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Web Extra: Composite Wood Planks Composite Plank Information From "DIY to the Rescue" episode DTTR-612

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	Composite wood planks expand and contract with temperature.
	Leave a 1/4" gap where the product meets any wall to allow for expansion and contraction.

Materials:

8x2" stainless steel trim screws
8 screw pilot bit
polyurethane sealant
screw gun
caulk and caulk gun
chop saw
circular saw or table saw
router
chalk line
tape measure

Composite Wood Planks

• Do not use the planks on fully exposed decks that receive excessive sunlight and heat. Composite wood planking must be well ventilated to prevent heat build-up.

• Install planks no more than 16" on center. If installing on a diagonal, install no more than 12" on center. Install perpendicular to the house on a 1/4" slope to allow for water run off.

• It is recommended that the starter and finish plank are secured by pre-drilling and countersinking composite screws through the face of the plank, then filling with plastic wood filler.

• When pre-drilling holes, drill at a 45 degree angle using a 1/8" bit and a 3/16" countersink bit.

RESOURCES :

Paul Davis Restoration
Website: www.pdrestoration.com

TENDURA
Website: www.tendura.com

Sportplay Tiles by Rubber-Cal
Website: www.rubbercal.com

Hatteras Hammocks
Website: www.hatterashammocks.com

HITACHI Power Tools
Website: www.hitachi.com

Porter Cable Power Tools
Website: www.deltaportercable.com

Delta Power Tools
Website: www.deltaportercable.com

Klein Tools
Website: www.kleintools.com

Waterloo Industries
Website: www.waterlooindustries.com

Gladiator Garageworks by Whirlpool
Website: www.gladiatorgw.com

Benjamin Moore Paint
Website: www.benjaminmoore.com