Decking Field Guide

01 DECK I N S TA L L AT I ON T I P S AND T R I CK S SECTION 3 21 TOOLS NEEDED: TOOLS NEEDED: INSTALLATION: INSTALLATION: • Cordless Driver • Carpenter Square • Chalk Line • Spacing Tools • Tape Measure • Miter Saw • Jig Saw • Safety Glasses • Cordless Driver • Carpenter Square • Chalk Line • Spacing Tools • Tape Measure • Circular Saw • Jig Saw • Safety Glasses • Drill Bits • Do NOT nail AZEK Deck boards. • Cutting or drilling metal should not be done be done on AZEK Deck boards as metal shavings may be come hot and embed themselves into the deck boards. • Always be sure to check and cut the factory cut ends of boards to ensure they are square. • AZEK Deck boards need to be installed embossed side up. • AZEK Deck/RimJoist Covers should not be routed with the exception of the start/stop boards. • In areas with unobstructed airflow such as roofs and on grade applications, a minimum of 11/2" sleeper system is required. • Proper joist spacing is required for proer installation. Joist spacing should never exceed 16” on center. For a more rigid feel, 12" may be preferred. • You MUST pre-drill • TimberTech Deck and Fascia boards are on-sided and are to be installed with the grain side up for the walking surface. Fascia is to be installed grain side out. • Prior to installation, check to make sure all joists are level, structurally sound and there are no nails or screws protruding. • Ensure that all joists are crowned correctly and that all joists are level across the top as TimberTech deck will conform to the surface contour of the substructure. • Proper joist spacing is required for proper installation. Joist spacing should never exceed 16" on center. For a more rigid feel, 12" may be preferred. • For best results, installing solid wood blocking between each joist, placed every 4'-6' within the structure, can help recude movement or twisting of the joists, therefore reducing gapping.