Scribd
Upload
162 views4 pages

Decking Specification Sheet

This document provides specifications for composite decking materials. It includes three sections that cover general requirements, products, and execution. The general section lists related sections, references standards, and defines design requirements. The products section identifies acceptable manufacturers and describes the composite decking materials and accessories. Execution requirements cover examination, fastening, cutting, cleaning, and maintenance.

Uploaded by

darebusi1
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOC, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
162 views4 pages

Decking Specification Sheet

This document provides specifications for composite decking materials. It includes three sections that cover general requirements, products, and execution. The general section lists related sections, references standards, and defines design requirements. The products section identifies acceptable manufacturers and describes the composite decking materials and accessories. Execution requirements cover examination, fastening, cutting, cleaning, and maintenance.

Uploaded by

darebusi1
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as DOC, PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 4

COMPOSITE DECKING

Display hidden notes to specifier. (Don't know how? Click Here)


PART 1 GENERAL
1.1

SECTION INCLUDES
A.

1.2

RELATED SECTIONS
A.

1.3

Composite decking.

Section 06-1100 - Wood Framing.

REFERENCES
A.

ASTM D-1413-99: Test Method for Wood Preservatives by Laboratory Soil-block


Cultures, ASTM International.

B.

ASTM D-2565-99: Practice for Operating Xenon Arc-type Light-exposure Apparatus


With or Without Water for Exposure of Plastics, ASTM International.

C.

ASTM D-2915-98: Practice for Evaluating Allowable Properties for Grades of


Structural Lumber, ASTM International.

D.

ASTM D-2990-95: Test Method for Tensile, Compressive, and Flexural Creep and
Creep-rupture of Plastics, ASTM International.

E.

ASTM D-3345-74 (1999): Test Method for Laboratory Evaluation of Wood and Other
Cellulose Materials for Resistance to Termites, ASTM International.

F.

ASTM D-5456-99a: Specification for Evaluation of Structural Composite Lumber


Products, ASTM International.

G.

ASTM D-6109-97: Standard Test Method for Flexural Properties of Un-reinforced


and Reinforced Plastic Lumber, ASTM International.

H.

ASTM D-7031-04: Standard Guide for Evaluating Mechanical and Physical


Properties of Wood-Plastic Composite Products, ASTM International.

I.

ASTM D-7032-04: Standard Specification for Establishing Performance Ratings for


Wood-Plastic Composite Deck Boards and Guardrail systems (Guards or Handrails),
ASTM International.

J.

ASTM E-4-99: Practices for Force Verification of Testing Machines, ASTM


International.

K.

ASTM E-84-01: Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials, ASTM International.

1.4

1.5

1.6

L.

ASTM E-330-97: Standard Test Method for Structural Performance of Exterior


Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference, ASTM
International.

M.

ASTM F-1679: Standard Test Method for Using a Variable Incidence Tribometer
(VIT).

DESIGN / PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS


A.

Structural Performance:
1.
Deck: Uniform Load: 100 lbf/sq. ft.
2.
Treads of Stairs: Concentrated Load: 750 lbf/sq. ft., and 1/8 max. defection
with a concentrated load of 300 lbf on area of 4 sq. in

B.

Fire-Test-Response Characteristics per ASTM E-84:

SUBMITTALS
A.

Product Data: Indicate sizes, profiles, surface style, and performance


characteristics.

B.

Samples: For each product specified, one sample, minimum size 4 inches long,
representing actual product, color, and finish.

DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING


A.

1.7

Storage and Handling:


1.
Never dump TimberTech materials when unloading.
2.
Store on a flat surface and cover with non-translucent material.
3.
When carrying TimberTech planks, carry on edge for better support.
4.
Refer to installation instructions for additional guidelines on each product.

WARRANTY
A.

Warranty: Limited Residential Warranty against rot, decay, splitting, checking,


splintering, or termite damage for a period of 25 years beginning from date of
purchase under normal conditions of use and exposure.

PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1

2.2

MANUFACTURERS
A.

Contract Documents are based on products by: TimberTech Limited, 894 Prairie
Avenue, Wilmington, Ohio 45177.

B.

Substitutions: Not permitted under Division 01.

APPLICATIONS/SCOPE
A.

Wood/Plastic Composite Lumber:


1.
Material Description: Composite plank consisting of high density polyethylene
(HDPE) and wood flour, extruded into sizes and shapes indicated with the
following physical properties:
a.
ValuPlank, Earthwood, and TwinFinish Decking Boards: 1 inch x 5-7/16
-inches wide.
1)
Lengths-12, 16, and 20 feet.

b.

Color:
1)
ValuPlank- Cedar and Grey.
a)
Surface texture-Brushed
b)
Edges are Smooth for face fastening
2)
a)
b)
3)
a)
b)

c.
d.

e.
f.
g.
h.
i.

j.
k.
l.
m.
n.
2.3

Earthwood- Tropical Rosewood, Tropical Teak, and Tropical


Walnut.
Surface texture- One side serrated, one side embossed
Edges are Smooth for face fastening, or Grooved for
CONCEALoc.
TwinFinish- Grey, Cedar, and Rosewood.
Surface texture- One side brushed, one side embossed
Edges are Smooth for face fastening, or Grooved for
CONCEALoc.

Specific Gravity: 1.2 g/cu. cm. when tested in accordance with ASTM
D-792.
Flexural Properties when tested in accordance with ASTM D-6109:
Solid Profiles
1)
Modulus of Elasticity (MOE): 542,200 psi.- Ultimate
2)
Modulus of Rupture (MOR): 3157 psi. - Ultimate
Floorizon Plank
1)
Flexural Stiffness 426,508 lb.in2
2)
Moment Capacity 3157 in.lb
Hardness when tested in accordance with ASTM D-143: 225 lb
(101.25 kg).
Water Absorption when tested in accordance with ASTM D-1037, %vol.
<1.35%, %mass <1.29%.
Flame Spread Index when tested in accordance with ASTM E-84: 75
Direct Screw Withdrawal Force when tested in accordance with ASTM
D-1761: 787 lbs/in.
Slip resistance when tested in accordance with ASTM F-1679:
1)
Vertigrain Dry: 0.63
Wet: 0.55
2)
Brushed
Dry: 0.77
Wet: 0.56
3)
Woodgrain Dry: 0.54
Wet: 0.43
Smoke Development when tested in accordance with ASTM E-84, 200.
Flash Ignition Temperature when tested in accordance with ASTM D1929, 651 degrees F.
Spontaneous Ignition Temperature when tested in accordance with
ASTM D-1929, 788 degrees F.
Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion when tested in accordance
with ASTM D-696: length 2.0x10-5in/in/F, width 3.4x10-5 in/in/F.
Fungus Resistance (Brown/White Rot Fungus) when tested in
accordance with ASTM D-1413: No decay.

ACCESSORIES
A.

Fasteners:
a.
b.

PART 3 EXECUTION

Concealed Fasteners: CONCEALoc hidden fasteners


Screws: No. 8, 2-1/2 inch stainless steel or high quality coated
composite deck screws.

3.1

EXAMINATION
A.

Install according to manufactures instructions.

B.

Cut, drill, and rout using carbide tipped blades.

C.

Pre-drill holes located closer than 1 1/2 inches from ends of plank.

D.

Cut ends square.

E.

3.2

Do not use composite wood material for structural applications.

CLEANING
A.

Clean surfaces regularly with a composite wood/plastic cleaner such as Corte Clean
(www.corteclean.com) .

B.

Power wash with a fan tipped nozzle in the direction of the grain of the planks with a
maximum of 1500 psi.
END OF SECTION

You might also like