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2020 DECKING

INSTALLATION GUIDE

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Summary of Contents for SELECT

Page 1: ...2020 DECKING INSTALLATION GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...eck builder At trex com you can request information register your warranty and reach out to customer service representatives who can answer even more questions Call 1 800 BUY TREX 1 800 289 8739 and speak to a Customer Loyalty Advocate who can answer your questions Refer to www trex com for up to date installation and technical documents that may not be found in this printed guide NOTE Constructio...

Page 3: ...a Installation Recommendations 13 Framing and Fastening Tips 14 Rooftop and Sleeper Deck Systems 15 Metal Framing Requirements and Gapping 16 Code Compliance 18 Gapping and Overhang 18 How to Install Decking Important Notes Before Installing Trex Decking 19 Routing Square Edged Boards for Trex Hideaway Hidden Fasteners 19 Abutted Board Attachment Requirements 19 Installing Trex Transcend Enhance S...

Page 4: ...ed fasteners with standard power drills impact drivers use care if using impact drivers or right angle drills SPECIFIC DECK BOARD ATTACHMENT TOOLS Screw Guns Some Trex recommended deck fasteners are compatible with screw guns Refer to the recommended fasteners page for more information TigerClaw Pneumatic Gun If choosing to use the Trex Hideaway Hidden Fastener Connector Clips these are the metal ...

Page 5: ...STRUCTIONS Hard Water Staining Hard water is water with high amounts of mineral deposits like lime silica and calcium When the water dries deposits are left behind leaving unsightly spots on surfaces This is not a defect of Trex products but an issue with the water itself Generally these deposits can be cleaned with white vinegar on decking surfaces Rinsing is required so care should be taken to n...

Page 6: ... that can sometimes discolor or lighten the decking surface Curving Trex Decking Trex recommends the use of the Trex CustomCurve to properly curve decking products Note that Trex Enhance decking cannot be curved Job Site Storage Store decking on a flat level surface and ALWAYS use proper supports dunnage DO NOT store directly on the ground When stacking decking bundles supports dunnage should star...

Page 7: ...7 PLANNING AHEAD PLANNING AHEAD ...

Page 8: ... ADA Handrail is required and if so plan spanning for posts accordingly to allow for attachment of Trex ADA Handrail ADA Handrail requires a span of 6 OC for posts Grill placement A good recommendation to help prevent damage to your railing is to not have a grill too close to your railing Allow for ample airspace 6 or more is recommended between the back sides of your grill to help prevent charrin...

Page 9: ...rex Pergola on your deck you will need access to the underside of the deck Trex Pergola mounts with a 10 x 10 254 mm x 254 mm aluminum plate on the underside of the deck creating a clamping effect on both the top and bottom of the deck for maximum strength If installed water barriers and any under deck coverings will have to be removed to properly install the pergola posts You need to consider the...

Page 10: ...10 DECKING DECKING ...

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Page 12: ...ie Company Inc DeckFast Cap Tor xd and HeadCote Cap Tor xd are registered trademarks of Starborn Industries Inc C Deck Exterior Star Deck Composite Deck Screw is a product of Screw Products Inc Phillips II Plus is a registered trademark of Phillips Fasteners LLC SplitStop screws are a registered trademark of Titan Metal Werks Inc Transcend Enhance scalloped profile Select RECOMMENDED FASTENERS DEC...

Page 13: ...s that can be followed for fascia or deck boards being used for fascia Use three Trex recommended composite decking screws every 12 ALWAYS refer to manufacturer instructions to ensure that recommended screws can be used for fascia applications The top screw should be placed 1 from the top of the rim joist the second screw in the center of the rim joist and the third screw 1 from the bottom of the ...

Page 14: ...es for restrictions Trex decking cannot be used for structural applications Do not attach Trex decking directly to any solid surface or watertight system In most cases install fasteners at a 90 angle perpendicular to the board At board ends on the deck s edge you can install screws placed perpendicularly at the recommended distance at minimum of 1 25mm from the board end and edge without splitting...

Page 15: ...llowable Trex recommends the use of Trex Universal Hidden Fasteners or 2 Starborn Cap Tor xd Epoxy Coated screws NOTE Trex recommended composite decking screws are too long when using 1 1 2 38 mm height as this will penetrate through the sleeper For areas with the potential for debris buildup a minimum 3 1 2 89 mm or greater height is recommended to allow the debris to be removed along with the us...

Page 16: ... Gap decking width to width 5mm All Temps Gap decking end to end 3mm 4 C 5mm 4 C Two screws per joist NOTES When using an aluminum framing system or other type of metal for sleeper systems follow manufacturer s instructions for proper installation Depending on type of structure being used different types of fasteners must be used for attachment When using screws to attach decking to framing use tw...

Page 17: ...nspector for span recommendations If you want to minimize the appearance of joists through the spaces between boards paint the top of your joists black Code Listings Trex complies with major model building codes and has been evaluated by the International Code Council evaluation service For a Safety Data Sheets SDS please visit www trex com Adjust Joist Spanning to Accommodate Angled Decking Patte...

