Beams and Joists: The Backbone of a Sturdy Deck
Trex RainEscape provides a guide for trade professionals on what beams and joists do, how they work together, and how to install and protect them for long-lasting decks.
Trex RainEscape provides a guide for trade professionals on what beams and joists do, how they work together, and how to install and protect them for long-lasting decks.
Outdoor living space and ample storage are among the most sought-after amenities by today’s homeowners and prospective homebuyers. In both cases, the space beneath an elevated deck can offer an ideal solution. With the addition of an under-deck drainage system, this space can become usable for a multitude of purposes and activities.
Every outdoor space faces the unpredictability of the elements – rain, wind, snow and everything in between. That’s why adding a layer of protection around areas used for outdoor living is essential.
Ask any contractor where a deck is most likely to fail and, chances are, they’ll point to the ledger board and deck framing. If not correctly installed and protected, these elements can lead to a deck’s downfall – both figuratively and literally. To better understand how to preserve a deck’s structural integrity and prevent potential problems, we tapped the expertise of some of the industry’s top professional deck builders.
The makers of the Trex® RainEscape® deck drainage system understand that even the most accomplished pros can sometimes use a helping hand. That idea inspired the launch of the new Pro2Pro Program, a free hotline that connects deck builders – both professionals and DIYers – with real-time installation support from a Trex RainEscape expert. The service is available now to all Trex RainEscape customers in the U.S. and Canada.