Proper planning of your deck is critical to the final result.
Make sure your deck is even when you lay it out ready to put the boards on. Getting your first boards laid correctly will ensure the result is a great looking deck.
This video shows you the best way to assemble and install your 90mm Merbau Decking using the KlevaKlip method.
Using KlevaKlip provides the aesthetic appeal of a nail-free deck.
Things to remember:
The Merbau clip relies on the teeth locking into the board by means of a fixing tool which is in every box of clips. The direction of the uprights of the clip signals the direction to lay your boards
We strongly recommend the first row is laid with the uprights pointing towards the front of the deck.
Make sure KlevaKlips sit squarely on the outside joists when positioning the overhang for the front full deck board and fascia. Note: the recesses on the sides of the clips are set at a width of 45mm to assist with positioning the clip squarely on standard 45mm joists. Full deck board widths are recommended at the front of your deck and once this is obtained, place your other KlevaKlip's on the end joists towards the house to check squareness of your deck and to ensure the last deck board width against the house is not too narrow.
If you are using stainless steel clips, it is essential that you use stainless steel fixings. Note: The special "knuckle nails" will not penetrate steel joists. Therefore before fixing the clip onto steel joists, simply turn it upside down and simply knock the knuckle nail straight.
When fixing onto Steel Joists, although it is not mandatory when using Galvanised clips, we believe its good practice to apply a thin coating of polyurethane adhesive to the top of your joists. When using stainless steel clips on galvanised joists this is absolutely essential to separate both surfaces as galvanised steel and stainless steel react to each other.
The Merbau Clip Has Been Designed To Fit 90mm Kiln Dried Merbau/Kwila. The Clip Will Perform At Its Optimum For Merbau That Is Sized Between 89.5 And 90.5mm. Merbau Consistently Sized Outside Of This Range May Prove Unsuitable For Use This This Clip, As May Other Types Of Hardwoods (Eg: Yellow Balau).
It Is Essential To Read And Follow The Steps Listed In This "How To" Fixing Instruction Manual Prior To Installing The KlevaKlip System
KlevaKlip Is Not Suitable For Non-Square Decks Or Irregular Joist Heights.
Knuckle Nails At The Ends Of The Clips Are For Temporary Fixing Only And Must Be Supported By Screws/Nails Along The Clip To Provide Permanent Fix Of The Clips To Your Joists.
Boards That Are Significantly Undersized, Oversized Or Have Bends/Bows/Warps In Excess Of 10mm For Every 2.5 Metres In Length Are Unsuitable For Use With This Clip.
The Special Fixing Tool (Provided With Every Box Of Clips) Is Designed To Straighten The "Upright" Of The Clip To A Vertical Position As It Fixes The Teeth Into The Board.
The KlevaKlip Top-Fix Clip Is Designed To Suit Timber Or Metal Joists RHS 40mm- 50mm Or Larger In Width.
Whilst The Fixing Of The Boards Into The KlevaKlip Is Fast And Will Save Time Over Conventional Hand Fixing, It Is Important That Extreme Care Is Taken In Installing Your First Row Of KlevaKlip's. This Will Govern The Straightness Of Your Deck.
For Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) Joists Please Check With Your Supplier For Suitability
Not Suitable For F14 Unseasoned Hardwood Joists Due To High Shrinkage Rates
Please Ensure All The KlevaKlip's Are Clean, Sound, Dry And Free Of Oil Or Grease. Thoroughly Remove All Loose Particles And Dust Prior To Fixing
Using Lysaght Firmlok Steel Joists
Board Replacement
The following video on Merbau clipboard replacement will help you get the job done quickly and help reduce costly mistakes.
