COMPOSITE CLADDINGINSTALLATION MANUAL

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TECHNICAL INFORMATIONREAD PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

Select the location of your cladding carefully having regard for privacy, sun, shade and wind. Consider the nature of exit and entry to the home. For all cladding property owners should satisfy themselves as to whether planning regulations apply.

If you are unsure, always contact your local planning office to discuss your intentions.

When handling and processing Senate Composites products always wear gloves, eye protection and work in a well ventilated area.Always wash your hands after handling Senate Composites products, especially before smoking or eating. Wear eye protection when pressure washing or scrubbing the Cladding . Keep children and animals away from the work area until the job has been completed and the tools have been stored in a

safe place. When cutting, planing or sanding our products, be aware that the creation of dust and noise will occur. We recommend that all operatives carrying out these tasks wear suitable P.P.E. including gloves, eye protection, dust masks and ear defenders.

Senate Composites cladding should be stored indoors. Full details on how to store are available upon request. If the product has no option other than to be stored outdoors, the cladding should be kept in a covered area to prevent exposure to direct sunlight and weathering.

The area should be free draining, have good ventilation and be free from moisture with boards supported on level bearers at 300mm centres.

PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

STORAGE

CLADDING INSTALLATION MANUAL:LIST OF TOOLS REQUIRED

Prior to installing your cladding, we recommend the below tools to ensure you have everything to hand to make the process run quickly and smoothly.

Circular Saw

Screwdriver Bitsuitable for a

4.2mm diameter screwSpiritLevel

Other Tools Required:

Spirit LevelTape MeasurePencilChalk LineWork GlovesSafety GlassesDust MaskHearing Protection

Cordless Drill / Screwdriver

T O O L S R E Q U I R E D T O I N S TA L L Y O U R C L A D D I N G

CLADDING INSTALLATION MANUAL:GROUND PREPARATION

When designing your cladding please make note of the joist spacing in your frame. Composite wood behaves differently to traditional timber, hence for different spacings than you may be used to.

1. Fix minimum 120mm wide battens at 500mm centres on a flat surface using expansion screws. Battens should be the opposite way to the intentions of the cladding.

2. Fix Starter Clips to the battens at least 16mm from edges. Ensure the cladding will be level prior to fixing.

3. WPC boards will expand & contract at a rate of around 0.3% to 0.5% of the boards length.

F I X I N G T H E J O I S T S

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Starter Clips

Before installing your cladding, decide on one of the below designs to design your layout to. Expansion prediction is crucial when it comes to composite cladding. If you need any advice please let us know prior to commencing the job.

CLADDING INSTALLATION MANUAL:CONCEALED CLIP FORMATIONS

HORIZONTAL LAYOUT VERTICAL LAYOUT

This option is suitable for horizontally clad installations where expansion at either end of the board is to be equidistant.

This option is suitable for vertically clad installations where expansion can be allowed for at the top of the fascia.

A metal drip tray is recommended to prevent boards from sliding down.

STARTER CLIP

STAINLESS STEEL CONCEALED CLIP

LOCKING CLIPCLIP TYPE KEY

BUTTING BOARDS TOGETHER

5. Leave a 40mm gap between the butting of boards. Slot the cover in the centre of the gap and screw in place as shown above. Use sealant if required.

90° CORNER ANGLE

4. Leave a 15mm gap between the final cladding board and edge. Screw the 90° Angle into place as shown above. Screw holes must always be pre drilled at 90% of width of screw.

Starter Clips Starter Clips

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Always Pre Drill

If you need any advice please let us know prior to commencing the job.

DECKING INSTALLATION MANUAL:LAYING A FRAMED DECK

STEP ONE: LAYING THE JOISTS STEP TWO: LAYING THE DECK BOARDS

1. Lay and secure your joists at the suitable centres as per page 4 along the opposite way to the main deck board body.

2. At the corner, lay 2 shortened joists with a 10mm gap cut to a 45° angle. (See 2 on above diagram)

3. Lay another joist 150mm alongside the lower most joist. This will support the framing board. (See 3 on diagram)

4. Lay another joist 10mm away from the last. This will support the edge of the main deck body. (See 4 on diagram)

5. Repeat on the remainder of the corners applicable.

6. Measure out lengths required. Cut your framing boards / Step Boards to 45°.

7. Secure Starter/Finisher Clips at 300mm intervals along the lengths of the outside edge of the subframe.

8. Clip in your cut boards into the Starter Clips to make the frame.

9. Secure Starter/Finisher Clips to the two sides where the main body will have short sides against the frame.

10. Lay the main body of the deck as previous pages.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATIONCOMPOSITE DECKING STEPS

EDGING TRIM

20mmEdging Trim (Decorative Use Only)

Screw the Edging Trim into the joists of the long edge of exposed deck boards.

