Tips & Advice

Plan your project

• Use a minimum of 2 people to make the project easier
• Plan all areas and think about what is trying to be achieved
• Measure twice to ensure the correct measurements are taken before cutting any material
• Ensure all working areas are clear and free from any obstacles to avoid damage or injury
• Clear all vegetation where necessary to avoid unnecessary growth
• Pre-drill holes where necessary to avoid splitting materials

Prepare for installation

• Allow a 1% – 1.5% decline on concrete bases and subframes, runing away from a property to avoid water build up
• Only leave a maximum 20mm deck board overhang
• Double joist where deck boards meet for support
• Use a clip on every joist for more strength
• Allow expansion gaps where advised to avoid unnecessary repairs
• Allow a minimum 25mm space under deck boards for ventilation
• Always lay joists the opposite way to the deck boards apart from when picture framing or when creating a unique design

Recommended tools

• Only use Assured fasteners and fixings with Assured products
• Refer to manufacturers user manual before using tools if unsure

Safety first

• Always wear safety equipment
• Always have safety in mind