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DECKING AND BALUSTRADING ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN ADD THAT EXTRA CLASSIC SOFTWOOD DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN Our softwood decking is machined from high quality joinery grade timber, ensuring it will last longer and provide an extremely high quality ﬁnish. At Metsä Wood we have a range of quality deck boards for both commercial and domestic Classic softwood decking is available either grooved both sides or applications. All of our deck boards come from grooved one side, smooth on reverse which gives you the option well managed sustainable forests which are to frame your deck with different textures. either FSC® or PEFC certified. CREATE STEPS AND SPLIT LEVELS TO ENHANCE YOUR DECK

Metsä Wood have a suitable deck board for every COLOUR project whether you want an outdoor dining area, • Softwood decking has a green appearance when first to extend your living space outside or enjoy a sun pressure treated. trap in the garden. • Once weathered the green colour will mellow to provide a silvery grey feel. To help you with your project, we have a deck calculator tool so you can work out how much CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE decking you need to purchase as well as • Wash down regularly with a mild detergent and a stiff brush to extend the life of the decking. installation videos and a deck fixing guide on our website. NAILING AND SCREWING • Pre-drilling is not necessary.

Visit mestawood.co.uk/decking FIXING INSTRUCTIONS • Can be fixed using standard coated deck screws/nails or for more information or scan secret fix deck clips. the QR code D

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Domestic use ••••••

Commercial use •• ••• GROOVED GROOVED ONE SIDE, Low slip •• • BOTH SIDES SMOOTH ON REVERSE

Low maintenance ••

Kiln dried •••••

Air dried • SMOOTH & GROOVED TREATED DECK BOARD Preservative treated •••• DIMENSIONS Nominal Finished Length Chemical free •• (mm) Dimensions (mm) (m) 32 x 125 28 x 119 3.0/3.6/4.2/4.8 Precision finish •••••• 32 x 150 28 x 144 3.0/3.6/4.2/4.8/5.4

15 year guarantee •••••

10 year guarantee •

FSC ® certified •• DUAL GROOVED TREATED DECK BOARD DIMENSIONS

PEFC certified ••••• Nominal Finished Length (mm) Dimensions (mm) (m) Independent third 32 x 125 27 x 142 3.6/3.9/4.2/4.5/4.8/5.1/5.4 party certified timber 32 x 125 27 x 119 3.0/3.3/3.6/3.9/4.2/4.5/4.8/5.1/5.4 38 x 125 33 x 119 3.0/3.3/3.6/3.9/4.2/4.5/4.8/5.1/5.4 All lengths are subject to availability For a full explanation of any of these terms, please visit

metsawood.co.uk/decking PRECISION 15 YEAR PRESERVATIVE KILN DRIED FINISH GUARANTEE TREATED

DECKING AND BALUSTRADING – ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN – DECKING AND BALUSTRADING ADD THAT EXTRA CLASSIC SOFTWOOD DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN Our softwood decking is machined from high quality joinery grade timber, ensuring it will last longer and provide an extremely high quality ﬁnish. At Metsä Wood we have a range of quality deck boards for both commercial and domestic Classic softwood decking is available either grooved both sides or applications. All of our deck boards come from grooved one side, smooth on reverse which gives you the option well managed sustainable forests which are to frame your deck with different textures. either FSC® or PEFC certified. CREATE STEPS AND SPLIT LEVELS TO ENHANCE YOUR DECK

Visit mestawood.co.uk/decking FIXING INSTRUCTIONS • Can be fixed using standard coated deck screws/nails or for more information or scan secret fix deck clips. the QR code D

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Domestic use ••••••

Commercial use •• ••• GROOVED GROOVED ONE SIDE, Low slip •• • BOTH SIDES SMOOTH ON REVERSE

Low maintenance ••

Kiln dried •••••

15 year guarantee •••••

10 year guarantee •

FSC ® certified •• DUAL GROOVED TREATED DECK BOARD DIMENSIONS

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DECKING AND BALUSTRADING – ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN – DECKING AND BALUSTRADING COMPOSITE WALKSURE ®

Composite decking provides a natural WalkSure ® low slip decking combines looking surface that is easy to clean and rubber and pressure treated softwood will last year after year. No need to paint, deck board and is available in seven seal, stain or even waterproof. colours.

