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Document DEVICE REPORTtrex-home-depot-diy-booklet-0416pdfHow to build an amazing deck YOUR DECKING CHECKLIST 1 PLAN YOUR DECK Before installing any Trex® product, you should review local building codes and regulations, and consult with local building officials to ensure compliance and safety. 2 SELECT YOUR DECKING Consider the maintenance and durability differences between wood, traditional composite and high-performance composite decking, so you can choose what's right for you. 2 3 DESIGN YOUR COLOR SCHEME When a new deck means added property value, you want it to look its best and suit the style of your home. For a smooth finish, consider hidden fasteners between the boards instead of traditional deck screws. 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING Complement your decking with railing that fits your home's aesthetic. Explore our recommended railing duos to see top picks for your decking color. 5 ADD THE FINISHING TOUCHES Plan ahead for any built-in features like outdoor seating or lighting. For a full list of finishing touches to consider, see page 40. 3 decking: Transcend in Spiced Rum railing: Transcend in Classic White with Tree House cocktail rail 6 railing: Transcend in Charcoal Black & Classic White 8 347 decking: Transcend in Tree House & Vintage Lantern railing: Transcend in Tree House with Vintage Lantern balusters 1 Wood decking 45 4 decking: Transcend in Tree House & Vintage Lantern railing: Transcend in Classic White 2 with aluminum balusters in Charcoal Black decking: Transcend in Tiki Torch railing: Transcend in Classic White & Vintage Lantern with aluminum balusters in Bronze SECTION 1 PLAN YOUR DECK A step-by-step guide to a backyard refresh Every deck takes a little planning. For starters, consider how you want to use your deck. Once you have an idea in mind, you'll be able to determine a good size, select materials and design the railing. We'll walk you through it. 1 Do you mind regular painting and staining? 2 Will you need railing or stairs? 3 Do you want built-in seating? 4 Will there be more than one level? ? 5 Will there be multiple exits and entrances? 6 Do you want room for a grill or dining space? 7 How much seating space will you need? 8 How will you light your deck? 5 SECTION 1 PLAN YOUR DECK SIZE When designing a deck, it's important to make sure your outdoor space has exactly that--space. Whether that's room for a grill or a row of chaise lounge chairs, you'll want to plan the size of your deck around how you'll use it. Check out these popular deck sizes to see what's the right fit for you. 12 x 16 One of the most common sizes, a 12 x 16 foot deck can hold a small table, 2-3 chairs and a few decorative planters. 12 x 20 With a more rectangular shape, a 12 x 20 foot deck nicely fits a small table, 4 chairs, a grill and plants. 12 x 24 A 12 x 24 foot deck is ideal for outdoor dining, giving you room for a large table, chairs, a grill with outdoor cabinetry, built-in seating and planters. 6 16 x 20 A large, almost-square 16 x 20 foot deck will let you create distinct spaces for dining and relaxing. This size deck holds a large table with chairs, a grill, plants and a secondary seating area. CUSTOM BUILT For unparalleled drama, nothing beats a custom-built deck with multiple levels, built-in seating, separate dining and lounging areas and seamlessly integrated lighting. 7 decking: Transcend in Spiced Rum 8 SECTION 2 SELECT YOUR DECKING Before relaxing outdoors, you'll have to decide what's going under your feet. Choosing a decking material has both short-term effects--namely, cost and installation--as well as long-term considerations like ongoing maintenance and perennial beauty. TREATED WOOD For purists, wood has a natural look with a pleasing heft. TRADITIONAL COMPOSITE A mix of wood and plastic, traditional composite is the first-generation wood-alternative board. HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPOSITE With nature inspired looks and a tough-as-nails finish, high-performance composite outlasts the elements with very little maintenance. 9 SECTION 2 SELECT YOUR DECKING TREATED WOOD DECKING MAINTENANCE » Requires annual upkeep like sealing, staining, painting and washing DURABILITY » Subject to splintering and splitting without consistent upkeep AESTHETICS » Fades to greyish hue if not treated » Paint or stain for desired color WARRANTY » Limited warranty against fungal decay and termite damage 10 ESTIMATED COST While calculating price, it's important to remember that materials are just part of the equation. See the price breakdown below for a 12' x 16' treated wood deck with three sides of railing. MATERIAL COST 16' DECK BOARDS (26) RAILING Material Cost STARTING AT $517 For special financing options, speak to a Home Depot associate. DIY MAINTENANCE COST OVER 25 YEARS ANNUAL: SAND PAINT/STAIN SEAL POWER WASH DIY Maintenance over 25 Years ESTIMATED AT $5,000 $5,517 ESTIMATED OVER 25 YEARS The above cost is an estimate for comparison purposes and does not include substructure or labor fees. Because all deck projects are custom-built, Home Depot will provide a personalized quote for your deck. 11 SECTION 2 SELECT YOUR DECKING TRADITIONAL COMPOSITE DECKING MAINTENANCE » Requires periodic