my father built a huge deck out of trex maybe 9 years ago. its beautiful, and there has been no problems with mold, etc. my problem is this, he made the panels too close together and water stands, etc. which is causing warping. my father passed away last summer and my mom is wanting to get this fixed, and im afraid she is going to get taken by 'fix it' people. is it possible to use a router or a saw of somekind to run between each board to open up a bit of space? mom doesnt want to ruin the look of the deck, but i know she will pay an arm and a leg if she has some bozo come over to fix it, and then it will still most likely not be right.
ANY IDEAS???
THANKS!
JACKIE
COMMUNITY FORUM
- Forum >
- Lawn & Garden >
- how can i widen spaces between trek on my deck?
No I'm sorry Jackie, but it's not advisable to rip the decking.
If it's possible to remove the fasteners (screws hopefully) without damaging the existing perhaps it can be spaced properly?
Trex will expand and contract, so you really need to place it following the manufacturers specifications. When it's hot there is a different spacing than if it's cooler.
We've placed these decks for years so we know what needs to be done.
What may be a possible solution that is cost effective, is to remove the the rows at the house, rip a couple of inches off of that at the house then space a few rows out. That may help, it will depend on where the posts are and how much needs to be corrected.
Have a couple of deck pro's look and see what they can do, get references. My condolences on your Dad.
Alter Eagle Construction & Design
http://www.altereagle.com/ | Construction & Design | http://decks-ca.com/ | Decks, California outdoor living | http://kingofcrown.com/ | Molding and finishing | http://installcrown.com/ | Crown tutorial
If it's possible to remove the fasteners (screws hopefully) without damaging the existing perhaps it can be spaced properly?
Trex will expand and contract, so you really need to place it following the manufacturers specifications. When it's hot there is a different spacing than if it's cooler.
We've placed these decks for years so we know what needs to be done.
What may be a possible solution that is cost effective, is to remove the the rows at the house, rip a couple of inches off of that at the house then space a few rows out. That may help, it will depend on where the posts are and how much needs to be corrected.
Have a couple of deck pro's look and see what they can do, get references. My condolences on your Dad.
Alter Eagle Construction & Design
http://www.altereagle.com/ | Construction & Design | http://decks-ca.com/ | Decks, California outdoor living | http://kingofcrown.com/ | Molding and finishing | http://installcrown.com/ | Crown tutorial
Dear Homespun:
I am a representative of Trex and came across your post and would like to to offer some assistance.
I understand that you have a deck that was not gapped to the Trex recommendations. We do offer a solution that may be of assistance to you. Please feel free to contact me directly at 800-BUY-TREX or question@trex.com and I would be happy to provide detailed instructions and assist you further.
Brittany
Trex Company
I am a representative of Trex and came across your post and would like to to offer some assistance.
I understand that you have a deck that was not gapped to the Trex recommendations. We do offer a solution that may be of assistance to you. Please feel free to contact me directly at 800-BUY-TREX or question@trex.com and I would be happy to provide detailed instructions and assist you further.
Brittany
Trex Company
..and what would that solution be.
Alter Eagle Construction & Design
http://www.altereagle.com/ | Construction & Design | http://decks-ca.com/ | Decks, California outdoor living | http://kingofcrown.com/ | Molding and finishing | http://installcrown.com/ | Crown tutorial
Alter Eagle Construction & Design
http://www.altereagle.com/ | Construction & Design | http://decks-ca.com/ | Decks, California outdoor living | http://kingofcrown.com/ | Molding and finishing | http://installcrown.com/ | Crown tutorial
