MoistureShield ® Installation Manual
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13. 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 9 6 6 9 6 6 6 6 MoistureShield Contact Customer Service at 866 729 2378 for more COMPOSITE DECKING information or visit www moistureshield com ALP TA j i ac 1 gt Ha gt AT Is 1 PL 2 i 4 rp 1 y T E d P E ul l e a MoistureShield COMPOSITE DECKING Your Authorized Dealer www moistureshield com 866 729 2378 These railing system components are to be installed with strict accordance with the procedures described in these MoistureShield Installation instructions Testing these railing systems has shown that they meet the requirements of the major model building codes in the U S Colors shown are as close to actual as printing reproduction will allow MoistureShield professional grade decking and MoistureShield railing systems and accesso
14. fi NEED HELP CALL 866 729 2378 Install MoistureShield decking using 2 1 4 inch 7 stainless steel trim head screws two screws per board per joist recommended Screws should be a minimum of 1 2 inch from the board end A Allow 1 4 inch side to side spacing between deck boards Allow 1 8 inch or greater end to end spacing between ends of boards butt joints If installing in freezing weather leave 1 4 inch butt joints B Cut deck boaras to fit around post Leave 1 8 inch gap between board and post INSTALLATION TIPS Double joist at butt joint to ensure plenty of room for fasteners Pre drill using a 7 64 inch bit when too close to the edge to prevent splitting Drive screw at a slight angle into joist C Staggering the butt joints on long decks usually improves the overall appearance of the finished deck Some people also prefer a distinctive pattern for the deck boards To achieve an interesting design install a pattern board which eliminates butt joints D Once the boards are in place adjust the blade depth of your saw to match the thickness of your deck boards Use a blue chalk line to mark your cut and go To avoid staining the deck boards use blue carpenter s chalk the edges to finish Slip post collar over post onto deck if installing INSTALLATION TIPS Router or rasp end of deck board using 1 4 inch round for a finished look Allow 3 16 inch overhang for any rim
15. Determine the angle of the top magnum rail A Lay a top magnum rail centered on top of the two posts gt O and mark angle see railing orientation and cut B Mark and cut the bottom magnum rail the same way making sure to lay the 4 inch leg on the posts A Place bottom magnum rail on blocks that are cut to the toe sweep height desired no less than 2 inches nor greater than 4 inches 4 inch leg lying on blocks B Place baluster with 45 degree cut side against the post positioned at the 45 degree corner and sit on the bottom o magnum rail Attach it to the post using procedure 5 X C a regular baluster against the diagonal baluster sitting on bottom magnum rail and attach with three 2 1 4 inch 7 stainless steel trim head screws evenly spaced top to bottom Finish with steps 50 through 11 with the exception of the post baluster that has been installed already in this 45 degree section step 14 Stair Railing Attach posts to stair stringers stringers should be placed 12 inch OC or less Square posts to stringers and level Be sure posts measure no more than 72 inches from outside to outside at the angle of the stairway when using as a stair rail Guard rail sections are sold in 72 inch lengths and must be trimmed to fit between the posts Allow for decrease in length from angle cuts A Follow step 2 to install posts to stair stringers use corner post blocking met
16. number This is the number of additional balusters you need 3 1 2 inches between balusters is always good starting point B Multiply the value in A by 1 5 and subtract it from your total space C Divide the value B by the value of A1 This is the spacing between the balusters You may want to cut two spacer blocks from scrap material or a baluster the same width as answer C and use these two spacers at top and bottom to place each baluster Additionally for a finished look install trim boards over the rim Attach post caps to top of post joists Position flush with the top of the decking INSTALLATION A Attach using 2 1 4 inch 7 stainless steel trim head screws One screw through the end or side of the decking and three screws into the rim joist vertically Repeat this step every 10 12 inches horizontally through the length of the trim board Quality outdoor adhesive can be used for caps B We recommend putting the screw through the thickest part of the deck board center between the top and bottom of the board when attaching the trim board then the other three into the joist Trim can also be installed underneath boards when the boards overlap the joist NEED HELP CALL 866 729 2378 45 Degree Railing Attach posts to decking frame Square to straight side of rim joist and level Follow procedures 2 4 to install posts and decking
