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Installation Tips

The EvolutionDECK™ system has been designed for assembly using standard tools and procedures.   

SAFETY FIRST: Steel edges can be sharp, and cutting steel can emit sharp steel fragments, so please be careful.  Always know and follow your tool instructions and use good safety practices.  Always wear appropriate hearing protection, work gloves, face mask, and safety glasses.
 

Solid foundations. 
The EvolutionDECK™ system may be installed on frost footings, floating deck pads,  and ledgered to the house.  Check with your local building officials for proper footing sizes and connection details.  Where frost footings are used, we recommend using a footing form at the based of a column form.





 

 

Self-drilling self-tapping fasteners.  
The EvolutionDECK™ system is assembled in a nested arrangement using approved hex-head self-drilling and tapping galvanized steel fasteners, such as Drill-X or Tek brands.








                                          
Beams are supplied. 
The EvolutionDECK™ system is supplied with approved structural beams.







 
 


Angles and Curves are not a problem.
A deck using the evolutionDECK™ system may be designed with curves or angles, similar to wood structures.  Actually, the 39-inch cantilever with our system is an advantage when designing curves or angles.  The steel structure may be cut either before or after assembly using a standard skilsaw with a metal-cutting blade (such as Diablo brand).  The joists may be cut using a standard angle grinder with a metal cutoff disc.  Click for Video.




  
Adhesive and Screws. 
Stone or concrete pavers may be adhered to the deck system using a polyurethane adhesive, such as PL Premuim brand.

PVC deck boards and fascia may be installed using stainless steel self-tappling self-drilling screws.  Use a pilot hole where possible.

  

  

  

 

  

      

     
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