Composite is ideal wherever exceptional durability This product provides not only an attractive and and weather resistance are required. Made from colourful alternative to traditional timber decking 90% recycled hardwood and polyethylene products, but also a safe, low slip surface in wet or dry Composite is eco-friendly and long-lasting. conditions, ideal for play areas and pool surrounds. WalkSure is rated as ‘low potential for slip’ tested to BS 7976 part 2. Other applications include public

PRECISION 10 YEAR LOW LOW SLIP walkways, outdoor smoking facilities, leisure FINISH GUARANTEE MAINTENANCE complexes, hotels, pubs and clubhouses.

MAJOR ADVANTAGES • Rated as ‘Low potential for slip’ • Easy to install with colour co-ordinated edge trims and secret PRECISION 15 YEAR PRESERVATIVE KILN DRIED LOW LOW SLIP fix clips and screws FINISH GUARANTEE TREATED MAINTENANCE • Easy to work with using standard hand tools • Very durable; water and moisture resistant • Splinter free product • Limited maintenance required • Will not warp, twist or crack

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE • To maintain the original finish of the decking, clean the board regularly with soap and water. • No sealing or painting is required, however, the product can be painted with a standard timber treatment product.

TWO NEW COLOURS • Anthracite and Grey.

PRODUCT APPLICATIONS PROFILE • Schools, outdoor leisure facilities, entertainment areas, hotels, clubhouse grounds, outdoor smoking areas.

® CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WALKSURE DECK BOARD DIMENSIONS • Regular cleaning with a mild detergent, together with Nominal Finished Length treatment of exposed timber components will help to (mm) Dimensions (mm) (m) maintain WalkSure decking. WalkSure can be cleaned using 32 x 125 28 x 119 3.6 32 x 125 28 x 119 3.9 a jet washer at a pressure up to 1500 psi. 32 x 125 28 x 119 4.2 32 x 125 28 x 119 4.5 FIXING INSTRUCTIONS COMPOSITE DECK BOARD EDGE TRIM SECRET FIX CLIPS • Metsä Wood recommends that Walksure is face fixed with (SCREWS INCLUDED) 2 x 63mm coated deckscrews at each joist. Screws should Actual Length Colour AVAILABLE COLOURS: Actual Length Colour Dimensions (mm) (m) be driven down below the surface of the rubber which hides Dimensions (mm) (m) 21 x 145 3.6 Brown Edge trim (30 x 50) 2.25 Brown the screwhead and provides maximum hold. Fix clips & screws Pack of 100 PROFILE • Metsä Wood has approved the use of Deck-Tite 4.5x63mm Tri-lock Green coated Deck screw which carries DeckMark Charcoal/red Red/charcoal * Charcoal/green * Sand/red * NOTE: COMPOSITE DECKING SHOULD BE INSTALLED USING SECRET FIX accreditation. NOTE: CLIPS AND SCREWS. PLEASE REFER TO OUR DECK INSTALLATION GUIDE • If deck boards are cut the sawn ends should be re-treated FOR MORE INFORMATION * THESE with a suitable timber preservative. PRODUCTS ARE AVAILABLE TO INDEPENDENTLY TESTED AND • Supports should be set at a maximum of 450mm centres. Sand/green * Sand/brown * Red/brown * SPECIAL ORDER CONFORMS TO HAVING A LOW A slight fall should be incorporated into the design to help POTENTIAL FOR SLIP improve drainage. ‘SECRET’ CLIPS AND FIXINGS PROVIDE A FLUSH, FIXING FREE SURFACE • Please refer to our deck fixing guidelines brochure for WalkSure ™ has been successfully tested to more details BS 7976 part 2 low potential for slip.

DECKING AND BALUSTRADING – ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN – DECKING AND BALUSTRADING COMPOSITE WALKSURE ®

PRECISION 10 YEAR LOW LOW SLIP walkways, outdoor smoking facilities, leisure FINISH GUARANTEE MAINTENANCE complexes, hotels, pubs and clubhouses.

TWO NEW COLOURS • Anthracite and Grey.

PRODUCT APPLICATIONS PROFILE • Schools, outdoor leisure facilities, entertainment areas, hotels, clubhouse grounds, outdoor smoking areas.

DECKING AND BALUSTRADING – ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN – DECKING AND BALUSTRADING THERMOWOOD ®

The inviting warm tones may resemble hardwood, yet ThermoWood ® is made from Scandinavian softwood.