use of deck cleaner DURABILITY » Won't warp, rot, split or splinter AESTHETICS » Will fade to final color over time » Available in several colors WARRANTY » 25-Year Limited Residential Warranty against material defects MATERIAL COMPOSITION » Made from wood and plastic HIDDEN FASTENING OPTION » Yes 12 ESTIMATED COST While calculating price, it's important to remember that materials are just part of the equation. See the price breakdown below for a 12' x 16' traditional composite deck with three sides of railing. MATERIAL COST 16' DECK BOARDS (26) RAILING Material Cost STARTING AT $1,480 For special financing options, speak to a Home Depot associate. DIY MAINTENANCE COST OVER 25 YEARS SEMI-ANNUAL: DECK WASH DIY Maintenance over 25 Years ESTIMATED AT $800 $2,280 ESTIMATED OVER 25 YEARS The above cost is an estimate for comparison purposes and does not include substructure or labor fees. Because all deck projects are custom-built, Home Depot will provide a personalized quote for your deck. 13 SECTION 2 SELECT YOUR DECKING TREX® HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPOSITE DECKING MAINTENANCE » Easy to clean with soap and water DURABILITY » Won't warp, rot, split or splinter » High-performance shell that resists fade, stain, scratch & mold AESTHETICS » Available in a wide range of colors WARRANTY » 25-Year Limited Residential Warranty against material defects » 25-Year Limited Residential Fade & Stain Warranty MATERIAL COMPOSITION » Made from 95% recycled materials HIDDEN FASTENING OPTION » Yes 18 AVAILABLE COLORS see page 17 14 ESTIMATED COST While calculating price, it's important to remember that materials are just part of the equation. See the price breakdown below for a 12' x 16' high-performance composite deck with three sides of railing. MATERIAL COST 16' DECK BOARDS (26) RAILING Material Cost STARTING AT $2,020 For special financing options, speak to a Home Depot associate. DIY MAINTENANCE COST OVER 25 YEARS DIY Maintenance over 25 Years ESTIMATED AT $0 $2,020 ESTIMATED OVER 25 YEARS decking: Transcend in Spiced Rum & Vintage Lantern railing: Transcend in Classic White & Vintage Lantern with round aluminum balusters in Charcoal Black The above cost is an estimate for comparison purposes and does not include substructure or labor fees. Because all deck projects are custom-built, Home Depot will provide a personalized quote for your deck. 15 See how Trex® stacks up against other decking materials TREATED WOOD DURABILITY MINIMUM » Can rot, split, swell, twist and fade if not treated annually MAINTENANCE HARD MATERIAL AND MAINTENANCE COST OVER 25 YEARS » Requires annual painting, staining or sealing $5,517 TRADITIONAL COMPOSITE DURABILITY » No staining, painting or sealing required » Colors will weather to a natural shade MODERATE MAINTENANCE MEDIUM MATERIAL AND MAINTENANCE COST OVER 25 YEARS » Periodic washing with deck cleaner $2,280 TREX HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPOSITE Transcend in Havana Gold 16 DURABILITY MAXIMUM » Won't warp, split, rot or splinter & protects against insects » Protective shell resists fading, staining, scratching & mold MAINTENANCE EASY MATERIAL AND MAINTENANCE COST OVER 25 YEARS » Cleans with soap & water $2,020 SECTION 3 DESIGN YOUR COLOR SCHEME TREX HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPOSITE Greys Gravel Path Transcend - Classic Earth Tone Pebble Grey Select Winchester Grey Select Island Mist Transcend - Premium Tropical Clam Shell Enhance ORDER A DECK BOARD SAMPLE See how Trex will look in your outdoor space with a deck board sample sent straight to your home. All of our decking colors are available online at trex.com/shop Browns Rope Swing Transcend - Classic Earth Tone Beach Dune Enhance Saddle Enhance Saddle Select Tiki Torch Transcend - Premium Tropical Tree House Transcend - Classic Earth Tone Havana Gold Transcend - Premium Tropical Spiced Rum Transcend - Premium Tropical Woodland Brown Select Vintage Lantern Transcend - Classic Earth Tone Reds Madeira Select Lava Rock Transcend - Premium Tropical Fire Pit Transcend - Classic Earth Tone 17 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING When people look at your deck, they'll see the railing before anything else. Be sure to choose a design approach that fits your style and pairs well with your home. We've made it easier to sort through all the options by highlighting the three most popular approaches. COORDINATE IT Try a matching railing to make your deck feel cozy and well-coordinated. CONTRAST IT By introducing a new color in the railing, you can add a modern flair to your deck. CHANGE IT UP Go beyond the norm with some of these carefully curated combinations. 18 O N E D E C K , T H R E E WAYS COORDINATE IT featuring: Trex Outdoor Furniture Surf City & Monterey Bay Collections Here a cocktail rail perfectly matches the deck board and balusters pick up the dark streaks in the wood grain. It all comes together for a classic, timeless yet modern look where every piece complements the other. CONTRAST IT featuring: Trex Outdoor Furniture Parsons, Cape Cod & Rockport Collections Here the railing moves in the opposite direction of the decking--Classic White looks crisp against the deep brown. If you choose a light decking board, you can achieve a contrasted look by selecting a darker color railing. CHANGE IT UP featuring: Trex Outdoor Furniture Rockport Collection Here's where things get really daring. Dark railings and balusters complement the deck boards while contrasting with the Classic White post, creating a look that is a mixture of textures and colors--truly curated variety. 