Installation Guide
DeckWise
®
JoistTape
™
is a malleable polyethylene
waterproof wood ashing material. It is made of
a rubberized asphalt mastic adhesive. Apply to
decking joists, around deck support posts and over
ledger boards.
Intended Uses
• Joists
• Posts
SURFACE PREPARATION:
All surfaces to receive DeckWise
®
Joist Tape
™
must be clean, dry, and free from oil, grease and
debris. DeckWise
®
Joist Tape
™
should be applied
only when temperatures are 35°F or warmer. In
colder temperatures, or for dicult applications,
use construction grade spray adhesive. Aach with
staples if necessary.
STEP 1 - Cut Joist Tape To Length
Unroll enough JoistTape
™
to match the span of
the joist you are covering. Allow for 3/4" of tape
overhang on each end. Cut the JoistTape
™
to length.
Long joist spans should be taped before shorter ones.
NOTE: On double joists, cut JoistTape
™
to length and
overlap the parallel joists at least 1/2" to 3/4".
See Double JoistTape™ instructions.
STEP 2 - Peel Off Backing
Peel o the release liner backing and begin adhering
the JoistTape
™
to one end of the joist.
STEP 3 - Apply JoistTape
TM
JoistTape
™
must overlap any previous tape on
adjoining joist runs and/or any ledger board side
edges must have an overlap. Slightly stretch the
JoistTape™ to avoid wrinkles and press the self-
adhesive side down as you move along the length.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Joisttape
™
JoistTape
™
DeckWise® • The Ipe Clip® Fastener Company, LLC • 2111 58th Ave. E, Bradenton, FL 34203
Phone: 941-896-9851 • Email: info@DeckWise.com • Web: www.DeckWise.com
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