17. MoistureShield COMPOSITE DECKING INSTALLATION CARE amp MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 866 729 2378 MOISTURESHIELD COM limited lifetime warranty Welcome The Even Greater Outdoors Congratulations on choosing MoistureShield for your outdoor living experience Take comfort in knowing that you selected an exceptional decking material built solidly on these key standards performance innovation and beauty As a result of our continued technological advances like our total encapsulation process MoistureShield is the only decking product that can be installed on or in the ground or even underwater Enjoy the beauty and durability for years to come Installation Instructions Easy step by step instructions for decking railing and stairs As with any building project use proper eye and ear protection and follow local building codes MoistureShield composite decking is for decking and accessories only It is not to be used as structural material Warranty MoistureShield Composite Decking is manufactured by Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies Inc A E R T which warrants MoistureShield products against rot decay and insect damage with a limited warranty from 20 years to a lifetime depending on the product For complete warranty details please visit our website or call Customer Service General Cleaning amp Maintenance Instructions In an outdoor environment periodic cleaning will hel
18. ential minimum handrail height is generally 36 inches Multi family minimum handrail height is sometimes 42 inches Baluster maximum spacing is generally 4 inches clear distance between balusters Maximum gap between bottom rail and deck surface is generally 4 inches oome codes require a 2 inch maximum gap for multi family applications For additional cleaning tips contact Customer Service at 866 729 2378 or visit www moistureshield com Spacing note The precise language is generally not allow passage of a sphere 4 inch in diameter Be sure to check on the tolerance requirements of your local building code Post amp Decking Installation Layout and install joists at either 16 inch on center OC when decking will be installed perpendicular to the joists or 12 inch OC when deck boards will be installed diagonally or at an angle to the joists Joists must be level 16 IR gt 1 NS Attach posts to decking frame DO NOT NOTCH POSTS The maximum distance from center of post to center of post is 2 inches Square and level posts A Block posts and attach to rim joists Corner Interior Corner Exterior with two bolts 1 2 inch carriage bolts Post Post View 8 inch minimum length with 1 1 4 inch Blocking Blocking flat washer and nut on back Bolt positions The top bolt to be no more than 3 inches below the finished deck surface and the bolt spacing to be no less than 4 inches on center
19. hod Install deck boards Boards may be flush with riser or extend past the riser by 1 inch Use two 2 1 4 inch 7 stainless steel trim head screws per board per stringer A Optional Cut and install kick boards deck boards along each stair rise B Install post collars if desired C Cut and install trim board on stringers if desired Use procedures in step 12 NEED HELP CALL 866 729 2378 Lay a top and bottom magnum rail along the edges of the steps and up next to the post A Position both rails for marking with the 2 5 8 inch leg lying on the steps B Mark the rails on the inside faces of the two upright posts C Cut each rail along this mark line Position bottom magnum rail 1 2 inch above edges of steps check local code support on blocks cut from scrap material Cut ends of two balusters at the same angle as the top and bottom magnum rails and use them as the post balusters To complete stair railing follow steps 5B through 11
20. ion Tools Fasteners All you ll need is a hammer and screw gun circular Each post requires two 1 2 inch carriage bolts 8 inches saw carbide tipped blade with fewer than 20 teeth is minimum length with 1 1 4 inch flat washer back with nut recommended level tape measure rasp and blue chalk line For deck board fasteners we recommend 7 2 1 4 inch Manufacturer recommends blue chalk since other colored stainless steel trim head screws for the decking and railing If chalk may stain the deck you do not want the screw heads to show on the deck boards use the following technique Using a 7 2 1 4 inch stainless steel trim head Screw countersink the screw into the decking material approximately 1 4 of an inch Carbide tipped blade with fewer than 20 teeth Using your thumb lightly push the displaced decking material over the hole left by the trim head screw Tap with a hammer this will cover the trim head screw with decking material INSTALLATION TIPS Using a 2 inch driver bit allows you to better gauge screw depth hole with edge of hammer for best results Hidden Fasteners Our products are compatible with most hidden fastener systems Please consult the installation instructions provided by the hidden fastener manufacturer or contact our Customer Service department at 866 729 2378 For your convenience some common building code requirements are reprinted here Resid