Trim designed for decorative non walkway edges. For walkway edges use Step Board (see above.

Finishing Trim ForNon Step / Non Walking Edge

Lay your final joist with a 20mm over hang to allow for expansion. Pre-drill and screw the 90° angle directly into the joist.

Trim designed for decorative non walkway edges.

If you need any advice please let us know prior to commencing the job.

DECKING INSTALLATION MANUAL:LAYING A FRAMED DECK

STEP ONE: LAYING THE JOISTS STEP TWO: LAYING THE DECK BOARDS

1. Lay and secure your joists at the suitable centres as per page 4 along the opposite way to the main deck board body.

2. At the corner, lay 2 shortened joists with a 10mm gap cut to a 45° angle. (See 2 on above diagram)

3. Lay another joist 150mm alongside the lower most joist. This will support the framing board. (See 3 on diagram)

4. Lay another joist 10mm away from the last. This will support the edge of the main deck body. (See 4 on diagram)

5. Repeat on the remainder of the corners applicable.

6. Measure out lengths required. Cut your framing boards / Step Boards to 45°.

7. Secure Starter/Finisher Clips at 300mm intervals along the lengths of the outside edge of the subframe.

8. Clip in your cut boards into the Starter Clips to make the frame.

9. Secure Starter/Finisher Clips to the two sides where the main body will have short sides against the frame.

10. Lay the main body of the deck as previous pages.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATIONCOMPOSITE DECKING STEPS

EDGING TRIM

20mmEdging Trim (Decorative Use Only)

Screw the Edging Trim into the joists of the long edge of exposed deck boards.

Trim designed for decorative non walkway edges. For walkway edges use Step Board (see above.

Finishing Trim ForNon Step / Non Walking Edge

Lay your final joist with a 20mm over hang to allow for expansion. Pre-drill and screw the 90° angle directly into the joist.

Trim designed for decorative non walkway edges.

DECKING INSTALLATION MANUAL:MAINTENANCE & DISCLAIMER

Regularly use a brush and hot soapy water to wash Senate Composites WPC. For water stains or any marks caused by birds, berries or leaves, use a soft cleaning detergent to wash off. For harder stains such as marks containing dyes that leave permanent stains, clean the surface using wire wool or

sandpaper lightly to carefully remove. If using a power washer to clean your product, keep a distance of at least 30cm from the boards. Do not use solvent based materials on Senate Composites WPC. Do not stain, oil or paint any Senate Composites WPC without guidance.

As with any product that is meant for outdoor use, scratches and acts of nature will inevitably occur. If this does happen a high grain sandpaper can be used to remove the scratch with no detrimental effect to the longevity and performance of the decking.

Senate Composites’s composite products will fade due to sun bleaching over time. As our composite wood is a man made recycled product, colour variations are to be expected. Our warranty does not cover colour fade, discolouration or water marks, or stains on our products.

On deliveries colour variations may occur in different batches.

The information given in this publication is based on those guidelines for installation on domestic properties. Commercial decks require more robust design, materials and construction to deal with the loads placed on them and are not covered by the guidance in this brochure.

Senate Composites installation manuals are designed as a general guide. They may not cover every installation scenario envisaged. Since each installation is unique; the installation method used and/or the actual installation and its actual performance are the sole responsibility of the installer.

Senate Composites recommends that all designs be reviewed by a licensed architect or engineer before installation. Please ensure your plan and/or design meets building regulations and permission before you begin installation.

If you are unsure of the best practices, please use suitably qualified personnel to prevent injuries or accidents.