19 Railing Essentials For each deck color, we've designed three railing looks that coordinate to the decking, contrast it and change it up. See below to learn about all the components that go into picture-perfect railing. TOP RAIL POSTS BALUSTERS BOTTOM RAIL POSTS These sturdy vertical poles keep rails in line and can be outfitted with decorative caps and skirts RAILS Both top and bottom rails are designed to keep railing straight and beautiful, with several colors and profiles to choose from BALUSTERS Maintaining space and safety, these vertical pickets come in a range of styles and colors COCKTAIL RAIL (optional) Use Trex deck boards in concert with a universal top rail to create a flat surface for holding drinks and more GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. 20 GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. GRAVEL PATH Trex Transcend® Coordinate It Rails: Gravel Path with Gravel Path cocktail rail | Posts: Classic White Balusters: C harcoal Black round aluminum GP-1 GP-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Classic White composite Change It Up Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Classic White Balusters: C harcoal Black square aluminum GP-3 21 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING PEBBLE GREY Trex Select® Coordinate It Rails: Classic White with Pebble Grey cocktail rail | Posts: Classic White Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum PG-1 Contrast It Rails: Charcoal Black | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum PG-2 Change It Up Rails: Classic White aluminum | Posts: Classic White 22 Balusters: Classic White square aluminum PG-3 GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. ISLAND MIST Trex Transcend Coordinate It Rails: Classic White with Island Mist cocktail rail | Posts: Classic White Balusters: C harcoal Black square aluminum IM-1 IM-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Classic White composite Change It Up Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Charcoal Black aluminum Balusters: C harcoal Black square aluminum IM-3 23 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING CLAM SHELL Trex Enhance® Coordinate It Rails: Charcoal Black with Clam Shell cocktail rail | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum CS-1 Contrast It Rails: Charcoal Black | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum CS-4 CS-3 Change It Up Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Classic White composite 24 GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. WINCHESTER GREY Trex Select WG-1 Coordinate It Rails: Charcoal Black with Winchester Grey cocktail rail | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum Contrast It Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Charcoal Black aluminum Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum WG-2 Change It Up Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum WG-3 25 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING ROPE SWING Trex Transcend RS-1 Coordinate It Rails: Rope Swing | Posts: Rope Swing | Balusters: R ope Swing composite Contrast It Rails: Bronze aluminum | Posts: Bronze aluminum Balusters: Bronze square aluminum RS-2 Change It Up Rails: Vintage Lantern | Posts: Vintage Lantern 26 Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum RS-3 GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. BEACH DUNE Trex Enhance Coordinate It Rails: Classic White with Beach Dune cocktail rail | Posts: Classic White Balusters: Classic White composite BD-1 BD-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum Change It Up Rails: Vintage Lantern | Posts: Classic White Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum BD-3 27 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING SADDLE Trex Enhance Coordinate It Rails: Classic White with Saddle cocktail rail | Posts: Classic White Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum ES-4 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Classic White ES-5 Change It Up Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Vintage Lantern 28 Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum ES-3 GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. SADDLE Trex Select Coordinate It Rails: Classic White with Saddle cocktail rail | Posts: Classic White Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum SSSS-4-1 SS-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Classic White composite Change It Up Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Charcoal Black aluminum Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum SS-3 29 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING TIKI TORCH Trex Transcend Coordinate It Rails: Charcoal Black with Tiki Torch cocktail rail | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum TT-1 TT-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Classic White composite Change It Up Rails: Bronze aluminum | Posts: