CAMO 43273863 Heavy Duty Polyolefin Deck Block Installation Guide

CAMO 43273863 Heavy Duty Polyolefin Deck Block

GET TO KNOW BLOCK

GETTING STARTED WITH BLOCK

Best Practice Installation
To build a strong foundation for your project that will last, follow the steps below.

Quick Installation
If you’re in a dry environment with level ground, you can opt to not use paver base and follow the steps below.

1. Remove grass and loose soil and place BLOCK on level, undisturbed ground

Installing on Uneven Surfaces
If you’re building on an uneven surface, you will need to dig out the ground to ensure BLOCK is sitting on a level surface. Never build up the footing beneath the BLOCK.

Deck Heights
You can use BLOCK to build deck substructures 51/2 in. to 30 in. tall. Always check with your local building code officials before starting any project. Freestanding decks 30 in. tall or less, and smaller than 200 square feet in size, typically do not require building permits.

BLOCK Spacing
Use CAMO BLOCK throughout various decking projects, spanning a maximum of 60 in. apart and joists spaced at 16 in. on center.

BLOCK INSTALLATION DONT’S

Do Not Bury
BLOCK is for above ground use only. It is NOT intended as a buried “footing pad” or for use for any other below ground application.

Do Not Stack
Multiple BLOCKS should NOT be stacked during installation to increase deck height.

Do Not Modify, Cut, or Manipulate BLOCK
Unlike concrete blocks that you’d likely have to chip out to make room for joists, you will never have to modify CAMO BLOCK before use—they are ready as is.Modifying BLOCK in any way, shape, or form may severely detract from its structural integrity and performance and will void the warranty. Failure to adhere to this may lead to damaged property, injury, or death.

LOW-PROFILE MAKING YOUR PLAN

Making a Plan

For a low-profile project, BLOCK will be at ground level, and you will simply run the joists through each BLOCK. Follow the instructions below to identify how many BLOCKS you’ll need for your project.

1. Identify the overall dimensions of the frame
2. Locate all joists 16 in. on center
3. You will need BLOCKS throughout spanning a maximum of 60 in. apart

Optional: Conceal BLOCKS Under the Deck

If you don’t want to see BLOCK in your finished project, follow these steps:

1. Remove the BLOCKS supporting the rim joists
2. Add wood blocking between the last row of BLOCKS and the rim joist, no more than 16” on center

LOW-PROFILE STEP-BY-STEP

STEP 1
Prepare the area where your BLOCKS will go.

STEP 2
Lay out each BLOCK where needed.

STEP 3
Box-in the frame, leveling and adjusting as you go.

STEP 4
Install all joists. For the best practice installation, use joist hangers.

STEP 5 (OPTIONAL)
Conceal BLOCKS by removing the BLOCKS supporting the rim joists and adding wood blocking between the existing BLOCKS andrim joist, no more than 16” on center.

STEP 6
Install the decking of your choice. Be sure to check out the full line of CAMO deck fasteners and tools to get the job done smarter, faster, easier, and better.

RAISED-PROFILE MAKING YOUR PLAN

Making a Plan
For a raised-profile project that’s 12–30 in. high, you will use posts, beams, and joists in your framing. Be sure to check local codes and load- bearing specifications for necessary beam locations. Follow the instructions below to identify how many BLOCKS you’ll need for your project.

1. Identify the overall dimensions of the frame
2. Using joist hangers, locate all joists 16 in. on center
3. Check local codes and structural specs to identify where your beams and posts will be located
4. You will need BLOCKS throughout spanning a maximum of 60 in. apart

RAISED-PROFILE STEP-BY-STEP

STEP 1
Prepare the area where your BLOCKS will go.

STEP 2
Starting on one side where your outer joist will be, place a BLOCK in each corner.

STEP 3
Place your posts and beam at the desired height taking into consideration the height of your joists and deck boards. Make sure everything is level.

