Durable
Its patented manufacturing process produces decking that withstands the most demanding environmental conditions.

Water Proof
Plastic encapsulated wood fibers provide a water proof product that performs consistently in any environment, even submerged.

Environmentally Friendly
ChoiceDek does not require chemical dipping, preservative treatments or water sealing.

Rot/Termite Resistant
The unique composition of ChoiceDek makes it virtually impervious to rot and termites.

Easy to Work
ChoiceDek can be assembled with standard hand and power tools.

Warranted
ChoiceDek is backed by the Weyerhaeuser name and a limited lifetime warranty.

Weyerhaeuser ChoiceDek is the decking that's environmentally sound. With a full complement of railings and trim, ChoiceDek is the "wise choice."

Residential Decking Limited Lifetime Warranty
Against Rot and Termite Damage

Weyerhaeuser ChoiceDek engineered components used in residential decking construction carry a limited lifetime warranty against rot or fungal decay, termites or insect damage, when installed following A.E.R.T. spanning and installation instructions and in compliance with applicable building codes and good construction practices.

Winner of EPA Environmental Excellence Award

Weyerhaeuser ChoiceDek is manufactured by Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies (A.E.R.T.). ChoiceDek is protected by U.S. Patent #5759680 and is covered under NER #596

Installation Tips

As with any building project, use proper eye and ear protection. Always follow local codes.

Tools— All you’ll need is a hammer, circular saw (carbide-tipped blade with fewer than 20 teeth is recommended), level, tape measure, rasp and chalk line (do not use red chalk).

Fasteners— We recommend #7 2-1/4" stainless steel trim-head screws for the decking and railing. If you do not want the screw heads to show on the deck boards use the following technique: Countersink the trimhead screw, run your thumb lightly over the hole, then tap with a hammer. This will cover the trim-head screw with decking material. Each post requires two 1/2" Carriage bolts 8" - minimum length-w/ 1-1/4" flat washer on back. Item #67357 GALV CARRIAGE BOLT 1/2" X 8"

Weyerhaeuser ChoiceDek is for decking and accessories only. It is not to be used as a structural material.

1. Lay out and install joists at either 16" on center (OC) when decking will be installed perpendicular to the joists, or 12" (OC) when deck boards will be installed diagonally or at an angle to the joists. Joists should be level.
2. Attach posts to decking frame. DO NOT NOTCH POSTS.The maximum distance from center of post to center of post is 72". Square and level posts.
   1. Block posts and attach to rim joists with 2 bolts (1/2" Carriage bolts 8" -minimum length- w/ 1-1/4" - flat washer on back)

      Bolt positions: The top bolt to be no more than 3" below the finished deck surface and the bolt spacing to be no less than 4 inches on center.

3. Install ChoiceDek® decking using 2-1/4" #7 stainless steel trim-head screws, two screws per board per joist recommended. Screws should be a minimum of 1/2" from the board end.
   1. Allow 1/8" (or greater) side-to-side spacing between deck boards. Allow 1/8" (or greater) end-to-end spacing between ends of boards (butt joints). If installing in freezing weather, leave 1/4" (butt joints).
   2. Cut deck boards to fit around post. Leave 1/8" gap between board and post.
   3. Staggering the butt joints on long decks usually improves the overall appearance of the finished deck. Some people also prefer a distinctive pattern for the deck boards. To achieve an interesting design install a pattern board which eliminates butt joints.
   4. Once the boards are in place, adjust the blade depth of your saw to match the thickness of your deck boards. Use a chalk line to mark your cut and go. To avoid staining the decking boards use blue carpenter’s chalk. Rasp the edges to finish.
4. Slip post collar over post onto deck if installing.