DISCLAIMER

MINOR DAMAGE

MAINTENANCE

COLOUR EXPECTANCY

SENATE COMPOSITES LTD:CONSUMER TERMS & CONDITIONS

Senate Composite LtdRegistered in England and Wales No 09858850

Registered Office Address: Senate House, Unit 4 Senate Place, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 4QS, UK

1. ApplicationThese Terms and Conditions shall apply to the purchase of the goods (“Goods”) by you (“Buyer”) from SENATE COMPOSITE LTD of Senate House, 4 Senate Place, Stevenage, Herts. SG1 4QS (“Seller”). No other terms and conditions shall apply to the sale of the Goods unless agreed upon in writing between the Buyer and Seller.

2. Goods2.1 The description of the Goods is as set out in the Seller’s brochure and confirmed in a quotation. In accepting the quotation the Buyer acknowledges that it does not rely on any other representations regarding the Goods save for those made in writing by the Seller. No descriptions of the Goods set out in the Seller’s brochure shall be binding on the Seller and are intended as a guide only.2.2 The Seller reserves the right to make any changes in the specification of the Goods which are required to conform to any applicable safety or other statutory or regulatory requirements.

3. Price3.1 The price (“Price”) of the Goods shall be that set out in the Seller’s price list current at the date of the Buyer’s order or such other price as may be agreed in writing by the Seller and the Buyer. The Price shall be confirmed in a quotation.3.2 If the cost of the Goods to the Seller increases due to any factor beyond the Seller’s control including, but not limited to, material costs, labour costs, alteration of exchange rates or duties, or changes to delivery rates, the Seller reserves the right to increase the Price prior to delivery.3.3 Any increase in the Price under sub-Clause 3.2 shall only take place upon the Seller informing the Buyer of the increase in writing.3.4 The Price is exclusive of fees for packaging and transportation / delivery.3.5 The Price is exclusive of any applicable VAT and other taxes or levies which are imposed or charged by any competent authority.

4. Basis of Sale4.1 The Seller’s employees or agents are not authorised to make any representations concerning the Goods unless confirmed by the Seller in writing. In entering into the Contract the Buyer acknowledges that it does not rely on, and waives any claim for breach of, any such representations which are not so confirmed.4.2 Any advice or recommendation given by the Seller, or its employees or agents to the Buyer, or its employees or agents, as to the storage, application or use of the Goods which is not confirmed in writing by the Seller is followed or acted upon entirely at the Buyers own risk and accordingly the Seller shall not liable for any such advice or recommendation which is not so confirmed.

4.3 No variation to these Terms and Conditions, or to the Contract, shall be binding unless agreed in writing between the authorised representatives of the Buyer and the Seller.4.4 Sales literature, price lists and other documents issued by the Seller in relation to the Goods are subject to alteration without notice and do not constitute offers to sell the Goods which are capable of acceptance.4.5 Any typographical, clerical or other accidental errors or omissions in any sales literature, quotation, price list, acceptance of offer, invoice or other document or information issued by the Seller shall be subject to correction without any liability on the part of the Seller.4.6 Any quotation is valid for a period of 30 days only from the date shown overleaf unless expressly withdrawn by the Seller at an earlier time.4.7 The Buyer’s order is not confirmed and delivery cannot be arranged until full payment is received by the Seller.

5. Payment5.1 Following the Buyer’s acceptance of the quotation, the Buyer shall make payment to the Seller prior to delivery of goods.5.2 Payment must be made by the Buyer notwithstanding that delivery may not have taken place and / or that the property in the Goods has not passed to the Buyer.5.3 We accept payment by bank transfer, debit or credit card, PayPal or cheque (cheque payment takes a little longer to process). Payment by credit card and Paypal will incur additional 2.5% and 3.4% surcharge respectively. Credit card surcharge and PayPal fee are not refundable.5.4 Receipts for payment will be issued by the Seller only at the Buyer’s request.5.5 All payments must be made in Pounds Sterling unless otherwise agreed in writing between the Seller and the Buyer.

6. Stock Availability6.1 All offers to supply goods from stock are subject to the goods being available at the time of receipt by the Seller of the Buyer’s order.6.2 Where the order is not in stock at the date of receipt of the Buyer’s order, then this contract shall not be binding upon the Seller unless and until the goods have been safely delivered to the Seller’s premises.

