Designed for Australian conditions, DecoDeck® combines the natural beauty of timber decking with the strength and durability of aluminium. The following installation guide outlines a range of installation techniques. If you require further assistance, please contact us.
WARNING:
Care and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be worn at all times when handling DecoDeck® products. Failure to do so risks potential serious injury, disablement or death. Simultaneously, ensure workspace is clean and free from dust, sawdust, metal fines and/or shavings. Processing of the decking boards in areas with excessive dust, sawdust, metal dines and/or shavings risks potential damage to the finished surface.
BAL 40/ BAL FZ Decking:
In order to comply with the requirements of the BAL 40/ BAL FZ rating, the gap between decking boards must be enclosed. DECO provides cover strips to enclose the deck. Without cover strips, DecoDeck® can be used in BAL 29 areas.
Note: Decking cover strips are required to be slid in from an open end. To do this, the deck must be installed with the boards running out from a wall with a free end.
Important Information
All DecoDeck® boards and accessories are supplied in 6.5m lengths. As part of the manufacturing process, the first 10mm of both ends of the extrusion are taped and not imaged, therefore each decking board will need to be trimmed by 15mm on each end to remove the tape and provide a clean finish. After the removal of each end, the useable length is 6.45m.
Decking Boards
Two profiles are available in DecoDeck, 94mm and 134mm. With a variety of install applications available, reach out to a DECO representative for more information and support.
Decking Board Wide
DK102 - Deck Fixing Connector
Deco Fixing Connector Connects and fixes between decking boards.ANG3220 - 32x20mm Angle
Angles are sued to cover the ripped boards, or the side/ edges of the decking boards as a finishing option. (Optional)DK103 - Wall Starting Connector
Wall Starting Connector allows the decking system to start to a wall/ building.DKCH - 32x25mm Channel
Channel is one of the options for finishing the edge of the decking boards. (Optional)DK114 - 1.25x30mm Fixing Screws - Metal
1.25 x 30mm Self tapping square drive metal screws.DK104 - 2.6x40.3mm Fixing Screws - Wood
2.6 x 40.3mm Square drive wood screws.DKIJC - 300mm Deck Joiner
Deck Joiner joins decking boards end to end for a seamless finish, while at the same time creating a strong structure for the decking (powder coated in black).DK106 - Cover Strip
Cover Strips are designed for two purposes: for covering the edge of the decking or for installation between decking boards, covering the gap and allowing the deck to be compliant with requirements for BAL- 40/ BAL- FZ (Flame Zone). Deco can colour match cover strips.DK107 - 2x75mm Square Drive Bit
2 x 75mm square drive bit with a narrow shaft. It is highly recommended this bit be used to avoid scuffing the boards which can be caused by other bits.PR01 - Pop Rivet
Colour matched pop rivets provide an aesthetic finish fora channel or angle.All testing has been done using the detail provided in this installation guide and in order to claim the performances set out here within, the detail in this guide must be followed.
AS1530.1
Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and structures – Combustibility test for materials.
AS 1530.3
Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and structures – Simultaneous determination of ignitability, flame propagation, heat release and smoke release.
AS 3837-G1
Method of test for heat and smoke release rates for materials and products using an oxygen consumption calorimeter.
NCC COMPLIANT – NON-COMBUSTIBLE
Volume 1 – Clause C.1.12 – Combustibility of Materials (No Amendment in NCC 2016). (CSIRO)
AS 3715
Performance testing for thermoset powder coatings applied to aluminium intended for exterior architectural applications.
AS 3959-FZ
Methods for testing bushfire safety – (BAL) requirements of building in a bushfire prone area .
AS 4586:P4
Methods of test for slip resistance – Suitability for swimming pool surrounds. DecoDeck achieves a P4/R11 Slip Rating.
Screw/ Rivet
Metal Support- Colour Matched Pop Rivets or Self Drilling TEK Screws
Wood Support- Counter Sunk Screws with Stem Caps
Sealant/ Adhesive
Deco recommends the use of high-quality sealant and adhesives.
Impact Driver
A high-quality Impact Driver with an appropriate driver bit is recommended for fixing all extrusions to the building structure.
Mitre Saw
A high-quality Mitre Saw equipped with an aluminium cutting blade is recommended for cutting the boards to length and trimming the boardends.
Table Saw
A high-quality Table Saw is recommended for ripping the final (top) board to the correct dimension for finishing of the installation.