composite 2 x 6 decking

Composite 2 x 6 decking

As an emerging building material, outdoor Composite decking is increasingly favored by consumers due to its environmental protection, durability, and beauty. So, how many floors do we need to prepare when laying 2m*6m outdoor Composite decking? This article will introduce in detail how to calculate the number of floors required and the precautions during the construction process.

1. Calculate the number of floors required

1. First, we need to understand the size of outdoor Composite decking. Generally speaking, the size of Composite decking is 140mm*25mm or, here we take 140mm*25mm as an example for calculation.

2. Next, we calculate the number of floors required per square meter. Taking 140mm*25mm floor as an example, we need to lay 1000mm/140mm=7.14 meters per square meter.

3. Then, we calculate the number of floors required based on the actual laying area. Assuming the laying area is 2 meters 6 meters, that is, 12 square meters, the number of floors required is: 12 square meters * 7.14 pieces/square meter = 86 meters

4. Since a certain gap needs to be left when laying the floor, the actual number of floors required is slightly greater than the calculated value. We can round up the calculated value, that is, 86 meters of Composite decking are required.

2. Construction points

1. Preparation: Before laying Composite decking, first make sure that the ground is flat, clean, and free of oil stains, water stains, etc. If there are any uneven areas, leveling treatment is required.

2. Laying method: Composite decking is generally laid in a splicing manner, that is, the splicing grooves of the floor are aligned and then fixed with a special splicing fixture. During the laying process, ensure that the gaps between the floors are uniform, generally around 3-5mm.

3. Laying order: Start from the edge of the laying area and lay inward in sequence. At the corners, the floor needs to be cut to fit the corner shape.

4. Fixing method: After the floor is laid, it is necessary to fix the floor to the ground with expansion screws. The spacing of the expansion screws is generally 300-500mm, which is determined according to the size of the floor and the ground condition.

5. Drainage treatment: When laying Composite decking, a certain drainage slope should be reserved to avoid water accumulation. In addition, drainage pipes can be set under the floor to ensure smooth drainage of rainwater.

6. Maintenance and care: After laying, the floor should be maintained to prevent deformation and cracking. Usually pay attention to cleaning to avoid oil stains, water stains, etc. from eroding the floor.

In short, when laying 2m*6m outdoor Composite decking, we need to prepare 321 pieces of floor. During the construction process, we must strictly follow the construction points to ensure that the floor is beautiful and durable. At the same time, pay attention to daily maintenance and care to extend the service life of the floor.