• Connect your beam to the posts using a through-bolt or post-notch CAMO structural screw connection.

STEP 4
Place a BLOCK at each of the remaining corners. Set your posts and clamp a beamto hold it in place.

• Set your rim joist across both beams to ensure the frame is level.
• Connect the second beam to the posts using a through-bolt or post-notch CAMO structural screw connection.

STEP 5
Add additional BLOCK, post, and beams according to spacing and your local code requirements, ensuring they are level.

STEP 6
Finish building the frame by attaching the outer joists to the rim joists.

STEP 7
Install all joists. For the best practice installation, use joist hangers. Check local codes for beam to joist connections.

STEP 8
Install the decking of your choice. Be sure to check out the full line of CAMO deck fasteners and tools to get the job done smarter, faster, easier, and better.

VARIABLE-HEIGHT MAKING YOUR PLAN

Making a Plan
For a variable-height project, you will use posts, beams at various heights, and joists in your framing. Be sure to check local codes and load- bearing specifications for necessary beam locations.  Follow the instructions below to identify how many BLOCKS you’ll need for your project.

1. Identify the overall dimensions of the frame
2. Locate all joists 16 in. on center
3. Check local codes and structural specs to identify where your beams and post piers will be located
4. You will need BLOCKS along each post pier spanning a maximum of 60 in. apart

VARIABLE-HEIGHT STEP-BY-STEP

STEP 1
Prepare the area where your BLOCKS will go.

STEP 2
Starting at the lowest end of your project, place a BLOCK in each corner.

STEP 3
Place a rim joist between these two BLOCKS making sure it’s level.

STEP 5
Lift lower end of frame and slide so outer joists are supported by BLOCKS.

STEP 6
Attach the final outer joist to the rim joists to finish the frame.

STEP 7
With the frame in place, set all BLOCKS, posts, and beams according to spacing and local code requirements.

STEP 8
Install the joists on top of the beams.  For the best practice installation, use joist hangers. Check local codes for beam to joist connections.

STEP 9 (OPTIONAL)
Conceal BLOCKS by removing the BLOCKS supporting the rim joists and adding wood blocking between the existing BLOCKS and rim joist, no more than 16” on center.

STEP 10
Install the decking of your choice. Be sure to check out the full line of CAMO deck fasteners and tools to get the job done  smarter, faster, easier, and better.

HYBRID-PROFILE MAKING YOUR PLAN

Making a Plan
For a hybrid project, you will use posts, beams, and joists in your framing, in addition to yourconcrete footings. Be sure to check local codes and load-bearing specifications for necessary beam locations.  Follow the instructions below to identify how many BLOCKS you’ll need for your project.

1. Identify the overall dimensions of the frame
2. Locate all joists 16 in. on center
3. Check local codes and structural specs to identify where your beams and concrete footings would be located
4. You will need BLOCKS along each post pier spanning a maximum of 60 in. apart

HYBRID-PROFILE STEP-BY-STEP

STEP 1
Establish your concrete footings.

STEP 2
Prepare the area where your BLOCKS will go.

STEP 3
Place and level your first beam across two concrete footings. Repeat on the other side.

STEP 4
Place and level your rim joists and attach them to the beam.

STEP 5
Attach the outer joists to the rim joists to finish the frame.

STEP 6
Place BLOCKS and posts in between the concrete footings to install another beam.

STEP 7
Add remaining BLOCKS and posts  to the beams and secure using a through-bolt or post-notch CAMO structural screw connection.

STEP 8
With all posts and beams in place, install all joists. For the best practice installation, use joist hangers.

STEP 9
Install the decking of your choice. Be sure to check out the full line of CAMO deck fasteners and tools to get the job done smarter, faster, easier, and better.

BUILD YOUR DECK UP TO 5X FASTER
ANY DECK BOARD, SUBSTRUCTURE, DESIGN, OR DESIRED FINISH. CAMO® HELPS YOU BUILD BETTER.

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