Installation Guide
7
GENERAL INFORMATION
7
TREX TRANSCEND
®
, TREX ENHANCE
®
, AND TREX SELECT
®
CARE AND
CLEANING GUIDE
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Trex and Static
Electricity
While this is not common, static electricity can occur on walking surfaces in dry
climates or in areas where dry winds and dust-borne particles lay on the decking
surfaces. Static electricity can build up on occupants walking across any composite
decking surface, including Trex, then produce a small static shock if they touch a
grounded metal surface such as railing, door, etc.
This condition can be decreased greatly with the use of a product call ACL Staticide
®
.
Two products tested were General Purpose Staticide
®
and Heavy Duty Staticide
®
. Both
are effective in greatly reducing static electricity on Trex decking surfaces. Apply full
strength using a mop on a dry decking surface, and allow to dry; no rinsing or diluting
needed. Products are non-toxic, non-flammable, non-staining (will not change the color
of decking surface), completely biodegradable and safe to use. Product is water based
and may require a second application after rain or other weather conditions. Over a
period of time, the effect of static will dissipate naturally on the decking surface.
See link for more information on product: http://www.aclstaticide.com/antistatic_
coatings.html
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 start approximately 8-in (203 mm) from each end and be spaced
approximately 2-ft (0.61m) on center. In addition, supports (dunnage) should line up
vertically/perpendicular to the decking product. Adjust support blocks (dunnage)
accordingly if bundles are loose. For Select decking, 1x12 and 1x8 products, the
maximum stack height is 12 bundles. For all other decking products maximum stack
height is 14 bundles (IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT PROPER DUNNAGE SPACING MUST
BE IN PLACE FOR THESE HEIGHTS). When stacking multiple bundles, ensure that
dunnage lines up vertically down through each stack. ALWAYS cover decking products
on site until ready to be installed.
NOTES:
» Refer to www.trex.com to view a general care and cleaning video for Transcend, Enhance, and
Select decking.
» Refer to www.trex.com for a care and cleaning guide for Trex Early-Generation Composite and
PVC Decking.
*Strait-Line® is a registered trademark of Irwin Industrial Tool Company.
** Use of products containing bleach or acid can lighten the lighten the surface of Trex. Use in an inconspicuous area to determine whether you
like the eect. Neither product will aect the structural integrity of Trex.
***Use of a pressure washer greater than 3100 psi could damage the boards and void the warranty.
****Mr. Clean® and Magic Eraser® are registered trademarks of The Procter and Gamble Company.
*****Plexus Plastic Cleaner is a registered trademark of BTI Chemical Company Inc.
******Scratch Seal™ Clear Sealer Pen is a registered trademark of Dupli-Color Products Company.