On a recent deck project i installed 1 inch by 8 inch trex transcend fascia boards according to the manufacturer s installation guidelines which called for fastening the fascia to 2x8 framing with a pair of starborn deckfast fascia screws a maximum of 18 inches apart actually we secured the fascia to the framing with screws 12 inches on center.
Trex decking fascia board installation.
Do not combine trex select decking with other trex decking products.
Whether you re an experienced decking ins.
Trex select boards are thinner than.
Just like that you re installed with decking handrails and balustrade next on the list.
Cover the decking edges.
Many brands of decking actually offer fascia that will match the deck boards.
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Install trex fascia boards to the edges of your patio to give it a more polished look.
This finishing touch is now available to match every trex decking option so whatever you choose we ve got you covered.
When installing any trex decking product especially trex transcend tropicals it is a good idea to mix and match all of the boards on the job site prior to installation to ensure an appealing mix of light and dark tones.
The beauty of the trex composite decking system is how quick and easy to install providing a long lasting finish.
Trex recommends the use of starborn deckfast fascia system splitstop fascia screws or simpson strong tie fascia board screws for all composite trex fascia profiles.
Low maintenance cellular pvc is available in board and sheets and comes in smooth or textured finishes.
For best deck fascia board results use the toploc fascia fastening product developed for the specific decking line you chose capped polymer or capped composite.
Timbertech composite decking products are highly durable and require the use of high quality deck fasteners.
For near water applications you can also use fascia.
1x8 or 1x12 fascia product and cannot be used with decking product that is being used as fascia trim or stair risers.
Achieve a finished look with fascia.
However if you are looking for a nice contrast in your deck design you may want to opt for a fascia of cellular pvc.
When it comes to finishing the sides of your deck nothing beats the beauty durability and low maintenance of high performance trex fascia and stair risers now available to match every one of our trex decking lines and for the first time ever a go with anything high performance white.