Q. What is Vinyl Decking?
A. Vinyl Decking is a Hi-Polymer material manufactured from a special high-impact, weather-resistant polyvinyl chloride compound. It is specially formulated for outdoor exposure where color and physical properties are important.

Q. Is Brock Deck or Sheerline made of recycled materials?
A. No. Our decking is an engineered vinyl formulation that includes ultraviolet inhibitors to shield it from the sun's harmful rays. Impact modifiers give added strength and impact resistance in all weather conditions, while preventing cracking, denting or splitting.

Q. What are the main feature/benefits of Vinyl Decking?
A. Vinyl Decking is a maintenance-free material that is durable, defies weathering, and never needs sealing, or painting. The nonporous surface cleans easily and resists stains. It stays cooler than composites, plastics, wood, or concrete deck and patio products in the summer sun and is weather resistant all year long. Vinyl decking is an ideal solution for the enhancement of residential, commercial and marine properties.

Q. Will the color of the Vinyl Deck change?
A. No. Our Decking has a higher concentration of UV inhibitors than premium vinyl siding. The white, tan, and gray colors chosen are consistent throughout the product profile. Our decking is non-porous and will not absorb moisture.

Q. Do Brock Deck & Sheerline Deck have a warranty?
A. Backed by over 45 years of manufacturing excellence, Brock Deck has a lifetime residential warranty and a twenty-year commerical warranty. The deck railing has a lifetime warranty (non-prorated) against warping, rotting, corroding, flaking, peeling, blistering or discoloration. Sheerline decking and railing is manufactured by L.B. Plastics and both have a lifetime warranty. As accelerated age testing is ongoing, the life expectancy for our decking is estimated to be at least 35 to 40 years. However, it should outlast us all!

Q. Is Vinyl Decking slippery when wet?
A. No. Our vinyl decking provides an excellent walking surface for shoes or bare feet. The grooved design pattern provides quick water drainage and excellent traction. Both products exceed UL standards for skid resistance.

Q. How do I keep Vinyl Decking Clean?
A. To keep Vinyl Decking looking like new, wash with a garden hose. If certain spills are allowed to dry (coffee, fruit juice, kerosene), it may be necessary to use a non-abrasive household cleaner to remove residue, then rinse with a hose.

Q. What happens to Vinyl Decking in cold weather?
A. Our Vinyl Decking performs well in all weather conditions, hot or cold.

Q. Is Vinyl Decking environmentally safe?
A. Yes. There are no toxic chemicals in our Vinyl Decking. They are safe and 100 percent
recyclable.

Q. What dimensions are the Vinyl Decking available in?
A. Brock Deck planks are 1 1/2" x 5 7/8" and are available in 4', 8', 12', 16' and 20' lengths. Sheerline planks are available in 12', 16' and 20' lengths and it comes in both 1.625" x 5.75" and 1.625" x 11.75".

Q. How is the Vinyl Decking fastened to the joists?
A. Both our Vinyl Deck kits offer a system using ordinary treated lumber (or any other suitable framing material) as a frame structure. Planks are held securely to the deck's under structure in a patented process using aluminum Clip-Strips, snap locks or "Z"strip attachments. Stainless steel screws are used to secure the attachments to wood, steel, or aluminum stringers. Brock Deck planks snap into the attachments leaving no exposed fasteners, while Sheerline decking utilizes interlocking flanges and also has no exposed fasteners.

Q. What tools do I need to work with Brock Deck?
A. A dead-blow hammer should be used to set Brock Deck planks into the Clip-Strip or Snap Lock attachments. Both Decking products can be straight or angle-cut and routed just like wood. When using a power saw, carbide blades are recommended, and don't forget your safety goggles.

Q. What joist spans should I plan for when using Vinyl Decking?
A. Our Decking's maximum span is 24 inches (however 16" is recommended). Joist spans should be 16 inches on center for residential applications. On long deck surfaces where plank ends are butted, double joists with 3-inch wide Snap Locks are used. Complete engineering specifications are available.

