How to Install Deck Boards: Border Techniques and Installing Hidden Fasteners

In this episode of the freestanding deck series, Mike Guertin has finished framing, taping, and wrapping the stairs around the deck, so it’s time for him to install the boards.

Mike starts by explaining how to install Trex Transcend Lineage decking with spacer blocks to ensure proper water drainage. He also shares how a handy fastener tool helps him make quick work of screwing everything into place.

Jump into the video:
00:34 - Install starter boards with spacer blocks
01:28 - Installing the Fascia Board
04:09 - ​​Getting proper measurements for deck boards
05:20 - Trex hideaway fasteners
08:00 - Installing final boarder boards

Thank you to our video series sponsor, Trex!

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