Transcript Advantages of DEK Drain

Advantages of DEK Drain
Introduction to DEK Drain
• DEK Drain is a premier deck drainage system
which keeps the area under a raised deck dry.
• DEK Drain creates new living space which can
be enhanced with finished ceilings, lighting,
fans, etc. or simply used for storage.
• Successful installations in all 50 states and 5
foreign countries.
Advantages of Patented System
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Works on both new and existing decks
Simple with only four basic parts
Withstands all weather conditions
Affordably priced
Environmentally friendly green product
Specially Designed Membrane
• All components are made from the same
specially designed rubber membrane.
• The DEK Drain material offers several
benefits vs. systems fabricated with metal
or plastic.
– Lower cost
– More flexible
– Longer lasting
– More eco-friendly
Enhanced Outdoor Living
• An elevated deck creates a lot of moist,
moldy and unusable space underneath.
• DEK Drain transforms this space into a
cozy and lively focal point of family life.
New Outdoor Space
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Finished ceilings
Recessed lighting
Fans
Fireplaces
Heat lamps
Hot tubs
Hammocks
Porch swings
Screened in porches
Sunrooms
Environmentally Friendly
• DEK Drain has been recognized by
inclusion in custom “green” homes.
• Efficient use of space is the first principle
of green building.
• Modest footprint requires fewer building
materials and less energy.
• Captures rainwater for other uses
• Reduces erosion
• Prevents growth of mold and mildew
Competing Systems
• Some deck drainage systems are built into
ready-made drop ceilings.
– Increases cost
– Limits design options
– Material, color and finish don't complement
natural ambiance
– Presents challenges when installing lighting
and fans
Advantages of Concealed System
• DEK Drain is virtually invisible after the
deck boards are installed. Our slogan is
“Now you see it, Now you don’t!”
• Panels are tucked up high in the bays of
the deck
• No limit on ceiling materials, finishes and
fixtures to create a spectacular outdoor
living space
Engineered for Success
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Pre-cut, self-forming panels
No measuring or gauging
Up to 30’ lengths (with no joints)
No caulk, no joints
Preserves deck by keeping framing dry
Parts of the DEK Drain System
The Flashing Strip channels water runoff from the
sidewall of the house into the panels.
The DEK Drain Panels
The panels are shaped like a trapezoid with one end wider than
the other. When the Panel is stapled to the joists, the additional
width automatically creates a descending trough providing the
required pitch to drain the water away from the house.
Cap Strips Provide Protection
After the Panels are stapled into place, the 4“ Cap strips are
centered and stapled on top of all the joists, covering the
overlapping edges of the Drain Panels. The Cap Strips divert
water away from the overlapped joint and into the Panels.
Bibs at the End of Each Panel
The Bibs direct the discharge from the drain panels into the
gutter.
Reverse Panels
Cantilevered decks require Reverse Panels to drain water from
the portion of the deck beyond the supporting beam, back
across the beam and into the main panels for collection
in the gutter.
Post Flashing Kits
When railing posts have been installed inside the deck frame,
they will obstruct the installation of the panels. DEK Drain post
flashing kits are used to seal the area around the posts and
avoid leaking. Post flashing kits provide both a boot and a
collar for complete protection.
Industry Leading System
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Extensive Support and Resources
Firm, WRITTEN Proposals
Prompt Flexible Delivery
Industry Leading Warranty