Installation guide
- 1. Installation Guide 4 Everdeck® Decking tiles can be installed by most homeowners themselves however we would recommend the use of an experienced decking installer for a 4 Everdeck® installation http://4everdeck.co.za
- 2. Storage and Safety • STORAGE 4 Everdeck® composite decking must be stored flat and dry and off the ground. Standard 5.8 metre long 4 Everdeck® planks require a minimum of nine gluts (supports) under the pack for proper storage. • SAFETY AND TOOLS As with any building project you should ensure that the correct tools and proper protective equipment are being used. It is the responsibility of the user to follow safe practices when using any tools during the installation process. Remember that 4 Everdeck® composite decking is heavier than most traditional timbers and should be lifted and carried with care. 4 Everdeck® composite decking can be drilled, cut, fastened or routed with normal woodworking tools. http://4everdeck.co.za
- 3. http://4everdeck.co.za FOUNDATION & SUB-STRUCTURE 4 Everdeck® composite decking cannot be used as a component of the foundation or substructure When constructing the substructure care must be taken to ensure that the joists are level, straight and square as 4 Everdeck® decking will conform to the level and orientation of the joists. An allowance of 3-4mm fall per metre of deck in the direction away from the structure should be made to aid water run-off. 4 Everdeck® must be supported every 350mm. Boards fixed across the deck at angles other than 90 degrees to the joists require closer joist spacing. As a general rule the closer the joists the better the deck. Additional joists will be required where breaker boards are used in the deck design
- 4. http://4everdeck.co.za FOUNDATION & SUB-STRUCTURE The length of the decking boards can overhang the sub frame by up to 10mm. There should be no overhang over the width of the decking boards. Consideration should be given to the overall deck size and the number of boards required to cover the deck. Most professional deck installers prefer to start from the inner edge of the deck which is normally against a wall of an existing structure. The deck boards will be installed across the deck and the finishing board may need to be trimmed in order to line up with the joists or if working to full width boards the joists may be cantilevered and trimmed back to the full width finishing board. Due to normal manufacturing tolerances and the potential for a slight difference in spacing between deck boards we do not recommend trying to pre-determine the width of the final board (the outer board must finish flush with the joist or facia board). Any cut outs around protrusions such as a veranda posts or balustrades need to be fully supported.
- 5. http://4everdeck.co.za FOUNDATION & SUB-STRUCTURE Butt joins should only occur over a double joist. 4 Everdeck® composite decking should not be attached directly to any solid surface or watertight flooring system, such as concrete, brick or tiled patios, waterproof membranes or roofing. 4 Everdeck® battens or treated timber or steel battens are required for fixing 4 Everdeck® over concrete. Good ventilation is a necessary requirement for your deck. The required clearance needed for adequate airflow and drainage between each 4 Everdeck® composite decking board is 5mm as provided when fixing with the 4 Everdeck® Deck Clip. 300mm clearance is required between the boards and the surface beneath the deck. Do not seal off deck ends, the airflow should be unobstructed and any water should be able to drain away freely. Failure to correctly install your 4 Everdeck® composite decking may void your warranty.