Seven
standard color shades are available for each style
of our deck boards. Custom tailoring in color and
lengths are available to meet your
needs and requirements.
The framing and foundation of decking are the keys
to a successful and long-lasting installation. It
is always recommended that you consult
your local building codes and installation expert
for span recommendations when planning for decks with
hot tubs, planters, grills, etc.
When fastening deck
boards to the joists using the traditional method,
a minimum of two nails should be used to fasten the
boards to the joists and a minimum of three nails
at the end of each board. Screws/nails need to be
sunk flush with boards. Do not over drive or leave
the nail/screw heads above the top surface of the
boards. Screws/nails should be driven within one inch
(1) from the end and edge of the boards.
For optimum results,
fasten from center of plank out. End joints must all
on a joist. The framing segments should be doubled
to help provide a competent fastening surface.
WPC is derived from
cellulose fibers and many different polymers and additives,
which vary based on the product being manufactured
to achieve UV stablization. Combination of the plastic
and wood components is done with strong consideration
to both the proper mixing ratio of each component,
and which of the various additives are used to create
a high quality, low cost material.
Individually both
plastic and cellulose fiber have many problems. For
example, plastic expands and contracts more with temperature
changes than cellulose does. However, cellulose fiber
is more likely to absorb water, grow mold, mildew
and stain as a result of spills or unfavorable weather
conditions. By adding cellulose fiber to plastic,
WPC is created. This reduces cost, increases strength
and provides higher dimensional stability with minimal
expansion and contraction than either plastic or wood
alone.
The proper size of
the fibers is also a critical element for the smooth
compounding and extrusion processes and is key in
setting the final physical and mechanical properties
of the product manufactured. Our mastery of this important
consideration in manufacturing of WPC allows Eago
to offer you better flexural strengths, higher load
capacities, more flexible designs, greater chemical
resistance, greater water resistance, and higher resistance
to wood eating insects at a range of competitive prices.
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