Installation Guide

Hidden Fasteners
FASTENERS RECOMMENDED FOR USE WITH
VERANDA OR FIBERON GV DECKING include
ArmorGuard Hidden Fasteners.
Wood Grain Patterns
Note that the wood grain patterns on Veranda and Fiberon
deck boards are directional. Different looks can be achieved
by laying the decking in the same or alternating directions.
There are several different wood grain patterns. See Figure
10 below for one of these patterns.
The graining pattern repeats approximately every 44" (1.12
m) feet along the board length. To ensure you orient the
boards to achieve the desired effect, a directional label is
noted on the side of each board showing grain direction.
During the planning phase of any deck project, arrange
decking before installation to achieve the desired pattern
and color effect (Figure 11). This is also important if different
lengths/bundles of material are used as different wood grain
patterns and color tones may need to be mixed to achieve
the desired look.
Ventilation
Do not install decking directly to a solid surface. Make sure
there is adequate and unobstructed air ow under the deck
to prevent excessive water absorption. Improve drainage
or grade at areas where standing water may gather. Allow
a minimum of 6" (15 cm) between the bottom of the deck
substructure/joists and the ground. The deck design must
allow unrestricted airow under at least 50% of its perimeter
to permit adequate ventilation.
Fascia Installation
Fascia is intended as a non-structural covering for rim
joists, risers and stringers. Screws should be installed at a
maximum 12" (30 cm) interval, with three screws across the
face at each interval (Figure 12). Do not over-tighten screws
as buckling and cracking may result. Install with 1/8" (3
mm) spacing between the edges and ends in temperatures
above 50˚ F (10˚ C). Leave 3/16" (5 mm) space between
edges and ends in temperatures below 50˚ F (10˚ C).
Fire and Unusual Heat Sources
Composite decking will retain heat when exposed to direct
or reective sunlight. Exercise caution if walking barefoot
as footwear may be required. Fire and unusual sources of
heat and heat buildup can potentially damage Veranda and
Fiberon decking surfaces. Examples would include re,
reected light from different types of glass (ex. low-e glass),
re features and under-deck waterproong installations that
do not provide the 6" (15 cm) of un-obstructed net free
ventilation.
• Low-E Glass/Reected Heat
Low-emissivity glass is designed to prevent heat gain
inside the house by reecting sunlight outward. This
reective property can result in excessive heat buildup
on the surface of Veranda and Fiberon decking and on
exterior surfaces.
When the sunlight is reected and concentrated it can
harm a range of building materials that include doors,
windows, siding, trim and decking. Damage caused to
these products can include melting, sagging, warping,
discoloration, increased expansion and contraction and
accelerated weathering.
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Same Direction
Wood Grain Orientation
During Installation
Alternating Direction
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Proper Fascia Installation
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Decking Installation