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Safe Deck Building Procedures:

Always comply with building codes, which may regulate distances, foundation materials, spacing, loads, etc. Consult a professional for a high-level or cantilevered deck, or one over unstable soil or water. Minimize wood splitting by flattening nail points or drilling pilot holes. Follow the manufacturer's guidelines for tools and materials.

Material: DBT1Z - 18 gauge; DPT5Z, DPT7Z, DJT14Z - 14 gauge

Finish: ZMAX® finish; see Corrosion-Resistance.

Installation:

• Use specified HDG fasteners. See General Notes.
• DBT1Z Deck Board Tie: Position the DBT1Z with the locator prongs and install with a single 10dx1 1/2" HDG nail. Other edge of deck board shall be toenailed (see drawing). Using dry lumber will minimize deck board movement after installation. Works with 2x deck boards, 5/4 deck boards (pre-drilling may be required), or composite deck boards a minimum 1" thick (pre-drilling may be required). To check number of DBT1Z multiply number of joists by number of deck boards. The DBT1Z will not prevent cupping, bowing or warping of deck boards.
• DPT5Z, DPT7Z Deck Post Ties: Testing shows similar strength and deflection limits when compared with 4x4 posts attached to 2x8 rim joists with two 1/2" machine bolts placed 3 1/2" apart.
• DPT5Z and DPT7Z: Install in pairs at a recommended minimum center-to-center spacing of 5". Use two 3/8" through bolts and 10dx1 1/2" HDG nails for DPT5Z (5-10d commons for DPT7Z) per tie.
• Recommended: install on post and then attach to deck. Post size: DPT5Z, 2x4; DPT7Z, 4x4. Check with local building officials for minimum post spacing.
• DJT14Z Deck Joist Tie: Recommended: install on post first. Minimum 2x4 joist, 4x4 post.