Install Decking Boards
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What happens here
Install the composite decking boards onto the previously constructed deck frame. This involves laying the boards systematically across the joists, ensuring proper spacing and alignment. Boards can be installed using hidden fasteners that clip into grooves along the sides of the boards, or face-screwed. For curved sections of the deck, careful planning and cutting of boards are required to match the curvature. The process shown involves pre-drilling and fastening each board securely to the joists.
Goal: Cover the deck frame with durable composite decking
Tools and materials
- Circular Saw — Cutting decking boards to length and for curved sections
- Composite Decking Boards — The surface of the deck
- Cordless Drill DeWalt — Driving fasteners
- Hidden Fasteners — Securing composite boards from the side for a clean look
- Jig Saw — Making precise cuts for curved edges
- Measuring Tape — Measuring board lengths and spacing
- Spacing Tools — Ensuring consistent gaps between boards