How to Install Composite Decking & Railing - Trex
Find out with our series of deck installation tutorial videos and downloadable Trex decking installation guide. Learn the basics of measuring, scoping and installing your decking and railing, and go from dream to do.
Install Trex recommended fasteners with standard power drills, impact drivers (use care if using impact drivers), or right angle drills. SPECIFIC DECK BOARD ATTACHMENT TOOLS Screw Guns: Some Trex recommended deck fasteners are compatible with screw guns. Refer to the recommended fasteners page for more information. TigerClaw® Pneumatic Gun:
Please visit our website at www.trex.com, and choose Literature at the top of the page, to review individual installation instructions for specific Trex lighting, post mounts, joist mount post, and all railing products. This will ensure you are using the most up to date installation instructions with these products.
Deck Building Guides | Trex
Explore instructional videos, step-by-step deck building guides, and pro-tips to help you throughout your deck building journey. Learn more with Trex Academy.
How to Fasten Trex Enhance® Decking
Learn how to properly install your Trex decking, from where to place your first deck board to notching around guardrail posts and installing a breaker board.
How to Build a Deck: DIY Videos & Resources | Trex
Knowing where and how to start can be the hardest part of building a deck. Trex is here to help. Before you break ground, explore our how-to videos and instructions for step-by-step guidance.
Find A Composite Deck Builder - Trex
Searching for a contractor to help build your dream deck? Search online for deck builders who meet the mark and use Trex decking materials.
TREX DECKING: » When installing ANY Trex decking product, 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. » ® For added protection to wood framing, use Trex Protect™ Joist and Beam Tape on the top of joists, rim joists, and ledger boards
Cost to Build a Composite Deck: Deck Pricing - Trex
The labor cost for a professional to install a composite deck runs from $25-30 on average* per square foot. This average is based on the labor cost to build a ground-level deck (not including costs associated with installing railing or a substructure).
Build a 12x16 ft Deck with Trex
Transform your backyard into an inviting retreat by adding a 12x16 foot deck. It’s the perfect size for family gatherings yet feels warm and intimate at the same time. Follow this step-by-step guide to build a new, perfectly sized deck with Trex that brings your outdoor vision to life.