Installation Instructions

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WILL I NEED EXTRA TOOLS
IN ORDER TO WORK WITH
ULTRADECK
®
?
UltraDeck
®
doesn’t require specialized tools for
installation. It can be cut and worked with much the
same as wood. Use Masterforce
®
Composite Decking
Blade (SKU 252-6662 7⁄” or SKU 252-6663 10”) for any
cutting. Easy-to-use Product Installation Guides are
provided with tips and instructions for construction.
CAN ULTRADECK
®
BE PLACED
OVER A SOLID SURFACE?
UltraDeck
®
decking boards can only be installed
over a solid surface when using a sleeper system to
buffer between the solid surface and the decking.
Water must be able to flow through and away from
the deck while maintaining an adequate airflow to
the underside of the boards. If updating the look
of an existing deck is the goal, Quick Cap
™
by
UltraDeck
®
is a great and affordable product
designed to be installed directly on top of
an existing deck in good condition.
FAQS
CAN I PUT A HOT
TUB ON ULTRADECK
®
?
The substructure of a deck determines if it can
support a hot tub. Since UltraDeck
®
is not a
load-bearing product, the joists of the structure should
be used as a support. Any load bearing pillars or legs
should be placed directly above a deck joist or sister
joist in this application. Please check local building
codes for specific requirements.
CAN I PAINT OR
STAIN MY ULTRADECK
®
?
Painting or staining is not recommended, for
they do not adhere well to the surface of most
UltraDeck
®
products. However, the woodgrain side
of the UltraDeck
®
Natural
™
boards may be stained
with a good quality, composite deck stain after one
year of adequate weathering. If a composite deck
stain is used, always follow the stain manufacturer's
recommendations. Keep in mind that staining
decking is not a one time application; this will
add more maintenance to your low-maintenance
composite decking materials.
Planning to build your own deck, or just after more information
about UltraDeck
®
and living the Deck Life? Read on.