Classic White 30 Balusters: Bronze square aluminum TT-3 GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. TREE HOUSE Trex Transcend TH-1 Coordinate It Rails: Tree House | Posts: Tree House | Balusters: Vintage Lantern composite TH-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Classic White composite Change It Up Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Vintage Lantern Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum TH-3 31 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING HAVANA GOLD Trex Transcend HG-1 Coordinate It Rails: Charcoal Black with Havana Gold cocktail rail | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black composite Contrast It Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum HG-2 Change It Up Rails: Vintage Lantern | Posts: Classic White 32 Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum HG-3 GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. SPICED RUM Trex Transcend Coordinate It Rails: Classic White with Spiced Rum cocktail rail | Posts: Classic White Balusters: Classic White composite SR-1 Contrast It Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Vintage Lantern Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum SR-2 Change It Up Rails: Vintage Lantern | Posts: Classic White Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum SR-3 33 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING WOODLAND BROWN Trex Select WB-1 Coordinate It Rails: Classic White with Woodland Brown cocktail rail | Posts: Classic White Balusters: Classic White composite WB-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Classic White composite Change It Up Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Charcoal Black 34 Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum WB-3 GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. VINTAGE LANTERN Trex Transcend Coordinate It Rails: Vintage Lantern | Posts: Vintage Lantern Balusters: Vintage Lantern composite VL-1 VL-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum Change It Up Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Vintage Lantern Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum VL-3 35 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING MADEIRA Trex Select Coordinate It Rails: Charcoal Black with Madeira cocktail rail | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum MB-1 MB-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Classic White composite Change It Up Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Charcoal Black aluminum 36 Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum MB-3 GP-1 See a look you love? Order by Trex look number through a Home Depot associate. LAVA ROCK Trex Transcend Coordinate It Rails: Charcoal Black with Lava Rock cocktail rail | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum LR-1 LR-2 Contrast It Rails: Classic White | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum Change It Up Rails: Charcoal Black aluminum | Posts: Charcoal Black Balusters: Charcoal Black square aluminum LR-3 37 SECTION 4 CHOOSE YOUR RAILING FIRE PIT Trex Transcend Coordinate It Rails: Fire Pit | Posts: Fire Pit | Balusters: Fire Pit composite FP-1 FP-2 Contrast It Rails: Charcoal Black | Posts: Charcoal Black | Balusters: Charcoal Black composite FP-3 Change It Up Rails: Fire Pit | Posts: Classic White | Balusters: Charcoal Black round aluminum 38 MAKE THE GREAT OUTDOORS EVEN GREATER with spectacular decking & railing duos 39 SECTION 5 AND NOW FOR THE FINISHING TOUCHES... FASCIA BUILT-IN SEATING BUILT-IN SEATING Convenient and durable through all weather 40 TREX FASCIA Gives a clean, polished look to stairs and sides of deck TREX® OUTDOORLIGHTINGTM Easy to install and integrate into your decking, railing and surrounding landscape OUTDOOR LIGHTING OUTDOOR FURNITURE GATES decking: Transcend in Tree House & Vintage Lantern railing: Transcend in Tree House with round aluminum balusters in Charcoal Black TREX® OUTDOOR FURNITURETM Stylish seating and dining collections built to last, conveniently available online at homedepot.com TREX ALUMINUM GATES Made from the same strong and appealing materials as Trex railing, these gates are as easy to customize and install as they are to maintain 41 decking: Transcend in Havana Gold & Spiced Rum railing: Reveal in Bronze also featuring: Trex OutdoorLighting & Trex Outdoor Furniture Get all the tools, tips and resources you need for your DIY project on homedepot.trex.com 42 TIME TO DIY (with a little help from Trex) You're all ready to do it yourself. Unless you'd like a little more inspiration or advice. TRY OUT DIFFERENT DESIGNS with our iPad visualizer app. ESTIMATE THE COST $ with our cost calculator. ORDER A BOARD SAMPLE to see the color. 43 decking: Transcend in Spiced Rum & Vintage Lantern railing: Transcend in Classic White with Tree House cocktail rail 0416 Visit homedepot.trex.com or call 1-800-BUY-TREX © 2016 Trex Company, Inc. All rights reserved. Trex®, the Trex logo, Trex Transcend®, Trex Enhance®, Trex Select®, Trex® OutdoorLightingTM and Trex® Outdoor FurnitureTM are either federally registered trademarks, trademarks or trade dress of Trex Company, Inc., Winchester, Virginia. XDKLTDPG2016HAdobe PDF Library 15.0 Adobe InDesign CC 2017 (Macintosh)