Trex Hideaway ® Deck Plug for Trex Refuge™ Decking
Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT NOTES: » Not recommended for use in salt environments. » Not for use with sleeper systems.
» Trex Hideaway ® plug systems are compatible only with Trex Plugs. » Always follow deck board manufacturer’s installation guidelines.
General Installation Recommendations: • Always use two screws per joist or stair stringer. • At board ends on the deck's edge, install screws placed perpendicularly at the recommended distance, at minimum of 1" from the board end and edge, without splitting the board.
PARTS & TOOLS NEEDED
2 1/2"
Trex Refuge ™ Color Match Deck Plugs
HEXSTIX ® Depth Setter
Trex Hideaway ® Composite Screw
Installation Instructions:
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• F or best results pre-drill through deck board only, using 1/8” drill bit. When installing close to the end of the board pre-drilling is required.
• C lean out hole of any remaining debris and using a Trex color matched plug (sold separately), align the grain and press plug into the hole, and tap flush with a smooth faced hammer.
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• F or best results using an 18V or higher cordless drill and the included HEXSTIX ® depth setter, install fasteners at a 90° angle (perpendicular to the board). Drive the screws into the decking until the bit releases from the screw.
NOTE: Drive the screw in all at once, do not stop. You will hear the sound change when the screw is fully driven. Hexstix® is a registered trademark of Phillips Screw Company
11 NOTE: Construction methods are always improving. Please refer to www.trex.com for the most up-to-date installation requirements.
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