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DECK & STAIR KIT INSTALLATION: ATTACHED EVOLUTION FRAMING
ATTACHED FRAME & STAIR KIT INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Summary

INTRODUCTION

General Guidelines

Essential safety and procedural advice before starting deck framing installation.

INSTALLATION OVERVIEW

Evolution Attached Framing Without Stair Kit

Visual representation of the deck framing structure without integrated stairs.

Evolution Attached Framing With Stair Kit

Visual representation of the deck framing structure with attached stairs.

PROJECT PLANNING

Sketch Layout of Framing Project

Planning the deck's position, dimensions, and post layout relative to the building.

Create Perimeter For Post Footprint

Laying out the precise boundary for footing placement using stakes and string.

Mark & Dig Footing Hole Locations

Identifying and excavating holes for concrete footings according to plan.

Pour Concrete into Footing Holes

Filling excavated holes with concrete to create stable foundation footings.

INSTALLATION: S-Ledger

Mount S-Ledger Brackets

Attaching ledger brackets to the S-Ledger component for wall mounting.

Mount S-Ledger onto Wall Surface

Securing the S-Ledger to the building's structure, ensuring it's level.

Secure S-Ledger to Structure

Fastening the S-Ledger to the building's wall using appropriate hardware.

INSTALLATION: POST TO PIER BRACKETS

Mount Post to Pier Brackets onto Footings

Attaching post-to-pier brackets to the prepared concrete footings.

INSTALLATION: POSTS

Cut Posts to Desired Lengths

Measuring and cutting steel posts to the correct height for the deck frame.

Mount Posts into Post to Pier Brackets

Installing and securing vertical posts into their respective pier brackets.

INSTALLATION: SINGLE BEAM

Mount Single Beams onto Post Brackets

Attaching main support beams to the posts via single beam brackets.

Install Beam Cap

Fitting protective caps onto the ends of the installed beams.

INSTALLATION: FRAME JOISTS & BLOCKING

Cut Corner Blocking Joists

Preparing specific lengths of joists for corner and edge blocking.

Assemble Corner Blocking Joist Assemblies (Al13 Railing)

Constructing corner blocking assemblies for decks with Al13 railing.

Assemble Corner Blocking Joist Assemblies (Fe26 Railing)

Constructing corner blocking assemblies for decks with Fe26 railing.

INSTALLATION: FRONT & SIDE POST BLOCKING

Mount Front Post Blocking

Installing blocking between joists on the front face for stability.

Mount Side Post Blocking

Installing blocking between joists on the side faces for structural support.

INSTALLATION: PICTURE FRAME BLOCKING

Mount Picture Frame Blocking

Installing blocking pieces to create a finished picture frame effect.

INSTALLATION: RIM JOIST

Mount U-Rim Joists

Attaching U-shaped rim joists to the ends of the frame for perimeter support.

INSTALLATION: EVOLUTION STRAP

Mount Evolution Straps onto Infill Joists

Fastening specialized straps to the underside of infill joists for reinforcement.

INSTALLATION: STAIR KIT

Calculate Required Stair Measurements

Using the online calculator to determine precise stair dimensions and components.

Mount Stair Blocking (Front & Side)

Installing blocking elements for stair stringer support and stability.

Cut Stair Stringers to Length

Preparing stair stringer joists by cutting them to calculated lengths.

Mount Adjustable Stair Brackets onto Stringers

Attaching adjustable stair brackets to the cut stair stringers.

Mount Stair Anchor Bracket

Securing anchor brackets to the base of stair stringers for foundation connection.

Mount Adjustable Stair Trays

Installing adjustable stair trays onto the stringer assemblies to form treads.

CUTTING & PAINTING

Mark Cut Points

Accurately marking material before making cuts for precision.

Cut Material To Length

Performing precise cuts on metal components using appropriate saws.

Clean Cut Areas

Smoothing cut edges and removing debris after cutting metal components.

Apply Spray Paint To Cut Areas

Applying touch-up paint to cut metal edges to prevent corrosion.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Powder-Coated Products Maintenance

Guidelines for cleaning and preserving powder-coated steel deck framing components.

WARRANTY

Fortress Building Products EVOLUTION Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFortress Building Products
ModelEVOLUTION
CategoryOutdoor Furnishing
LanguageEnglish