Fiberon BRDPRTF CN 20-10PK Installation Guide
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1. Beautiful outdoor dang L ife fiberon Getting Started Follow local approved building codes Careful planning of the finished deck layout will result in better looking finished projects Failure to follow installation guidelines could void warranty e Joist location plays an important role in the safety of the deck itself but may also affect the ease method and price of your railing system e Before starting read the instructions of both the decking and railing systems planned for the project e Dark colors will absorb more heat than lighter colors and as such will experience greater ranges in expansion contraction e Thoroughly reading all instructions first will make for more profitable projects Failure to do so may result in more difficult installation and may void warranty e For decks using metal joisting specialized surface fasteners are required Do not use Phantom Hidden Fasteners or Deck Pilot fasteners Fasteners for metal that install at a 90 degree angle only are required Joist Spacing Joists used in deck frame construction should be 2 x 8 5 cm x 20 cm or larger Figure 3 Joist Stringer Spacing P Residential Commercial Diagonal 12 N A Brand Perpendicular Perpendicular Paramount Horizon ce EELS AAA F sanctuary 16 2 e ProTect t coate 1e f e Co e a Secure stair treads over and in contact with a treated pine 2x6 installed flat not on edge as under suppo2. Composite surface fasteners may be used check with manufacturer for coating warranty Pre drilling is recommended Plain galvanized surface fasteners are not recommended Fastener Setback 1 1 2 4 om Setback Screw heads must be flush with board surface Use caution to avoid over tightening fasteners Excess tightening may cause immediate or eventual cracking of the fastener locations Do not surface fasten within 11 2 4 cm of the end of a board or 1 3 cm from the side of the board Fiberon Decking Installation Instructions Do Not Toe Nail Proper Installation 1 1 2 4 cm 90 n Deck Board Lm Board Pre drilling e t is necessary to pre drill end of board screw holes to prevent immediate or eventual end splitting Figure 6 e Pre drilling all holes will result in better looking finished projects DO NOT over tighten fasteners Over tightening will induce cracking at board ends e Surface fasteners should always be driven in at a 90 angle to the decking surface Toe nailing screws is not recommended Figure 7 Instead the placement of blocking sister joists when needed is recommended to allow perpendicular installation of surface fasteners at board ends Figure 8 e Pre drilling is required in cold temperatures WRONG NY Deck Board Deck Board Requirements e Clean straight lines of fasteners look better than wobbly lines Use white
3. This will avoid leaving holes in your decking once the plywood sheet is removed Be sure to always follow the ladder manufacturer s instructions and safety tips FIB 0098 LIT 3 14 6
4. chalk straight boards or string lines as templates for straight lines e All brands of Fiberon decking may be surface fastened Annular thread ring shank and spiral shank nails of sufficient length have excellent holding power and produce good results e Screws have superior holding power Use only screws designed for composite decking DO NOT USE traditional bugle head screws e For acleaner look stainless steel composite screws are recommended These screws are engineered specifically to work with composite decking and prevent mushrooming resulting in better looking finished projects Fastening Boards Fiberon decking requires two fasteners at every joist location Figure 9 While surface fastening is allowed on all Fiberon decking products the use of Flberon branded Phantom Hidden Fasteners are highly recommended with Fiberon grooved GV decking to create a smooth unblemished decking surface Fiberon GV boards cannot be used as stair treads For the most up to date instructions visit filberondecking com fiberon TY oooi Life Hidden Fasteners FASTENERS RECOMMENDED FOR USE WITH FIBERON GV DECKING include Phantom Hidden Fasteners and Phantom End Clip Hidden Fasteners Fiberon Paramount square edge decking requires the use of Fiberon Cortex Screws the only approved hidden face fasteners recommended for Paramount decking Fiberon Cortex screws are available in all five colors of Paramount Decking Wood Grain Patter
5. entilation Fascia Installation Fascia is intended as a non structural covering for rim joists risers and stringers Screws should be installed at a maximum 12 80 cm interval with three screws across the face at each interval Figure 12 For Paramount also apply a zigzag bead of high quality exterior adhesive to the entire length of the back smooth side of the board within 2 5 cm of the edges and ends Do not over tighten screws as buckling and cracking may result Install with 1 8 8 mm spacing between the edges and ends in temperatures above 50 F 10 C Leave 3 16 5 mm space between edges and ends in temperatures below 50 F 10 Proper Fascia Installation Jot Bin doiet Fascia Fire and Unusual Heat Sources Composite decking will retain heat when exposed to direct or reflective sunlight Exercise caution if walking barefoot as footwear may be required Fire and unusual sources of heat and heat buildup can potentially damage Fiberon decking surfaces Examples would include fire reflected light from different types of glass ex low e glass fire features and under deck waterproofing installations that do not provide the 6 15 cm of un obstructed net free ventilation e Low E Glass Reflected Heat Low emissivity glass is designed to prevent heat gain inside the house by reflecting sunlight outward This reflective property can result in excessive heat buildup on the surface of Fiberon decking and on