Q. Does Vinyl Decking require spacing between planks?
A. No. Use of Clip-Strip or "Z" strip attachment result in a uniform gap between planks.

Q. What is available to complete my Vinyl Deck project?
A. Our Vinyl Deck components include trim options such as T-Trim, L-Trim, C-Channel, plank end caps, rim joist covers, column cladding and numerous vinyl railing systems. All mounting accessories are available to complete any project. Illustrated installation guides and phone support is also available. If you have any additional questions please contact us at your convenience.

VINYL INFORMATION

With the gaining popularity in "PVC" decking and fencing it is necessary to understand what you are buying and the differences in the products available on the market today. Issues like ultraviolet protection, color retention, impact retention, proper use of co-extrusion, the company behind the product, etc., are all items that affect the quality, are important to the end user, and longevity of the product.

It is important to have UV (ultraviolet protection) in vinyl products that are intended for exterior applications. The UV additives work like a window shade and protect the vinyl from breaking down, becoming brittle and discoloring. An industry standard is set at 10pph UV additive, be sure the products you are considering have the necessary amount. 100% of our fence and deck products are produced with the 10pph UV protection using TIO2, the best available additive for vinyl fencing, Several companies are now offering color options. The proper technology is available today and can assure that a gray will stay gray, a white will stay white etc., but you must use that technology and not cut costs with cheaper color additives. Our products use only the very best proven color blends available today, and we are assured by certification that each rail car delivered meets our strict requirements.

In today's vinyl industry the manufacturing process of co-extrusion is becoming very popular in reducing material expense. The co-extrusion process in and of itself is a proven process and is very successful if used properly. All too often however, it is used to hide an inferior, sub-standard base material that the manufacturer can purchase at considerable savings i.e., post industrial scrap and post consumer scrap are common among the materials used. The outer layer will then be a quality material that can effectively hide the sub-standard base material. All too often the base material is lacking the necessary impact and UV additives to assure an end user of worry-free performance.

All our white, tan and gray products are 100 percent extruded out of the very best virgin vinyl compounds available in the fencing and decking industry. We also realize our responsibility to reduce the amount of scrap generated at our facility and practice a very aggressive regrind and reprocessing program.

Warranty issues are always on a consumer‚s mind when making large purchases of decking or fencing products. There are many flashy, highly promotionalized warranties on the market, but more importantly the consumer should look at the company behind the products. Questions like how long has the company been making vinyl products? How long has the company been in business and with what other products? What is their track record with those products?

We have a company behind us that has been in business since 1952, and has been manufacturing vinyl fencing since 1984, the beginning of the vinyl fence industry/market as we know it and vinyl decking since 1988 -- the beginning of the vinyl deck industry/market as we know it. The warranty for our Triple Crown Fencing products is a Lifetime warranty and for our Brock Vinyl decking it is 20 years. Our Sheerline decking and railing are both warranted for life.

Quality can often appear to be very subjective to the consumer and sometimes almost an elusive issue. As a consumer, nothing seems to speak louder and give the proof necessary like credible references and visiting a facility in your own area where the product is installed and being used. Please contact us for the installation nearest you.

FENCE FAQ

WHAT IS TRIPLE CROWN FENCE MADE OF?
The base ingredient of Triple Crown Fence products is PVC materials, which are first-run, virgin materials and are not applicable to any recycled materials or products.

IS IT RECYCLED PLASTIC AND DO YOU USE THE CO-EXTRUSION PROCESS?
Triple Crown Fence products are not co-extruded nor do they have any recycled material in them.

The use of the co-extrusion process is becoming very popular in reducing material expense; The co-extrusion process in and of itself is a proven process and is very successful if used properly. All too often, however, it is used to hide an inferior, sub-standard base material that the manufacturer can purchase at considerable savings. such as post industrial scrap and post consumer scrap.

The outer layer will then be a quality material that effectively hides the sub-standard base material. All too often the base material is lacking the necessary impact modifiers and UV additives to assure the end-user of worry-free performance.

