide (1) at the intersection of the joist and the
deck board.
Then drill using the dashed line as an alignment
guide.
1
Drilling a Splice Joint
When you are creating a splice at the center of
a joist, use an angled drill guide (2) to get the
strongest joint possible.
For correct hole placement, align the edge of
the jig with the splice, as shown.
2