Watco FRP Decking Strips
FRP DECKING STRIPS
FRP DECKING STRIPS
SKU:C380229
Wood Decks And Ramps Can Become Hazardous From Water Or Algae In Shady Or Damp Conditions.
FRP Decking Strips Create Instant Non Slip Safety For Wet And Slippery Wood Decking. These Fiberglass Anti Slip Decking Strips Work On More Than Just Wood .
Wood decks and ramps can become hazardous from water or algae in shady or damp conditions. FRP Decking Strips create instant non slip safety for wet and slippery wood decking.
These Fiberglass Anti Slip Decking Strips work on more than just wood though. They also work on concrete, brick, stone and metal. They can even be cut to size to work on steps or bleachers.
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PRODUCT TYPE
Paint Spray
USAGE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
Exterior
SUITABLE FOR
- Wood
- Brick
- Stone
- Metal
- Concrete
DETAIL
Waterproof and rot proof - ideal for wood that regularly gets wet
USE
Made for interior and exterior applications; ideal for heavy wear areas
PTV TEST READING DRY
76
PTV TEST READING WET
70
AVAILABLE
Available in black or sand colors and in extra coarse or medium grit grades
MADE FRP
Made from Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP)
TRIMMING
A good quality jigsaw or hacksaw can be used for trimming.
FRP DECKING STRIPS
These are generally supplied pre-drilled by us. We use a number 10 drill and a number 8 screw. The larger hole size allows for any slight movement that may possibly arise due to the long, thin shape of this particular product. If any additional screw fi xings are required, please use a number 10 drill and number 8 screw. Mastic Adhesive is not required with the Decking Strips.
SAFETY EDGE FRP
Drill holes approximately 2" in from each edge and thereafter at approximately 12-16" intervals.
FITTING
Lay the items in place to ensure that they fi t. Trim using a jigsaw with medium cutting blades (Bosch TI01 AIF or similar are ideal)
FRP LANDING COVERS & FRP SHEET
Fixings should again be approximately 1/2" in from the edges. Additional fi xings at 24" intervals.
DOWNLOAD
ā Data Sheet
GRIT TYPE
ExtremeCore
SAFETY
Gloves are recommended when handling FRP. A dust mask and goggles should be used when cutting the product. Wear gloves when using Mastic Adhesive and Polyurethane Adhesive. Safety Data Sheets are available for the adhesives. All products are available direct from Watco Industrial Flooring.
ATTACHMENT
The following may be used as a guide. To timber: 1-1/4" No.8 zinc plated or stainless steel screws. To steel plate: 3/4" No.8 x self-tapping pan head Pozi stainless steel screws or 3/4" No.8 x self drilling pan head Philips zinc plated screws. To concrete: 1-1/4" No.8 zinc plated or stainless steel impact anchors. To open mesh: Stainless steel or zinc plated saddle clips and domed head bolts suitable in length for the depth of the existing treads.
SIZE
Two standard sizes: 47" x 2" & 47" x 3-1/2"
MOHS HARDNESS SCALE
9
IDEAL FOR
Industrial Premises
SHEET THICKNESS
5mm - 7mm with Grit
TRAFFIC LEVEL
Heavy
TRIMMED
Can be trimmed on site using a hacksaw if required
TRIP
Beveled edges minimize trip hazards
SCREWS
Simple, pre-drilled screw-in solution (screws included)
USE AERA
Suitable for decking, walkways, bridges, marine piers, etc. (unsuitable for barefoot areas)
SURFACE PREPARATION
Very little preparation of the substrate is required. It should be reasonably clean and dry if only the Mastic Adhesive is used. Badly dished or holed concrete etc should ideally be fi lled. Mastic Adhesive will take up minor undulations and imperfections.
COUNTERSINKING
When drilling holes in the FRP we do not recommend countersinking. When the screw is screwed down fi rmly, the screw head becomes embedded in the surface texture. The top of the screw head should be fl ush with the surrounding surface and therefore not present a trip hazard.
DRILLING
Hold the FRP in place and drill through the panel and into the substrate. A rawl plug will probably be required in a concrete base. The drill hole in the FRP does not need to be larger than that drilled into the substrate, (except if drilling Decking Strips, see below).
COLOR
- Black
- Sand
TYPE
- Extra Coarse
- Grit Medium Grit
FRP STEP COVERS
Drill two holes at each end of the Step Cover, one approximately 5/8" in from the back edge and 1/2" in from the side. The second hole should be approximately 1/2" in from the side and on the line where the black tread meets the yellow or white nosing. It is unlikely that the Step Covers will require additional fi xings in the middle of the tread, (unless the tread is over 6 ft. long).
MASTIC ADHESIVE
After drilling holes in the FRP, turn the panel over and apply the Mastic Adhesive. (The 10 oz. tube fi ts into a standard caulk gun, also available from ). Apply a 1/4" bead around the periphery of the FRP panel and in horizontal stripes at approximately 8" intervals. Immediately press the FRP panel fi rmly into place. The Mastic Adhesive will generally have achieved a good bond within 2-4 hours in normal drying conditions. If the Mastic Adhesive is to be the only method of fi xing, please ensure that a good bond has been achieved before re-opening the area for use. As a guide one 310 ml tube of Mastic Adhesive is suffi cient for any one of the following: Step Covers, Landing Covers, Safety Edge FRP and Sheets.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Mastic Adhesive is ideal since it will make up minor deviations in the substrate and prevent the FRP drumming or rocking. Mastic Adhesive should be applied to sound, clean dry surfaces if it is to be the only method of fi xing in lightly traffi cked areas. If application is to damp, dirty or friable surfaces or in very cold weather, use Mastic Adhesive to bed the FRP item into place and then screw at 24" intervals. Drilling through the FRP is easy using a standard twist drill suitable for wood or metal. Countersinking is not required (see below). Screw fi xing should also be used if the FRP is likely to be traffi cked before the Mastic Adhesive has set.
HOW TO APPLY
SURFACE PREPARATION
If you need to cut the FRP Decking Strips, a good quality abrasive disc, jigsaw or hacksaw can be used. The FRP material is quite tough to cut by hand, so if power tools are not readily available, please ask about our cut to size service.
APPLICATION
Pre-position the piece of Decking Strip in place to ensure the fit. Trim if needed. The Fiberglass Decking Strips are supplied pre-drilled by us. We use a #10 drill and a #8 screw. The larger hole size allows for any slight movement that may arise due to the long, thin shape on timber which can flex or expand. If any additional screw fixings are required, please use a #10 drill and #8 screw.
SCREW SIZE GUIDE
If mechanical fixing is required, the following may be used as a guide:
-To timber: No.8 x 30mm zinc plated or stainless steel screws. -To steel plate: No.8 x 20mm self-tapping pan head Pozi stainless steel screws or No.8 x 20mm self drilling pan head Philips zinc plated screws. -To concrete: No.8 x 30mm zinc plated or stainless steel impact anchors. -To open mesh: Stainless steel or zinc plated saddle clips and domed head bolts suitable in length for the depth of the existing treads.