WILL IT TURN YELLOW?
No. Royal Crown Limited's products contain 10 parts titanium dioxide (TIO2) which prevents ultraviolet degradation. Triple Crown Fence products carry a limited lifetime warranty.

WILL IT BREAK IN EXTREME (HOT/COLD) WEATHER?
Royal Crown Limited's products have been engineered to accommodate normal temperature swings and climate condition changes. It is normal to expand and contract during temperature changes. As with plastic, it becomes less flexible in colder weather conditions. However, unless subjected to unusual impact (sharp objects) it will not break.

WILL IT BURN?
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) possesses excellent fire performance properties and in particular will not burn once the source of heat or flame is removed. As measured by a standard test (ASTM D 1929) with a flash ignition temperature of 391 degrees Celsius, PVC is among the least easily ignitable polymers.

DOES IT CHALK?
Because of high quality mix that makes the Royal Crown limited product, a very light chalking can occur, which is a normal occurrence of any pigmented surface. Washed away by rain or normal weather changes this process basically self-cleans the product and keeps the surface looking like new.

WILL A WEED EATER SCRATCH OR HURT IT?
Experience shows that 7riple Crown Fence withstands routine proper maintenance including most types of weed eaters.

WHAT IS THE WARRANTY AND WHAT DOES IT COVER?
The fencing system carries a manufacturers limited lifetime written warranty stating the fence to be free of defects in material or workmanship that results in warping, rotting, corroding, flaking, peeling, blistering, or abnormal discoloration of surfaces.

HOW DO I CLEAN IT?
If cleaning is ever required the use of a non-abrasive liquid agent is normally sufficient. However, for more stubborn stains, a product similar to Soft Scrub may be helpful.

CAN I PAINT IT?
There should be no reason to paint your Triple Crown Fence product. If you decide to paint it you need to consult your local paint supplier for a two-part epoxy-based product, which would have to be repainted in time. Any painting of your Triple Crown Fence product voids the Limited Lifetime Warranty.

CAN I ADD A HOT WIRE ATTACHMENT?
Attachment for hot wire can easily be added to your Triple Crown Fence product.

What makes Royal Crown Limited vinyl better?
Royal Crown Limited has perfected a formula to ensure its lasting quality. The quality of the ingredients and the proportions are important. For example, Royal Crown Limited Fence uses 12 parts per 100 of Titanium Dioxide (Ti02) as a U.V. inhibitor. That is more than any other vinyl fence manufacturer uses and more than would be found in a premium vinyl siding. Vinyl siding companies do not use recycled materials because of the inability to produce a consistently superior quality product. They also use 100% virgin vinyl and monoextrude their profiles

So a thick wall on the profile is better?
Not necessarily. There are several heavy walled fence profiles on the market that contain low-grade fillers and are not a quality product. Wall thickness is only one element of quality. The vinyl formulation that gives the product strength, flexibility and protects it from the elements is the most important factor. TRIPLE CROWN Fence profiles have ample wall thickness without sacrificing the quality throughout the profile. Wouldn‚t you rather invest in a vinyl fence that doesn‚t skimp on the key ingredients?

How long has TRIPLE CROWN Fence been available?
TRIPLE CROWN Fence is an industry pioneer. In 1982, they began producing post & rail products for corrals, paddocks and pastures. Horse owners quickly recognized the safety benefits of a flexible, yet durable quality vinyl. They now offer dozens of attractive residential and agricultural styles.

What other features make TRIPLE CROWN Fence different?
Their patented Rail Locks. Most manufacturers notch the rail components, which can weaken the wall and potentially fail if someone or some thing collides into the fence. The TRIPLE CROWN Fence Rail Lock has proven to be exceptionally strong. The hidden Rail Lock eliminates the nails, screws or staples that eventually rust and fail.

Does TRIPLE CROWN Fence meet building code requirements?
Fence code requirements vary from community to community. TRIPLE CROWN Fence meets or exceeds national building code requirements but installers must be certain that the chosen style is appropriate for the application and meets community standards.