DeckALL skirting can be installed by various methods depending on preference and deck size and configurations.
First determine the method of frame or supports that may be required for your deck.
Here are some options:
- Skirting can be attached directly to the face board of deck using corner supports to wrap skirt around deck. (See vertical support suggestion in #2)
- Build vertical supports by screwing a 24″ 2 x 4 under the deck and then add a 2 x 4 to sit flush with the front of the face board that will end 1 to 2 inches from the ground. These vertical supports should be spaced at least every 4 feet.
- Build a full frame by using 2 x 4’s again with vertical supports spaced at least every 4 feet. We suggest that you keep the frame up from the ground 1 to 2 inches.
* For larger, higher decks, we recommend using a frame as described in option 2 or 3. This will allow the mesh fabric to be pulled tightly around supports/frame for a tight, clean finished look.
To install skirting:
- Measure height required for skirting and add 1 to 2 inches for a folded edge at top. The skirting should finish at a length that is slightly off the ground.
- Measure the length that is required (fabric can be cut into panels to end at the corners or stairs.)
- Cut the fabric to size using sharp scissors.
Fold over at top edge and fasten to face board using a staple gun, pulling fabric so it is tight and wrinkle free. The skirting is easier to install with 2 people, having one person pulling fabric tight while the other follows attaching.