21. joist imperfections straight f you choose not to use the trim board maximum recommended overhang is 1 1 2 inches 1 8 Gap 1 4 Gap Railing Installation Railing Orientation Magnum Railing To use the magnum railing the top magnum rail must be installed with the long leg 4 inch in the horizontal orientation The balusters sit on the ledge of the bottom leg of the bottom magnum rail and are covered by the top magnum rail leg The top and bottom magnum rails allow the balusters to face either toward or away from the deck depending on which way the consumer prefers the rail system to be installed For ease of installation your railing kit comes with the following pieces 2 6 foot magnum railings one top and one bottom rail 14 balusters 1 post n Cut two temporary blocks from scrap material to the height you want the toe sweep no less than 2 inches nor greater than 4 inches Place on inside of posts sitting on decking ue A Set bottom magnum rail on blocks with the 4 inch leg resting on the blocks and center on post B Place baluster against post and sit it on the bottom magnum rail 1 1 4 inch side against the post Temporary Blocks o to 4 MS INSTALLATION TIP Use clamps to secure for easier installation C Using 2 1 4 inch 7 stainless steel trim head screws secure baluster to post two screws at each end and four additional screws evenly s
22. p keep your deck looking new As with any flooring surface periodic cleaning is recommended The following are suggested cleaners for occasional maintenance Olympic Premium Deck Cleaner Behr 63 Deck Wash Jomax Deck Cleaner Concrobium XT Eco Wash non bleach For specific cleaning issues please visit our website www moistureshield com or call Customer Service at 866 729 2378 Decking Systems 1 x5 Essential 1 x 6 Vantage 1 x 6 PRO ACTUAL DIMENSIONS ACTUAL DIMENSIONS ACTUAL DIMENSIONS 10 s 5 0 1 0 3 55 lo xon LENGTH 12 16 and 20 feet LENGTH 12 16 and 20 feet LENGTH 12 16 and 20 feet 2 x 4 Board 2 x 6 Board Trim Board ACTUAL DIMENSIONS ACTUAL DIMENSIONS ACTUAL DIMENSIONS 1 5 x 3 5 Lo x05 x 11 25 LENGTH 12 and 16 feet LENGTH 12 and 16 feet LENGTH 12 feet Railing Systems Our railing systems and accessories are designed to naturally complement your MoistureShield deck or porch 4 x 4 Post Post Collar Post Cap ACTUAL DIMENSIONS ACTUAL DIMENSIONS ACTUAL DIMENSIONS 4 265 x 4 265 5 5 x 5 5 5 5 x 5 5 LENGTH 51 inches FITS 4 x 4 Post FITS 4 x 4 Post Baluster Magnum Railing ACTUAL DIMENSIONS 1 5 aes 2 92 x 3 95 LENGTH 38 inches LENGTH 6 feet ang get FITS 4 x 4 Post To view our railing systems on completed decks please visit the photo gallery at www moistureshield com NEED HELP CALL 866 729 2378 Installat
23. paced between the end connections D Place second baluster against opposite post and repeat step C NEED HELP CALL 866 729 2378 oecure bottom magnum rail to each post baluster using two 2 1 4 inch 7 stainless steel trim head screws repeat on other end of bottom magnum rail Place top magnum rail on balusters see railing orientation for details and repeat fastening as in step 6 In addition angle toe nail two 2 1 4 inch 7 stainless steel trim head screws from top magnum rail directly into each post Countersink the screws no more than inch To avoid potential splitting drill a lead hold with a 7 64 drill bit at a 45 degree angle one inch away from the end of the magnum rail Place a support block every two feet between bottom rail and decking for support Secure support block with one 2 1 4 inch 7 stainless steel trim head screw through the bottom _ rail into the support block Use the formula below to determine the amount of balusters Attach baluster to top and bottom magnum rails using one you need and the spacing between them Measure the 2 1 4 inch 7 stainless steel trim head screws 4 inch distance in inches between the inside of one post baluster to maximum distance between balusters visible opening the inside of the other post baluster This is your total space check local building code A Divide the total space by 5 and round it off to a whole INSTALLATION TIP
24. ries are manufactured by Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies and covered under ESR 2388 LA It s always better when you work with nature Remember to recycle 2014 Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies Inc All trademarks are property of Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies Inc unless otherwise noted All rights reserved June 2014
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