SECTION 06150
COMPOSITE WOOD DECKING AND RAILING
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.1
1.2
1.3
SECTION INCLUDES
A.
Wood-polymer composite deck planks.
B.
Wood polymer composite deck railing.
C.
Accessories: Fasteners.
RELATED SECTIONS
A.
Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry: Joists and structural framing.
B.
Section _____ - _____________: _____________________.
REFERENCES
A.
ASTM D 143 - Standard Method of Testing Small Clear Specimens of Timber; 1994.
B.
ASTM D 198 - Standard Test Methods of Static Tests of Lumber in Structural Sizes;
1998.
C.
ASTM D 570 - Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Plastics; 1998.
D.
ASTM D 696 - Standard Test Method for Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion of
Plastics Between -30 degrees C and 30 degrees C With a Vitreous Silica
Dilatometer; 1998.
E.
ASTM D 1413 - Standard Test Method for Wood Preservatives by Laboratory
Soil-Block Cultures; 1976 (Reapproved 1994).
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(VIT); 1996.
1.4
1.5
1.6
K.
ASTM G 26 - Standard Practice for Operating Light-Exposure Apparatus (Xenon-Arc
Type) With and Without Water for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials; 1996.
L.
AWPA E1 - Standard Method for Laboratory Evaluation to Determine Resistance to
Subterranean Termites; 1997.
DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
A.
Design decking and railing assemblies to withstand loads as calculated in
accordance with the applicable building codes.
B.
Design floor live and dead load: ______ psf (_______ kPa) with deflection limited to
1/360 of span.
C.
Railing assembly, wall rails, and attachments to resist lateral force of 75 lbs (333 N)
at any point without damage or permanent set.
SUBMITTALS
A.
Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B.
[ Product Data ]: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1.
Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
2.
Installation methods, including nailing patterns.
3.
Applicable model code authority evaluation report (ICBO, SBCCI, BOCA,
etc.).
C.
Manufacturer's maintenance recommendations.
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.
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Store products off the ground, on a flat, dry surface supported on blocking spaced
not more than 24 inches (610 mm) apart. Do not stack products more than four skid
high.
WARRANTY
A.
Register manufacturer's warranty, made out in Owner's name, with copy to Owner.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1
2.2
MANUFACTURERS
A.
Acceptable Manufacturer: CertainTeed Corp., Boardwalk® Composite Decking &
Railing, which is located at: 750 E. Swedesford Rd. P. O. Box 860 ; Valley Forge,
PA 19482; Toll Free Tel: 800-233-8990; Email: request info
(building.solutions@saint-gobain.com); Web:
www.certainteed.com/products/fence-railing-deck
B.
Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.
Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of
Section 01600.
APPLICATIONS
A.
Wood-Polymer Composite Decking: Wood-composite lumber planks shall be of
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sizes indicated on the Drawings. Use the longest lengths available and avoid
splicing wherever possible. Deck products and nominal sizes are as follows:
1.
HFS Brushed Plank:
a.
Nominal Size: 5/4 inches by 6 inches (32 by 152 mm).
2.
Woodgrain/Smooth Reversible Plank:
a.
Nominal Size:
5/4 inches by 6 inches (32 by 152 mm).
3.
Standard Smooth/Smooth Reversible Plank:
a.
Nominal Size: 5/4 inches by 6 inches (32 by 152 mm).
4.
Smooth/Matte Dock Plank:
a.
Nominal Size: 2 by 6 inches (50 by 150 mm).
b.
Nominal Size: 2 by 4 inches (50 by 100 mm).
5.
Smooth/Matte Deck/Porch Plank:
a.
Nominal Size: 2 by 4 inches (50 by 100 mm).
B.
2.3
Wood-Polymer Composite Railing: Wood-composite lumber railing components shall
be of sizes indicated on the Drawings. Nominal sizes are as follows:
1.
Baluster: Boardwalk 2 by 2 inches (50 by 50 mm).
2.
Rail/Top Plate: Boardwalk 5/4 inches by 6 inches (32 by 152 mm).
3.
Rail/Top Plate: Boardwalk 2 inches by 4 inches (50 by 100 mm).
4.
Rail/Top Plate: Boardwalk 2 inches by 6 inches (50 by 150 mm).
5.
Bottom Rail: Boardwalk 2 inches by 4 inches (50 by 100 mm).
6.
Bottom Rail: Boardwalk 2 inches by 6 inches (50 by 150 mm).
7.
Post: Boardwalk 4 by 4 inches (100 by 100 mm).
8.
Post Cap: Boardwalk Post Cap.
9.
Deluxe Post Cap: Boardwalk Post Base Ring and Boardwalk Post Cap.
10.
Fascia: Boardwalk Fascia.
a.
Nominal Size: 1/2 by 10 inches (12.5 by 254 mm).
b.
Nominal Size: 1/2 by 12 inches (12.5 by 305 mm).
MATERIALS
A.
