Moisture Shield Decking

InsulBead is a proud supplier of Moisture Shield^tmquality decking products. Moisture Shield^tm is a durable, low-maintenance decking product that will hold up extremely well in areas that have unusually high exposure to the elements as well as moderate weather conditions.

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Benefits And Advantages

Excellent moisture resistance

Will not swell or delaminate

Slight width variation of ± 1/8" over the length of the decking

Self spacing for quick installation on pattern decks

Gap 1/8" for conventional decks

Allows for adequate drainage between boards

Unique anti-slip textured surface provides superior traction

Will not crack, splinter or check

Highly resistant to rot and termites

Over time and exposure to sunlight will fade to driftwood silver color similar to exterior cedar shake roof

20 year limited warranty against rot and termites

Raw Materials

Manufactured from a blend of low and high density polyurethane plastic compounded with steam-treated and pre-cleaned cedar fibers

Engineered for enhanced performance under the most demanding environmental conditions

Superior dimensional stability

Consistency

Materials free of external contaminants such as stones or metal which can cause stress points and fractures

Highly moisture resistant will not swell, flake or delaminate

Non-Toxic, Safe, Environmentally Friendly

Does not require chemical dipping or preservatives, water treatment/sealing or staining

Chemical Resistance

Highly resistant to most chemicals used in household and outdoor environment

Technical Specifications

Low coefficient of lineal thermal expansion and contraction
Lengths up to 16 feet
Installation at temperatures below freezing is not recommended
If installed at temperatures less than 50° gap ends to allow for thermal expansion
A surface temperature increase from 75° to 115° could cause the material to expand slightly greater than 1/16" over 12' due to thermoplastic composition
Not recommended for beams, joists, structural spanning or primary load bearing members
Not recommended to exceed 16" centers on decking spans. Improper spanning will automatically void warranty

Working With Moisture Shield Material

Cutting & Drilling

Carbide saw blades, router bits, and drill bits are recommended

Thin blades of less than 20 teeth wear longer and do not heat up as easily

Safety glasses or goggles are recommended when cutting or drilling

Fastening & Nailing

#16d hot dipped galvanized casing nails work well

More dense than wood, requires more force to nail

Air nail with 16d spiral shank galvanized nails with slightly higher air pressure

Maze small head spiral shank nails #s-2591-s work well

Galvanized or stainless steel deck screws offer superior fastening and holding power

Sanding or Planing

Plastic type sanding belts are recommended

Carbide blades are recommended

A wood rasp or Stanley Surform rasp works well for smoothing

Painting & Gluing

Weathers to a driftwood silver color without stains or paints

Stains and paints will adhere well after natural weathering or flame treating of the surface

Can be glued with many glues such as Corilla premium Glue, PPG's Trim-bond HC4790 contact adhesive, or similar brands

Composed of cedar fibers which are encapsulated in plastic

Do not use glues such as methyl ethyl ketone which are harmful to plastic

Cleaning

Pressure washing will remove most dirt and grease

Most stains can be removed with household cleaners such as 409, TSP, or Clorox

Using a recommended cleaner, stubborn stains or burns can be bleached with Clorox or may require light sanding