2025 Australian Decking Installation Guide

METAL FRAMING REQUIREMENTS AND GAPPING

Gap decking end-to-end 3 mm (>4.5°C) 5 mm (<4.5°C)

Two screws per joist

Gap decking width-to-width 5 mm

Double joist spacing per manufacturers requiremenrs requirements

19 mm

Adjust end span framing per manufacturers requirments requirements

Perimeter joists

NOTES: » Gapping rules are required when installing Trex decking. » When using an aluminum framing system or other type of metal for sleeper systems, follow manufacturer's instructions for proper installation. » Depending on loading requirements and/or if installing Trex decking on an angle, framing spacing may need to be adjusted. See page 8 for Trex requirements . » Depending on type of structure being used, different types of fasteners must be used for attachment. Refer to the chart located under Recommended Fasteners (page 9) compatible fasteners based on substrate material being used. » When using screws to attach decking to framing, use two screws per every joist.

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