AZEK Porch EN - Manual (Page 2)

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Installation Guidelines
AZEK Porch should be installed using the same good building principals used to install wood or composite porch and
in accordance with the local building codes and the installation guidelines included below. AZEK Building Products
Inc. accepts no liability or responsibility for the improper installation of this product. AZEK Porch may not be suitable
for every application, such as not being suitable for waterproof applications, and it is the sole responsibility of
the installer to be sure that AZEK Porch is fi t for the intended use. Since all installations are unique, it is also the
installer’s responsibility to determine specifi c requirements for each AZEK Porch application. AZEK Building Products
recommends that all applications be reviewed by a licensed architect, engineer or local building offi cial before
installation. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please call AZEK Customer Service at 1-877-ASK-
AZEK, (877) 275-2935 or visit our website at www.azek.com.
Tools Required
• AZEK Porch can be installed using the same tools you would use to install wood porch products.
• Corded or cordless driver/screw gun may be used.
• Self-feeding screw guns can be used. Check with manufacturer for compatibility with AZEK Porch.
• Miter saw with a fi ne-toothed, carbide tipped fi nish trim blade works well for cutting.
• As with installing a wood porch, safety glasses should be worn during the entire installation process.
Visit www.azek.com/azek-deck/installation/ to view AZEK installation videos.
Installation Guidelines
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Routing
AZEK Porch/Rim Joist Covers/Riser should not be
routed.
Color and Painting
Color variation is purely aesthetic and does not or will
not affect the performance of the product. Depending
on environmental conditions, AZEK Porch colors may
appear to lighten over time as part of the natural
weathering process. Painting is not recommended for
AZEK Porch.
Note
AZEK Porch is NOT intended for use as columns,
support posts, beams, joist stringers, guard railing
or other primary load-bearing members. AZEK must
be supported by a code-compliant substructure.
While AZEK Porch products are great for re-
planking (removing old porch surface boards and
installing AZEK on a code-compliant substructure),
AZEK Porch boards CANNOT be installed on top
of an existing porch. AZEK Porch is not intended
to be waterproof and should not be used in any
waterproof application. Caulks, adhesives or other
similar products should not be used in the tongue and
groove areas of AZEK Porch.
AZEK Porch
AZEK does not recommend the use of rubber or vinyl
products (welcome mats, planters, etc.) on porch
boards. A reaction can occur that causes discoloration
of the board under the rubber/vinyl product. This is a
common caution for vinyl decking products.
Do NOT nail AZEK Porch boards. Although AZEK Porch
is cooler to the touch than many other porch boards in
similar colors, all porch products will get hot in the sun.
Additionally, the darker the porch color, the hotter it
will feel.
Walking Surface and Grain Pattern
AZEK Porch boards must be installed grain side up.
Static Electricity
Static build-up is a natural occurring phenomenon that
can occur with many plastic products including PVC
Porch. It could occur with AZEK Porch under the right
environmental conditions.
Cantilevering
For best results, don’t cantilever over 1/2”.
For most current care and cleaning, technical information and more, visit www.azek.com.
Failure to install AZEK Porch products in accordance with applicable building codes and this Installation
Guide may lead to personal injury, affect porch/deck system performance and void the product warranty.