7. Delivery7.1 Delivery of the Goods shall be made by the Seller delivering the Goods to the place in the United Kingdom specified in the Buyer’s order and/or the Seller’s acceptance and/or the Contract as the location to which the Goods are to be delivered by the Seller or, if no place of delivery is so specified, by the Buyer collecting the Goods at the Seller’s premises at any time during normal opening hours after the Seller has notified the Buyer that the Goods are ready for collection.7.2 Any time stated in respect of delivery is given in good faith but is by way of estimation only and is not binding on the Seller. The Seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect loss arising from non-delivery or delay in delivery as a result of any cause beyond the Seller’s reasonable control. The Buyer shall have no right to cancel any order, nor to refuse delivery of any consignment on the grounds of delay or non-delivery resulting from such a cause.

7.3 The Seller will deliver the goods to kerbside or as close to the property as access will allow. It is the Buyer’s responsibility to ensure that materials are moved from kerbside.7.4 Subject to the specific terms of any special delivery service, delivery may take place between 8:00am and 6:00pm of the day and must be accepted at any time during 8:00am -6:00pm of the day.7.5 If the Buyer fails to take delivery of the Goods the Seller may, at its discretion and without prejudice to any other rights:(a) store or arrange for the storage of the Goods and shall charge the Buyer for all associated costs and expenses including, but not limited to, transportation, storage and insurance; and / or(b) make arrangements for the redelivery of the Goods and shall charge the Buyer for the costs of such redelivery.7.6 If redelivery is not possible under sub-Clause 7.5(b), the Buyer shall be required to collect the Goods from the Seller’s premises and shall be notified of the same. The Seller reserves the right to charge the Buyer for all associated costs including, but not limited to, storage and insurance.

8. Acceptance of Goods8.1 The Buyer will be deemed to have accepted the goods on receipt of delivery by the carrier to your delivery address.8.2 The Seller shall have no liability for goods delivered in a damaged condition or lost in transit or for shortages in delivery unless:(i) In the case of damage or shortage of delivery, details are endorsed on the carrier’s delivery note or receipt and notice in writing giving full particulars of the damage or shortage is received by the Seller within 24 hours after receipt of the goods at the delivery address; and:(ii) In the case of goods lost in transit, notice in writing of the non-delivery is received by the Seller within 48 hours after the date of the advice note or invoice (as the case may be) issued by the Seller.8.3 Subject to the Buyer’s compliance with this Clause 8 and the Seller’s agreement with any alleged damage or shortages, the Seller shall make good any and all damage and shortages within a reasonable time.8.4 The Seller shall be under no liability for and shall not indemnify the Buyer against any matters arising from damage or shortages.

9. Risk and Title9.1 Risk of damage to or loss of the Goods shall pass to the Buyer either when the Goods are delivered to the Buyer or when the Seller notifies the Buyer that the Goods are ready for collection.9.2 If the Buyer wrongfully fails to take delivery of the Goods, risk shall pass to the Buyer at the time when the Seller has tendered delivery of the Goods.

10. Installation10.1 The Seller’s installation manual must be followed. Failure to follow the manual will compromise the performance of the products and invalidate the warranty.10.2 The manual may not cover every installation scenario envisaged. Since each installation is unique; the installation method used and/or the actual installation and its actual performance are the sole responsibility of the installer.10.3 The Seller recommends that all designs be reviewed by a licensed

SENATE COMPOSITES LTD:CONSUMER TERMS & CONDITIONS

architect, or engineer before installation. Please ensure your plan and/or design meets building regulations and permission before you begin installation.10.4 If you are unsure of the best practices, please use suitably qualified personnel to prevent injuries or accidents.10.5 Copy of installation guides are available via our website www.senatecomposites.com or you can call our Technical Support Team on 01438 362547 if you need further assistance.

11. Returns and Refunds11.1 If the Buyer is not satisfied with the Goods and wishes to return them it may do so provided:(a) the Buyer informs the Seller that it wishes to return the Goods within 14 days of delivery;(b) the Buyer agrees to bear the cost of delivery to the Seller and take reasonable care to ensure that the goods are received by the Seller and not damaged in transit;(c) the goods are received at the Seller’s premises within 14 days after the notice of returns is given.(d) the Goods remain in their original condition (as delivered);(e) any damage will be counted and deducted from the refund.11.2 A credit note will be raised and refund (after deduction if any) will be made within 14 days of the goods being returned to our premises.11.3 Goods which have been custom made/cut for the Buyer may only be returned if they are defective. The Buyer’s statutory rights are unaffected.11.4 Any returns of non faulty goods outside the 14 days period will be accepted at the discretion of the Seller and are subject to a re-stocking fee of 25% of the value of the goods.

