Build a Trex Transcend Deck Package

Figuring and Installing Trex Transcend decking:

Transcend decking: Use 2.2 linear feet of decking per square foot of deck (board width+gap width is 5.625")

Face Screws

Figure 1.5 screws per linear foot of decking when joists are 16" on-center, or 2 screws per linear foot when joists are 12" on-center

Collated face screws for faster installation

Hidden fasteners for Transcend decking

Tiger Claw Metal Hidden Fasteners:

Hideaway Reinforced Plastic Clips:

Starter Clips:
On the first and last grooved boards of the deck, you can use starter clips or plugs+screws to fasten those boards in place.

Camo Hidden Fastening Clips:

For decking running at an angle to the joists:

For decking running perpendicular to the joists:

Cortex plug-and-screw hidden fasteners

Figure 1.5 screws per linear foot of decking when joists are 16" on-center, or 2 screws per linear foot when joists are 12" on-center. 

Also used on stair treads and borders when matching the hidden fastener look on the main deck area

Hidden Edge Fasteners for Trex decking

Edge Screws:

Figure 1.5 screws per linear foot of decking when joists are 16" on-center, or 2 screws per linear foot when joists are 12" on-center

When using grooved decking with edge screws, use groove bit below:

Collated edge screws

Figure 1.5 screws per linear foot of decking when joists are 16" on-center, or 2 screws per linear foot when joists are 12" on-center

Transcend fascia and risers:

Transcend Fascia can be installed with standard fascia screws, or screws with a plug

Figure 3 screws per 12" of fascia, or 2 screws per 12" on risers

Standard screw packs come with screws, driving bit, and pre-drill bit

Cortex for Transcend Fascia come with screws, plugs, pre-drill bit, and driving bit