The chemical-free heat treatment used to create ThermoWood ® also provides a natural weather resistance in addition to being environmentally friendly.

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COLOUR • ThermoWood® decking is a rich golden colour similar to that of Hardwood which if left untreated will fade to a silvery grey once exposed to the elements. GRASSEDECK ® PRO CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE • General maintenance including regular cleaning with a mild detergent will extend the life of GrasseDeck P RO is a professional grade, ThermoWood® decking. low slip, commercial landscaping solution • To maintain the rich colour treat the ThermoWood® that blends the performance of traditional annually with a deck oil or standard preservative deck treatment. decking with the aesthetics of real turf. FIXING INSTRUCTIONS GrasseDeck ® PRO has been • ThermoWood® deck boards can be fixed with standard deck screws or clips. successfully tested to BS 7976 part 2 • The deck boards should be supported at a low potential for slip. maximum of 400mm centres. GrasseDeck PRO is fully DeckMark Plus PROFILE approved and conforms to the UK Slip Resistance Guidelines, BS 7976 part 2.

An ideal solution for schools, outdoor leisure facilities, entertainment areas, REBATED ON FACE TO ALLOW FOR hotel or clubhouse grounds and even ARTIFICIAL GRASS, GROOVED ON REVERSE outdoor smoking areas.

PRODUCT APPLICATIONS • Schools, outdoor leisure facilities, entertainment areas, hotels, clubhouse grounds, outdoor smoking areas. PRECISION 15 YEAR PRESERVATIVE KILN DRIED LOW SLIP FINISH GUARANTEE TREATED CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE • General maintenance including regular cleaning with a mild detergent, together with the re-coating of timber components and the re-application of adhesive as required, will extend the service life of GrasseDeck® PRO.

PROFILE FIXING INSTRUCTIONS GRASSEDECK ® BOARD DIMENSIONS

• Deck boards can be fixed with standard deck screws or fixings. If face fixing, green Nominal Finished Length coloured deckscrews will be less visible on the deck surface. (mm) Dimensions (mm) (m) 32 x 150 28 x 144 3.6 THERMOWOOD® DECK BOARD • If cut, sawn ends should be re-treated with a suitable timber preservative and adhesive 32 x 150 28 x 144 4.5 DIMENSIONS or mechanical fixings must be used to ensure the grass is securely reaffixed to the Nominal Finished Length timber deck board. GROOVED ONE SIDE, (mm) Dimensions (mm) (m) SMOOTH ON REVERSE 32 x 125 26 x 118 3.6/3.9/4.2/4.5/4.8/5.1 • Supports should be set at a maximum of 400mm centres. A slight fall should be incorporated into the design to help improve drainage. USE A DECK OIL TO MAINTAIN A RICH COLOUR OR LEAVE TO WEATHER NATURALLY

DECKING AND BALUSTRADING – ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN – DECKING AND BALUSTRADING THERMOWOOD ®

The inviting warm tones may resemble hardwood, yet ThermoWood ® is made from Scandinavian softwood.

The chemical-free heat treatment used to create ThermoWood ® also provides a natural weather resistance in addition to being environmentally friendly.

PRECISION CHEMICAL FREE KILN DRIED FINISH

PROFILE FIXING INSTRUCTIONS GRASSEDECK ® BOARD DIMENSIONS

DECKING AND BALUSTRADING – ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN – DECKING AND BALUSTRADING CLASSIC SOFTWOOD BALUSTRADING FIXING GUIDELINES FOR TIMBER AND COMPOSITE To complete your decking area, we have a range of balustrading options including classic softwood balustrade DECKING components and pre-drilled kits (shown below). This guide will help you when choosing the type of fixings The softwood balustrading can easily be stained, to use, where to place the fixings and other practical oiled or left to weather naturally to match the recommendations – depending on the type of deck board decking and fencing of your choice. you are using. Choose from the solid reliability of the Roman column balustrade, the elegant lines of the turned spindle or, for a more clean, modern look, the square spindle. Each one is finished to the highest standard TURNED SPiNDLE and guarantees you years of enjoyment in your garden. TESTED FOR LOAD BEARING CAPABILITIES TO BS6180: PART 1 AT A GLANCE: The turned and square spindle balustrade systems have been tested for load bearing capabilities to BS6180: Part 1. A CHOICE OF 5 DECK BOARD OPTIONS - 4 TIMBER AND 1 COMPOSITE

Our full range of classic softwood balustrade components are DECK BOARD INSTALLATION SUMMARY available on our website metsawood.co.uk/decking.

