TREX RainEscape - Steel Joist System Preparation and Taping

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TWO METHODS:
1. PREP
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Apply blocking mid-span between joists.
NOTE: To properly install the Trex RainEscape
system over the steel joist system requires a
minimum of two people.
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INSTALL MID-SPAN JOIST BLOCKING
FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE JOIST TO
ALLOW ROOM FOR THE TROUGH
TREX TAPE
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TREX 4"
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TREX 4"
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TREX 4"
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TREX 4"
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INSTALLATION USING A STEEL JOIST SYSTEM
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RECOMMENDED METHOD
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Take 3-4" strips of our Trex butyl tape to hold
downspouts to deck joists. Tape on either side
of downspout to secure.
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Instead of using staples, attach the trough
material with tape using the same pattern as
wood joist. (2A).
CUT 3” -6” STRIPS OF DOUBLE-SIDED TREX RAINESCAPE
TAPE AND PLACE EVERY 16” TO 20” ALONG THE JOIST &
PERIMETER, LEAVING BACKING ON
3. TAPE AROUND JOIST AND PERIMETER
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Cut 3" - 6" strips of the Trex RainEscape double-
sided tape and place every 16" - 20" along the
joists and perimeter leaving backing on.
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Stagger tape on second layer of trough to keep
flush and level.
DOUBLE SIDED TAPE INSTALLATION METHOD3
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2A
STEEL JOIST SYSTEM