Installation Instructions

CLADDING DIMENSIONS:
UltraDeck
®
Triumph
,
Fusion
®
, Inspire
: ⁄" x 12⁄" x 12'
UltraDeck
®
Rustic
: ⁄" x 10⁄" x 12'
Cladding will provide a professional finished look to your deck. UltraDeck
®
cladding can be used as
skirting to cover joist members, elevated support posts, outside edges of board profiles, stair
stringers, and other exposed lumber products.
When attaching cladding to the deck frame, use color-matched cladding screws. In order to be
sure there is enough room for proper expansion and contraction of the UltraDeck
®
planks, leave
a ⁄" gap between cladding and deck boards. Pre-Drill with a ⁄" bit, through the cladding only,
then starting 1⁄" from the top and bottom edge of the cladding every 12". Screws should be snug
but it is important not to over tighten the screws.
For long distances requiring multiple pieces of UltraDeck
®
cladding, use opposing miter cuts at the
seam to reduce visible joints, leaving a ⁄" gap between the cuts to allow for expansion, Figure 1.
UltraDeck
®
Cladding UltraDeck
®
Cladding
Outside Joist
Joist
Joist
Deck Board
Deck Board
45° Miter Cut on Cladding
Endcaps are a great way to protect your UltraDeck
®
with hollow profiles by helping
create a barrier against moisture, dirt, and insect infestation. They can provide a clean, professional
look to end cuts made at a 90° angle. Endcaps are not necessary for any butt joints in the deck. If
desired, a silicone adhesive caulk may be used to further secure endcaps to the planks.
ULTRADECK
®
CLADDING:
ULTRADECK
®
PLANK ENDCAPS:
*For Natural
boards only
Fig. 1
⁄" Gap
⁄" Gap
UltraDeck
®
CLADDING & END CAP INSTALLATION
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