Wood-Polymer Composite Decking: CertainTeed Boardwalk; wood-polymer
composite with naturally weathering surface, requiring no waterproofing, sealing, or
painting for longevity; complying with EPA limits on leachates and with the following
characteristics:
1.
Color:
a.
Gray.
b.
Tan.
2.
Shear Strength: 280 psi (1930 kPa), minimum, when tested in accordance
with ASTM D 143.
3.
Compressive Strength: 850 psi (5860 kPa), minimum, parallel to grain; 965
psi (6650 kPa), minimum, perpendicular to grain; when tested in accordance
with ASTM D 198.
4.
Modulus of Elasticity: 180,000 psi (1240 MPa), minimum, when tested in
accordance with ASTM D 198.
5.
Flexural Strength: 425 psi (2930 kPa), minimum, when tested in accordance
with ASTM D 198.
6.
Tensile Strength: 260 psi (1790 kPa), minimum, when tested in accordance
with ASTM D 198.
7.
Nail Pullout Resistance: 318 psi (2.2 MPa), minimum, when tested in
accordance with ASTM D 1761 using 2 inch 6d galvanized spiral nails.
8.
Screw Pullout Resistance: 834 psi (5.7 MPa), minimum, when tested in
accordance with ASTM D 1761 using 2 inch galvanized self-tapping deck
screws with 10 threads per inch.
9.
Flame Spread Index: 25, maximum, when tested in accordance with ASTM
E 84.
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11.
12.
13.
14.
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16.
17.
B.
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Flammability: Self ignition temperature of at least 650 degrees F (340
degrees C); flash ignition temperature of at least 680 degrees F (360 degrees
C); when tested in accordance with ASTM D 1929.
Static Coefficient of Friction: 0.52 to 0.54 when dry, and 0.87 to 0.88 when
wet; when tested in accordance with ASTM D 2047.
Slip Resistance: 0.70 when dry and 0.64 when wet; when tested in
accordance with ASTM F 1679.
Decay Resistance: No decay, when tested in accordance with ASTM D
1413.
Termite Resistance: Rating A, when tested in accordance with AWPA E1.
Water Absorption: 1.3 percent, maximum, when unabraded; 4.6 percent,
maximum, when abraded; when tested in accordance with ASTM D 570.
Abrasion Resistance: Maximum of 2.98 grams weight loss when tested in
accordance with ASTM D 4060 for 5000 cycles.
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 0.000024 inch/inch/degree F
(0.000045/degree C), maximum, when tested in accordance with ASTM D
696.
Wood-Polymer Composite Railing: CertainTeed Boardwalk; wood-polymer
composite with naturally weathering surface, requiring no waterproofing, sealing, or
painting for longevity; complying with EPA limits on leachates. Railing materials are
manufactured with the same characteristics listed above for Planks.
1.
Color:
a.
Gray.
b.
Tan.
ACCESSORIES
A.
Nails and Screws: FastenMaster TrapEase composite deck screws with
corrosive-resistant coating or CDS (composite deck screw) from Sure Drive USA..
Provide in lengths required to penetrate at least 1-1/2 inch (38 mm) into solid
backing, and in gauge required to eliminate snapping, except where otherwise
required by manufacturer. Hot-dipped galvanized or stainless steel fasteners will
also be acceptable.
B.
Hidden/Concealed Deck Fastening Systems:
1.
Hidden Fastener System (HFS): Each HFS Kit consisting of an injection
molded HFS Clip and stainless steel HFS Screw.
2.
Shadoe Track, under-deck fastening system, or Grabber Deckmaster.
C.
Bolts, Nuts and Washers shall be hot-dipped galvanized or stainless steel of the
sizes recommended by the Deck and Railing manufacturer.
D.
Simpson DPT7 Strong Tie Connectors.
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1
EXAMINATION
A.
Verify support framing is ready to receive decking and railing.
B.
Verify that joists are installed at spacing not exceeding that specified by
manufacturer, for uniform live load required.
C.
Do not begin installation until support framing has been properly prepared.
D.
If support framing is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of
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unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
3.2
3.3
3.4
PREPARATION
A.
Examine, clean, and repair as necessary any substrate conditions that would be
detrimental to proper installation.
B.
Do not begin installation until unacceptable conditions have been corrected.
INSTALLATION
A.
Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, drawing details, and as
follows:
1.
Read warranty and comply with all terms necessary to maintain warranty
coverage.
2.
Use construction details and fastener spacings indicated on drawings.
3.
Pre-drill nail and deck screw holes if necessary.
4.
Pre-drill all thru bold and carriage bolt holes.
5.
Use flat washers with all thru bolts and carriage bolts.
B.
Allow space as specified by manufacturer between planks and ends of planks that
butt against structure for thermal movement.
CLEANING
A.
At completion of work, remove debris caused by installation from project site.
B.
If cleaning is required clean with conventional deck wash products.
END OF SECTION
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