6. exterior surfaces When the sunlight is reflected and concentrated it can harm a range of building materials that include doors windows siding trim and decking Damage caused to For the most up to date instructions visit filberondecking com Beautiful outdoor ne Life fiberon these products can include melting sagging warping discoloration increased expansion and contraction and accelerated weathering If you have questions on how to reduce this risk contact the manufacturer of the product which contains the Low E glass for suggestions on how to reduce or eliminate the reflected heat e Under deck waterproofing systems Under deck waterproofing systems properly installed can provide additional living or storage space Improper installations are those that restrict air flow and result in buildup of heat and or humidity which can result in unwanted consequences Contact the manufacturer of the specific under deck waterproofing system for installation instructions to ensure required 6 15 cm of un obstructived net free ventilation is achieved for Fiberon decking If already installed seek methods to achieve the ventilation requirement e Fire Features Fire Pits Fire features and fire pits are increasingly popular in outdoor living environments Fire can damage many building products including Fiberon decking Improperly installed fire features and fire pits can cause damage to the surface of Fiberon decking via direc
7. ns Note that the wood grain patterns on Fiberon decking are directional Different looks can be achieved by laying the decking in the same or alternating directions There are several different wood grain patterns See Figure 10 below for one of these patterns The graining pattern repeats approximately every 44 1 12 m feet along the board length To ensure you orient the boards to achieve the desired effect a directional label is noted on the side of each board showing grain direction During the planning phase of any deck project arrange decking before installation to achieve the desired pattern and color effect Figure 11 This is also important if different lengths bundles of material are used as different wood grain patterns and color tones may need to be mixed to achieve the desired look Wood Grain Orientation During Installation SANN DAAN SAAN SYAAN YAAN Alternating Direction Same Direction Fiberon Decking Installation Instructions Ventilation Do not install decking directly to a solid surface Make sure there is adequate and unobstructed air flow under the deck to prevent excessive water absorption Improve drainage or grade flat areas where standing water may gather Allow a minimum of 6 15 cm between the bottom of the deck substructure joists and the ground The deck design must allow unrestricted airflow under at least 50 of its perimeter to permit adequate v
8. rature swings during normal use To help control end to end spacing dark color decking should be kept at ambient temperature and shaded from direct sun prior to cutting and immediate securing The following procedures will result in less visible gapping e Keep boards out of direct sun during storage and cutting processes and through to installation if possible Never cut and install boards in direct sun assuming them to be at ambient temperature e Use lighter colored boards in the field of the deck with darker colored boards as design accents For the most up to date instructions visit filberondecking com Beautiful outdoor dang L ife fiberon e Use short boards where possible e Use splitter divider boards between each continuous run of boards e Surface fasten using heavy gauge 9 or 10 quality composite deck screws Gapping End To End Spacing by Temperature Brand 85 amp 36 69 70 89 90 109 110 amp Up Under Peman re pe pe o o ProTect 7 i A P Se ee Note For locations with extreme temperture swings double joisting and surface fastening may be required to minimize shifting of material Adhering to these spacing parameters will e Promote proper drainage and ventilation e Aid in the removal of organic debris e Meet board spacing requirements for Fiberon warranty coverage Surface Fasteners The use of stainless steel composite deck screws is strongly recommended
9. rt and secured with Simpson A23 approved connectors and 10d x 1 1 2 hot galvanized nails ea NINNIN Residential Joist Spacing Joists Deck Boards 12 o c 31 cm 16 o c 41 cm Fiberon Decking Installation Instructions When installing Blocking heavy loads on top slong of your decking project a hot tub for example it is Ng important to also understand the requirements of the manufacturer as they may have specific framing and support requirements for their warranty coverage Stringers or Joists When installing blocking for more intricate decking patterns remember that solid blocking blocking laid on the flat will inhibit water flow and result in buildup of organic materials over time which will make cleaning more difficult For best results when blocking is required it should be installed ladder style Figure 3 Board Spacing All decking materials whether wood composite or metal undergo some degree of linear expansion with the changes of weather and the season To compensate for the effects of contraction and expansion the following installation standards must be maintained End ae Side To Side Spacing Determined ZN f aaa Determined by Temperature Note Special consideration should be taken when working with dark colors as they will experience larger tempe
10. t exposure to the flame or excessive radiated heat Proper caution should be taken when designing installing and using these features to ensure damage does not result Static Dry or windy environments may create a temporary condition of static electricity which will vary depending on climate and site conditions In the case of excessive static buildup on an installed PVC or HDPE capped deck Fiberon recommends to use the following procedure 1 Remove loose debris from the deck surface 2 Dilute ACL Staticide Concentrate 1 part to 39 parts water 1 39 3 Spray or mop entire surface of the deck 4 Allow to air dry do not attempt to wipe the surface dry as wiping will reduce the effectiveness of the anti static coating Although very safe in diluted form ACL Staticide Concentrate is considered a hazardous chemical non diluted DO NOT use ACL Staticide Concentrate non diluted For the most up to date instructions visit filberondecking com Fiberon Decking Installation Instructions Important Ladder Usage Safety Instructions When using a ladder on composite decking it is mandatory to lay down a sheet of plywood over the deck surface to disperse the load of the ladder s feet to nearby underlying joists Drill fasteners downward through the top of the plywood sheet to keep it from slipping Position fasteners so they adequately protrude and rest firmly in the gaps between the deck boards and into the joists
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