Waterproof Aluminum Decking

We like to get a faxed or emailed drawing from the customer showing the outside dimensions of the deck. This helps eliminate any confusion and allows us to lay out the decking for minimal to no waste. Please visit the Downloads link to download a deck design sheet to draw your deck on. Please visit our Contact page for contact information.

LockDry decking is available in 12’-2″ – 32’-2″ lengths in 2’ increments. It is also available up to 40’ if needed. Wood grain colors are only available up to 24’-2″ long.

Standard woodworking and power tools are all that you need. Most orders only require an electric drill with assorted drills and bits, tape measure, pencil, & a hacksaw. For cutting the decking, a blade for non-ferrous materials must be used. Example: DeWalt® DW3217 – 10″ 80T Non-Ferrous Metal Cutting Blade or equivalent. DeWalt® DW3229 – 12″ 80T Non-Ferrous Metal Cutting Blade or equivalent. Non-ferrous cutting blades can generally be purchased at local hardware or welding supply stores. We also stock 7 1/4″, 10″ & 12″ blades.

LockDry decking covers 6″ in width and is 1″ tall. The last board can be cut to width.

Yes. The decking can be installed on any standard sub-structure providing there is adequate pitch for drainage.

Proper slope: The deck framing needs to be sloped in the direction that water needs to drain. The decking also needs to run in the same direction. Minimum 1/8″ per foot slope is required.

Flatness: The framing needs to be flat and true with no major dips, rises, or waves.

LockDry is 2 lbs per square foot. About 1/2 the weight of wood and much stronger!

LockDry decking stays as cool or cooler than most wood, pvc and composite decks. Our powder-coat finish reflects heat combined with the heat dissipation properties of aluminum. It is recommended to have adequate air flow under the decking for maximum heat dissipation. Darker colors will be warmer than the lighter colors.

LockDry® decking is one of the most durable decking products available. Because of the aluminum construction, it is able to withstand extreme heat and cold. Aluminum has a working temperature of -400 to 400 degrees F. It is completely fire proof and has a melting point over 1200 degrees. LockDry aluminum decks will not freeze and crack because aluminum does not absorb water. They also have very low expansion and contraction characteristics because of the lack of water absorption.

Powder Coat is one of the strongest and most durable paint finishes available. Our finishes surpass requirements by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association AAMA-2604 specifications. Typical test requirements are 5 years of very minor color change or fade, 3000 hours of salt fog testing and humidity tests. In 20 years of use, we have yet to have the powder coating need refinishing due to wear.

Yes, a typical gutter used for a roof can be used.

We typically ship in stock decking products within 7 days. If we have to manufacture, lead time is usually 3-6 weeks. Shipping times vary. Most shipments take 1-5 business days.