Decking Kit Assembly Instructions
It is recommended that you read these instructions to assist in the assembly of the decking kits.
As timber is a natural material it will expand and shrink depending on the humidity levels
surrounding the area. During hot weather shrinkage may occur and result in warping or splitting of the wood, although this will largely reverse once cooler and wetter weather returns. Please note that this will not have any detrimental effect on the structural quality of the deck.
Tools required for this project, power screwdriver, level, tape measure. Please note that the
instructions are based on two people completing the work, and you may wish to pre drill the holes prior to placing onto the deck.
1. Choose the position of your deck, you may wish to use strings and pegs to mark out the area.
2. Ensure that the area for your deck is level
3. If you are using weed barrier place in the area where the deck will go
4. Construct the outer frame first using 4” x 2” joists to create the initial frame, secure each end by using 2 x 100mm screws.
5. Evenly place the remaining 4” x 2” joists and then secure to the outer frame by using 2 x 100mm screws in each end of the bearers.
6. You will then have a completed your frame to commence placing the deck board onto.
7. The next step is to secure the deck boards in position using 2 x 50mm screws into each support bearer, ensuring that they run flush with the outside edge of the bearers.
8. Position the deck boards equally along the support bearers, ensure that there is approximately a 5mm space between each deck board as this allows for movement. Secure the deck board by using 2 x 50mm deck screws onto each joist. After completing instruction number 8 you should have 4 deck boards left. These boards are for facing off the decking area.
9. Place the remaining deck board at each end with the profile facing out by using 50mm deck screws.
Aftercare – All timber provided is pressure treated but to ensure longevity continue to re-treat with a wood preservative each year.