MAX JOIST SPACING GAP FALL FIXING PILOT FIXING FIXING CENTRES BETWEEN AROUND TYPE HOLES POINTS DETAIL Scan the QR code or visit metsawood.co.uk/decking for BOARDS PERIMETER instructions on installing our balustrade systems. There are also guidelines on ﬁxing balustrades in accordance Classic Softwood 400 5-6mm 10mm 2 in 1000mm 4.5 x 63mm Recommended 2 per joist with BS 6180: Part 1. SQUARE SPiNDLE Stainless Steel through face or coated of board deck screws TESTED FOR LOAD BEARING CAPABILITIES TO BS6180: PART 1

ThermoWood® 400 5-6mm 10mm 2 in 1000mm 4.5 x 63mm Yes 2 per joist BALUSTRADE KITS Stainless Steel through face or coated of board TUSCANY BALUSTRADE An elegant railing combining the natural PROBUILT BALUSTRADE An aluminium railing kit, powder coated deck screws beauty and strength of wood with curved black, to create an elegant, black aluminium balusters to create a contemporary feel to enclose your deck modern blend of style and convenience. area. With a 15 year guarantee, ProBuilt GrasseDeck PRO ® 400 5-6mm 10mm 2 in 1000mm 4.5 x 63mm Recommended 2 per joist will not rust or rot and requires minimal Stainless Steel through face Pre -drilled hand rail and base rail for ease or coated Min 15mm of board maintenance. Supplied with pre-cut ‘clip from end and of installation, complete with fixings. deck screws in’ spacers to ensure the correct spacing Min 20mm Balusters are powder coat painted for from edge between spindles and comes complete longevity and ease of maintenance. with fixings to ensure a simple and quick WalkSure ™ 400 5-6mm 10mm 2 in 1000mm 4.5 x 63mm Recommended 2 per joist Finished size: 1822mm x 970mm. installation. The kit can be used with Stainless Steel through face traditional timber posts or the matching or coated of board TESTED FOR LOAD BEARING Posts not included. TESTED FOR LOAD BEARING deck screws CAPABILITIES TO BS6180: CAPABILITIES TO BS6180: coated Aluminium Posts. PART 1 2011 Finished size: 1879mm x 1100mm. Composite 400 10mm 30mm 2 in 1000mm Fixing clip with Not applicable 1 secret fixing 1 per joist Posts are supplied separately. TRADITIONAL BALUSTRADE A wooden hand and base rail screws supplied clip per joist Using secret fixing clip complementing a set of smooth black aluminium balusters to create a timeless, classic appeal. Pre -drilled hand rail and base rail for ease of installation, complete with fixings. Balusters are powder coat painted for longevity and ease of maintenance. Finished size: 1822mm x 970mm.

TESTED FOR LOAD BEARING Posts not included. CAPABILITIES TO BS6180: NOTE: WHERE MORE THAN TWO BOARDS ARE FIXED IN A RUN, A MIN 6 mm GAP IS REQUIRED FOR ALL OUR TIMBER BOARDS. PART 1 NOTE: COMPOSITE REQUIRES A 10 mm GAP.

Our full range of classic softwood balustrade components are DECK BOARD INSTALLATION SUMMARY available on our website metsawood.co.uk/decking.

DECKING AND BALUSTRADING – ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN – DECKING AND BALUSTRADING FIXING GUIDELINES FOR 07. FIXING DOWN COMPOSITE DECK BOARDS TIMBER AND COMPOSITE DECKING Fix the boards down securely with one secret fixing clip per joist.

Position the clip in the groove of deck board. 01. SPACING BETWEEN JOISTS 02. MINIMUM GAP AROUND PERIMETER Position the board together with the clip in the centre of the joist and screw down. When spacing your joist For timber decking: structure, the maximum gap When decking up to buildings or Add the next deck board – sliding the fixing between joists (from centre door sills, install the joist clip into the groove of the board. to centre) should be no more structure and deck boards so than 400mm. they are clear of the building by at least 10mm and always below the damp course. For Composite decking: 08 SPACING BETWEEN DECK BOARDS Leave at least 30mm. For timber decking: NOTE: SPACING RECOMMENDED IS FOR DOMESTIC OR LIGHT COMMERCIAL USE, IF IN ANY DOUBT SEEK FURTHER PROFESSIONAL HELP. This will allow for any expansion. Ensure there is a minimum gap of 5-6mm between each deck board.

