The solution for complete weather protection – and a quiet floor

Test results of Weather Dek 2 fastfix adhesive shear strenght

• Weather Dek 2 should be used for platform floors, temporarily exposed to the weather for up 42 days

• If construction requires longer exposure, specify Weather Dek Elite P7 for up to 8 weeks protection. Floors should not be left exposed for longer than specified

• Always keep Weather Dek2 boards and accessories dry on site before use

• Only fix and Tape Weather Dek 2 boards in dry conditions. If it rains, stop and cover unused boards and deck with a protective sheet

• Ensure I- beams or joists are secure and braced prior to fixing Weather Dek2

• Glue boards to joists or I-beam flanges

• Ensure all Weather Dek2 short ends and all perimeter board edges are supported; and that all noggins are securely fixed and positioned flush with the top of the beam or joist

• Fix Weather Dek2 boards with four Weather Dek nails or screws to every joist or I-beam flange. Where short ends join, fix both boards, one nail near to each edge and two equidistant between

• Glue all board edges with Weather Dek2 exterior D3 adhesive. Use an ample bead to the grooved edge and a smaller bead to the top of the tongue

• Tape all edges, nail runs and perimeter edges after after laying each two rows of boards. Do not leave this until the laying is complete

• Fold tape over board edges before laying perimeter runs

• Apply Weather Dek2 tape in clean, dry conditions using the roller applicator. Ensure tape is fully bonded down

• During floor exposure, sweep off standing water at regular intervals replacing any damaged tape and repair any torn surface film

• Any edge wetting during construction should be allowed to dry before sanding down any ridges

• Do not overload the floor deck and avoid standing pallets of bricks or blocks on the deck

• Leave the Weather Dek2 surface in place until all construction work is complete. Remove film by pulling from the short ends

• The waxed surface of Weather Dek2 can be buffed to a pristine finish with a damp cloth or mop

• Use the complete Weather Dek2 system and fix correctly to ensure best performance and a quieter floor

NOTE:
• The edge of any chipboard based floor product will swell if exposed to wetting. PVA D3 adhesive alone will not seal edges. The correct use of edge sealing tape is the only ‘best practice’ solution