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2017 INSTALLATION GUIDE
TREX®
DECKING
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2017 INTERNATIONAL INSTALLATION GUIDE
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TOOLS NEEDED SAFETY
Mitre saw blade (254 mm—305 mm. 40 teeth or more)
Standard power drill
Carbide-tipped blades
Trex groove router bit
Trex groove cutter
Safety glasses
Dust mask
Gloves
Long sleeves
NOTE: Construction methods are always improving. Please refer to www.uk.trex.com for the most up-to-date installation requirements.
• Please be sure to follow the temperature suggestions at installation to allow for the expansion and contraction of Trex WPC boards.
• For Trex Railing, Hot Tub, Fire Pit or Lighting installation instructions, visit www.uk.trex.com.
• For Care and Cleaning (Trex Transcend®, Trex Contour®) and Physical and Mechanical Properties (Trex Transcend®), visit www.uk.trex.com and scroll to the bottom to select your country.
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25 mm Square-Edge BoardActual Dimensions:25 mm x 140 mm x 365 cm / 487 cm / 609 cm
25 mm Grooved-Edge BoardActual Dimensions:25 mm x 140 mm x 365 cm / 487 cm / 609 cm
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Trex Universal Start Clip/Elevations Start ClipBlack-coated Stainless Steel (steel grade 302SS)
Trex Universal Hidden FastenerGlass-filled Nylon (steel grade 302SS)
Fascia and Deck Screws (Not supplied by Trex)Supplied by installer
Router Bit
Trex Elevations Universal Hidden FastenerBlack-coated Stainless Steel (steel grade 410SS)
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TREX DECKING, FASCIA, AND FASTENING SYSTEMS
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RECOMMENDED FASTENERS
�* Fascia system screws listed above can only be used with composite fascia profiles, and cannot be used with standard thickness decking boards used as fascia. Use stainless steel screws near water applications.
If any condition occurs which is attributable to the use of non-recommended fasteners, such condition shall not be covered under Trex’s Limited Warranty.
FastenMaster®, TrapEase® 3, and Cortex® are registered trademarks of OMG, Inc.
DeckFast® Fascia System screws are registered trademarks of Starborn Industries Inc.
SplitStop™ fascia screws are a registered trademark of Titan Metal Werks, Inc.
Trex recommends the use of two screws per joist.
All recommended screws are designed to be installed flush with decking surface, DO NOT countersink screws.
Use recommended stainless steel screws in any areas near bodies of saltwater.
TREX PRODUCT LINES Transcend® Enhance® Contour®
Trex Hideaway® Universal Hidden Fastener/Trex Elevations Universal Hidden Fastener X X X
FastenMaster® TrapEase 3 Ultimate Composite Deck Screw X X X
Cortex® Concealed Fasteners** X X
Starborn® DeckFast® Fascia System – Epoxy Coated* X X Starborn® DeckFast® Fascia System – HeadCote® Stainless*
SplitStop™ Fascia Screws* (uses SplitStop™ Fascia Bit) X X
*Trex Elevations Universal Hidden Fastener are approved**Trex Universal Hidden Fasteners are approved***See Trex recommended fasteners for listing of approved decking screws
This guide is for recommended use of fasteners for use with Trex decking. Not all sub-structure materials fall under these categories. In the case of any unique substrate composition of materials, or proprietary composites, consult the substrate manufacturer for recommendations of applicable fasteners.
COMPATIBLE FASTENER MATERIALS FOR USE WITH TREX
Substrate MaterialCarbon Steel w/
1000 hr. Corrosion-Resistant Coating
Stainless Steel: 410 Series or 1.4003/
1.4006
Stainless Steel: 300 Series or 1.4301/1.4401/1.4567
Exterior Grade Natural or Treated Wood Yes*** Yes Yes**
Plastic or Fiberglass Composites Yes Yes Yes
Aluminum No No Yes
Steel No Yes* Yes
SPANNING REQUIREMENTS
JOIST SPACING SPAN CHART (Center-to-Center)
Residential Decks, Light Duty Docks, Residential/Day Care Playground
Commercial Decks, Boardwalks and Marinas
Decking Loading 4788 N/m2 4788 N/m2 9576 N/m2
24 mm x 140 mm Boards 406 mm 406 mm 305 mm
60°90° 45° 30°
ADJUST JOIST SPANNING TO ACCOMMODATE ANGLED DECKING PATTERNS
90°
RES = 406 mmCOM = 305 mm
60°
RES = 355 mmCOM = 254 mm
45°
RES = 304 mmCOM = 203 mm
30°
RES = 203 mmCOM = 153 mm
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PRESSURE-TREATED FRAMING REQUIREMENTS AND GAPPING
FRAMING TO SUPPORT PATTERNS
Herringbone Pattern Tile PatternPicture Frame Pattern
Residential <407 mmCommercial <305 mm
Max. 13 mm
30 mm
Min. 38 mm
Min.38 mm
6 mm (>4.5°C)13 mm (<4.5°C)
3 mm (>4.5°C)5 mm (<4.5°C)
3 mm (>4.5°C)5 mm (<4.5°C)
NOTES:» This system should not float; it
must be attached securely to framing system.
» With wood framing, all cut ends should be coated to preserve ends. Refer to local building supplier for what can be used.
» When using screws to attach decking to framing, use two screws per every joist.
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METAL FRAMING REQUIREMENTS AND GAPPING
Perimeter joists
Adjust end span framing
per manufacturers requirments
Adjust end span framing
per manufacturers requirements
Double joistspacing per
manufacturersrequiremenrs
Double joistspacing per
manufacturersrequirements
13 mmmax. overhang
Gap deckingwidth-to-width6 mm (>4.5°C)13 mm (<4.5°C)
Gap deckingend-to-end
3 mm (>4.5°C)5 mm (<4.5°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 two screws per every joist.
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INSTALLING TREX DECKBOARDS
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IMPORTANT: You MUST Clean Cut Boards On Both Ends (min. 5mm).
To ensure an appealing mix of color tones, mix and match all boards prior to installation.
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INSTALLING TREX DECKBOARDS/CONTINUED
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WallDecking
Gap6 mm (>4.5°C)13 mm (<4.5°C)
3 mm (>4.5°C)5 mm (<4.5°C)
30 mm
30 mm
3 mm (>4.5°C)5 mm (<4.5°C)
Wood Framing
Metal Framing
Abutting Solid Objects
NOTE: Construction methods are always improving. Please refer to www.uk.trex.com for the most up-to-date installation requirements.
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Last Deck Board
*Supplied by installer *Supplied by installer
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Insert Fasteners
REPLACING TREX BOARDS INSTALLED WITH TREX HIDEAWAY UNIVERSAL FASTENERS
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Existing Deck
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MAXIMUM SPACING OF STAIR JOISTS (Center-to-Center)
25 x 140 mm boards 240 mm
Stringer
25 mm x 203 mmRiser
Trex® fascia or trim
279 mmmin. depth
6 mm - 10 mmgapping
Fasten treads to all
stringers
19 mmmax. overhang
240 mm max.for 25 mm x 140 mm
Riser removedfor clarity
< 915 mm width 4 stringers> 915 mm width 5 stringers
SPANNING REQUIREMENTS FOR TREX STAIRS
NOTE: Construction methods are always improving. Please refer to www.uk.trex.com for the most up-to-date installation requirements.
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INSTALLING TREX STAIR TREADS INSTALLED WITH HIDDEN FASTENERS
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