For Composite decking: 03. AVOID WATER POOLING Ensure there is a minimum gap of 10mm between each deck board. This is down to your planning and This will be largely governed by the secret fixing clip. preparation of the joist perimeter structure. Using a simple spacer acts as an effective guide and a 2mm fall in gradient of the joist in every metre is sufficient to ensure the rain water runs away and prevents any pooling, FOR EXAMPLE reducing maintenance too. 4(m) x 2 = 8(mm) FALL 09. JOINING TWO BOARDS IN A RUN NOTE: THE FALL SHOULD RUN IN LINE WITH THE GROOVES ON THE DECK BOARDS TO AID RUN OFF. For timber decking: When joining two cut deck boards together in a run, fix with screws 15mm from the end of each board, at an angle to ensure 04. DECK BOARD FIXINGS 05. PILOT HOLES - TIMBER DECKING secure fixing into the joists below. NOTE: WHERE MORE THAN TWO BOARDS ARE FIXED IN A RUN, A For timber For For timber decking: MINIMUM 6 mm GAP IS REQUIRED FOR ALL OUR TIMBER BOARDS. decking: Composite Drilling a pilot hole before NOTE: COMPOSITE REQUIRES A MINIMUM 10 mm GAP. 4.5 x 63mm decking: screwing down is Stainless steel or Use secret fix recommended, alternatively use coated deck clips (screws a self-countersinking screw.

screws. included). NOTE: THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO COMPOSITE. SEE POINT 07. 10. PROTECTING YOUR TIMBER DECK

Ensure any cut timber or drilled holes are treated with a suitable, high-quality timber preservative. A thorough 06. FIXING DOWN TIMBER DECK BOARDS coat of treatment only takes a moment and will prolong Fix the boards down securely with two fixings the life of the deck. per joist. Screws will provide a more secure This procedure is often a condition reflected in the fixing than nails. product’s guarantee, so is worth following. To avoid the potential for the timber to split: A. Position the fixing at least15mm from end of deck board. B. Position the fixing at least 20mm from the edge of the deck board. A B NOTE: THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO COMPOSITE.

screws. included). NOTE: THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO COMPOSITE. SEE POINT 07. 10. PROTECTING YOUR TIMBER DECK

DECKING AND BALUSTRADING – ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN ADD THAT EXTRA DIMENSION TO YOUR GARDEN – DECKING AND BALUSTRADING CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT Metsä Wood has always been committed to forestry practices that let everybody enjoy the natural beauty of wood, without making the environment pay the price. As long as stocks are carefully managed, wood is a fully renewable resource, and that’s why we work with suppliers to make sure we put back everything we take from the environment. We also support Forest Certification and Chain of Custody - it’s our guarantee that the wood we source only ever comes from well-managed, sustainable forests.

At Metsä Wood we take all our corporate responsibilities very seriously, not just through the timber we supply. The people we employ, the communities and countries in which we operate, and the way in which we work, are all central to our thinking. If you would like to find out more about our corporate responsibility, you can find all our policies at www.metsawood.co.uk

Products in this brochure which are certified in accordance with the rules of the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) or the Forest Stewardship Council ® (FSC® ) are highlighted accordingly.

For more information and a list of stockists in your area visit www.metsawood.co.uk or call 0800 00 44 44

Metsä Wood is a wood products company delivering service-oriented solutions developed in collaboration with its customers. its premium solutions are based on ecological, high quality Nordic wood as a raw material.

Wood is the only building material that is truly renewable, if well managed. Forest certification schemes give assurance that the timber is legal and from sustainable sources. Metsä Wood sources certified timber over uncertified and is an approved Chain of Custody supplier.

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The photographs in this brochure are for illustration purposes only.

Metsä Wood reserves the right to change the range without notice.

Every effort has been made to ensure that colours are accurate within the limitations of natural lighting conditions and the four colour printing process.

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