Decking - grooved side up or down?
Hi all
I am going to build a deck which will be coverd to some degree but may get wet in some areas. What I would like to know is whether the grooved side of the decking (treated pine) is layed on the upside or are the grooves meant to be on the underside screwed to the bearers?:rolleyes:
I have asked this question of the timber supplier and others but I am getting conflicting advice. If anyone knows and knows why the grooves are one sided only, it would appreciated if you could tell me.:D
Thanks in advance
Donno
Thanks for the super response guys
Wow:D
there certainly are a few reasons for and against grooved side down or up. I have decided, and in fact have laid the decking groove side up. (Sorry to those advocating the opposite:( ). The deck is covered and is not likely to become damp at all so I really have no rotting problem. Yes I get leaves blown onto the deck and yes it is a pain in the @rse to sweep the leaves up as well as dog hair. However I tried a few strips of decking prior to screwing them into place and I liked the look of the grooves on the surface. I guess that is the best guide I would offer if anyone asks me the same question after reading all of your most welcome and highly respected responses.
Thanks for the information because it really assisted in ensuring any decision I made would not be too drastic.:)
Donno
OK, I'm convinced... But can I right a wrong?
I put the grooves on the decking timber face up three years ago. Any issues in taking them up and relaying. Thought using slightly thicker twistlock nails in the original holes wouls be OK...
Over to you learned folk.