What is flow through decking?
What is flow through decking?
Thru-Flow decking is an interlocking panel system that is ideal for docks and gangways, because of it’s impressive anti-slip surface and water resistance. The panels offer sunlight and water penetration to help keep vegetation alive, minimizing the effects of fish habitat.
What kind of dock should I get?
The main types of docks available are permanent docks, pipe dock, floating docks and lift up docks: The permanent dock is a good choice for someone who doesn’t want to have to do anything with their dock. They’re very stable and constructed using steels pilings, which are drilled or vibrated into the lake bottom.
Do composite decks need ventilation?
Composite Decking requires Ventilation Mould and fungi can grow on the wood fibres in composite decking. Blacking mould hard to remove from composite decking.
What is the best wood for docks?
The best wood boards for docks are western red cedar, redwood, cypress and eastern white cedar. However, if the dock will feature permanent piles or cribs, then you are going to want a stronger hardwood, such as Douglas fir, tamarack and hemlock. Certain other woods may suffice in a pinch, but those are preferred.
What is a flow dock?
FLOE Sectional Docks have a sturdy, lightweight design with fast and easy assembly and breakdown with no tools required. Once the legs are removed, they store in limited space on your shoreline in the offseason. All sectional docks have FLOE’s Easy-Level™ leg system with top-side leveling.
What is aluminum decking?
Aluminum decking is a premium decking material that lasts indefinitely. The best products are coated to make the deck slip resistant and quiet. There’s no metallic “ping” with high-quality coated aluminum decking. Most aluminum planks feature a built-in water control system.
How long do wooden docks last?
How long they last: A well-maintained wooden dock made with pressure-treated lumber could last around 10 years. However, even with regular maintenance, there’s always a risk of rotting, warping, splitting or splintering. Nails in the wood may also come dislodged over time.
Do you need air flow under a deck?
This is why proper deck ventilation becomes essential. There should be a good flow of air across all the four sides so that the wood can move evenly. If there is a restriction of airflow even on just one side, the board or boards will contract or expand unevenly. This will then lead to twisting, warping, and buckling.
Should you enclose under a deck?
Debris like old leaves and wind blown trash that accumulates can be unsightly and smell bad. To prevent these issues, you’ll need to enclose the area under your deck. Just like every other home renovation project, the options can be overwhelming.
How long will pressure treated wood last on a dock?
Whether for framing only or the decking too, pressure treated lumber lasts a long time. Pressure treated lumber exposed to freeze-thaw and wet-dry cycles without care or maintenance will last about 9-years. With proper maintenance and treatment, the same deck will last 40 plus years.
How thick should dock boards be?
16” on center = Standard for residential decking applications. 12” on center is recommended for a sturdier underfoot feel, when using standard deck board thickness of 1”. 24” on center = Sometimes used for commercial applications such as docks and boardwalks; wider joist spacing requires greater deck board thickness.