Page 18: ...olid Objects When decking is abutting a wall you must also gap it 1 4 1 2 6 13 mm depending on the temperature at installation See chart at left Width to Width The minimum required width to width gapping is 3 16 5 mm This is allowed for both hot and cold weather installations For docks and heavily wooded areas Trex recommends a 3 8 10 mm gap No gapping should ever exceed 1 2 13 mm Temperature at i...

Page 19: ...uting Square Edge Boards for Trex Hideaway Hidden Fasteners NOTE All Trex square edge profiles either 1x6 or 2x6 can be routed Using a Trex routerbit with standard router 1 Rout from bottom side of board 2 Rout the entire length of the board or at every intersection where board is over support joists 1 8 40 F 3 16 40 F 3mm 4 5C 5mm 4 5C 30mm Abutted Board Attachment Requirements Metal Framing NOTE...

Page 20: ...1 1 1 1 4 40 F 1 2 40 F 2 4 1 1 3 3 2 2 1 1 6 3 2 2 NOTE Construction methods are always improving Please refer to www trex com for the most up to date installation requirements 5 1 1 2 NOTE Use scrap piece of decking to help hold fastener in place while attaching 6mm 4 C 13mm 4 C ...

Page 21: ...es Boards continued with Trex Hideaway Universal Hidden Fasteners 2 1 1 1 1 4 40 F 1 2 40 F 2 Route one side of square edge board to use with hidden fasteners TIP Use a recommended hidden fastener screw and plug for last board installation Fascia screws supplied by installer 1 x 8 fascia shown NOTE Refer to page 15 for detailed fascia attachment instructions 6mm 4 C 13mm 4 C 1 10 2 ...

Page 22: ...same screw as supplied with hidden fastener NOTE Install at both ends and center of board 5 6 1 1 2 1 1 8 3 2 2 2 1 7 Pre drill 1 25mm Use same screw as supplied with hidden fastener NOTE Install at both ends and center of board NOTE Construction methods are always improving Please refer to www trex com for the most up to date installation requirements ...

Page 23: ...hidden fasteners Fascia screws supplied by installer 1 x 8 fascia shown Installing Trex Escapes Boards continued with Trex Hideaway Universal Hidden Fasteners 1 12 2 2 1 1 Replacing Trex Boards Transcend Enhance Select Escapes Installed with Trex Hideaway Universal Fasteners 2 New board at an angle Existing Deck 3 Insert Fasteners Insert Fasteners 4 ...

Page 24: ...s must be used glue is not required for this application Most model building codes require the stair treads to be constructed under the following requirements Stairways must be at least 36 wide Stair treads must be at least 11 deep Gapping between Trex boards on stair treads must be 1 4 3 8 The overhang of the stair tread is not to exceed 3 4 For railings that are installed directly over stair tre...

Page 25: ...2 1 1 2 4 5 6 Rout one side of board last stair tread 7 Installing Trex Stair Treads Installed with Hidden Fasteners NOTE Use square edge composite decking boards and manually route these on required sides to allow for use with hidden fasteners 6mm 4 C 3mm 4 C ...

Page 26: ...26 WARRANTIES WARRANTIES ...

Page 27: ... mildew can settle and grow on any outdoor surface including this Product You should periodically clean your deck to remove dirt and pollen that can feed mold and mildew This warranty does not cover mold and mildew which is not properly cleaned as provided above within one 1 week of first appearance Standard Trex Company Limited Warranty This warranty is in addition to the standard Trex Company Li...

Page 28: ...terials it may elect to replace the percentage listed below of boards otherwise meeting the requirements for a claim or if it is refunding the purchase price it may elect to refund the percentage listed below of the purchase price of boards otherwise meeting the requirements for a claim YEAR OF WARRANTY CLAIM PERCENTAGE RECOVERY 11 80 12 80 13 80 14 60 15 60 16 60 17 40 18 40 19 40 20 20 21 20 22 ...

Page 29: ...IMITED TO LABOR AND FREIGHT With respect to a residential application this warranty may be transferred one 1 time within the five 5 year period beginning fromthedateoforiginalpurchasebythePurchaser toasubsequent buyer of the property upon which the Product was originally installed With respect to a commercial application this warranty is freely transferable to subsequent buyers of the property upo...

Page 30: ...30 NOTES ...

Page 31: ...ct Island Mist Transcend Tropicals Winchester Grey Select Beach Dune Enhance Basics Toasted Sand Enhance Naturals Saddle Enhance Basics Coastal Bluff Enhance Naturals Saddle Select Tiki Torch Transcend Tropicals Havana Gold Transcend Tropicals Tree House Transcend Earth Tones Spiced Rum Transcend Tropicals Vintage Lantern Transcend Earth Tones Lava Rock Transcend Tropicals Fire Pit Transcend Earth...

Page 32: ...Inc All rights reserved Trex the Trex logo Trex Transcend Trex Enhance Trex Select Trex Signature Trex Hideaway Trex Elevations Trex OutdoorLighting Trex Blade Trex Outdoor Kitchens Trex Spiral Stairs Trex RainEscapes Trex Pergola TrexPro Trex CustomCurve Trex LatticeWorks and Trex Cornhole are either federally registered trademarks trademarks or trade dress of Trex Company Inc Winchester Virginia...

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