Many homeowners spend time and money making their gardens look great by investing in a deck, but with aesthetics at the forefront of their mind, what’s beneath the surface can get forgotten, leading to problems later down the line. Using Trex Protect joist tape to shield the deck’s substructure from moisture ensures you’ll deliver a deck that stands the test of time.
Trex Protect is a butyl-based joist, beam and rim tape that is designed to protect decking substructures from moisture penetration. It holds longer and stronger than acrylic or asphalt-based tape and won’t bleed or dry out. Here’s why Trex Protect joist tape is a smart, simple and cost-effective addition to every substructure.
Protects from moisture
If a timber substructure is not properly protected, it can start showing signs of splitting, rotting and decay in as little as eight years. Applying Trex Protect to the tops of joists, rim joists, ledger boards and beams prevents water from penetrating the substructure.
Holds screws in place longer
Applying a butyl-based tape on top of joists and beams effectively seals deck fasteners and helps screws hold longer and stronger. This is because, as well as preventing moisture penetration, the tape defends against splitting of the wood caused by seasonal freezing and thawing.
Easy to apply
Joist tapes typically come in a peel-and-stick format, making them easy to install. Because it lies directly on the boards, Trex Protect also involves minimal overlap, meaning fewer cuts are needed. Better yet, it has a non-skid surface, making it safer to walk across during application.
Strong return on investment
Adding a deck to a home is a smart investment which adds to the resale value, particularly if high-quality boards like TrexÒ are used. Using a deck joist tape that helps extend the life of a substructure – especially one like Trex Protect, which itself is backed by a 25-year warranty – safeguards this investment over the long term.
Affordable
A 12ft x 24ft deck will require only need a few rolls of joist tape, with a total cost of around £120 – a tiny sum to protect the foundations of a high-quality deck from moisture damage and decay.
Trex Protect is available in three widths for joists, double bearers and rim joists, at trexprotect.com/uk/