12. Defects and Liability12.1 Any defects in the goods however arising must be notified in writing to the Seller by the Buyer within fourteen days after their receipt.12.2 In the event of such notice received and the defect complained of being confirmed by the Seller, or by an independent expert, the Seller shall at its option either replace the defective goods free of charge, or allow to the Buyer a credit in the amount of the defective goods.12.3 Where the goods are reported to be defective they must, if required by the Seller, be retained by the Buyer for inspection by the Seller.12.4 The Seller’s entire liability for defective goods is set out in 12.2 and in particular the Seller shall not be responsible for either the cost of removing the goods from any place where they are installed or fixed (or making good the place after removal) or for the cost of installing or fixing any replacement goods.12.5 Seller’s total liability in contract, tort (including negligence or breach of statutory duty), misrepresentation, restitution or otherwise, arising in connection with the performance or contemplated performance of the contract shall be limited to the contract price.12.6 The Seller shall not be liable to the Buyer for any pure economic loss, loss of profit, loss of business, depletion of goodwill or loss of anticipated savings, in each case whether direct, indirect or consequential, or any other indirect loss whatsoever and howsoever caused.12.7 In no circumstance whatsoever shall the Seller be liable to Buyer for

loss or damage howsoever arising unless the Buyer shall have followed the Seller’s instructions at all times. Further, in any such case the Seller’s liability shall be limited to in 12.5 hereof.

13. GuaranteesThe Seller provides no additional guarantees beyond those already supplied with the Goods (where relevant). Copy of Warranty is available via our website www.senatecomposites.com.

14. Communications14.1 All notices under these Terms and Conditions shall be in writing and signed by, or on behalf of, the party giving notice (or a duly authorised officer of that party).14.2 Notices shall be deemed to have been duly given:(a) when delivered, if delivered by courier or other messenger (including registered mail) during the normal business hours of the recipient;(b) when sent, if transmitted by fax or email and a successful transmission report or return receipt is generated;(c) on the fifth business day following mailing, if mailed by national ordinary mail; or(d) on the tenth business day following mailing, if mailed by airmail.14.3 All notices under these Terms and Conditions shall be addressed to the most recent address, email address or fax number notified to the other party.

15. Force MajeureNeither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing their obligations where such failure or delay results from any cause that is beyond the reasonable control of that party. Such causes include, but are not limited to: power failure, Internet Service Provider failure, industrial action, civil unrest, fire, flood, storms, earthquakes, acts of terrorism, acts of war, governmental action or any other event that is beyond the control of the party in question.

16. No WaiverNo waiver by the Seller of any breach of these Terms and Conditions by the Buyer shall be considered as a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision.

17. SeveranceIn the event that one or more of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, invalid or otherwise unenforceable, that / those provisions shall be deemed severed from the remainder of these Terms and Conditions (which shall remain valid and enforceable).

18. Rights of Third PartiesThis contract does not and is not intend to confer any rights or remedies upon any person other than the parties.

19. Law and Jurisdiction19.1 These Terms and Conditions (including any non-contractual matters and obligations arising therefrom or associated therewith) shall be governed by,

and construed in accordance with, the laws of England and Wales.19.2 Any dispute, controversy, proceedings or claim between the Seller and the Buyer relating to these Terms and Conditions (including any non-contractual matters and obligations arising therefrom or associated therewith) shall fall within the jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

20. Privacy Policy20.1. The Seller will collect and store data collected from its website, and any other forms of communication or medium as it see fit subject to the Data Protection Act 1998 and any other applicable law.20.2. The Buyer consents, accepts, agrees to give permission and/or license to the Seller to use, any data collected under this Terms, the Seller will collect and store data collected from its website, and any other forms of communication or medium as it see fit subject to the Data Protection Act 1998 and any other applicable law, as it sees fit for improving the Sellers’ website, customer services, statistical analyses, marketing and commercial purposes.20.3. The Seller will use all reasonable endeavours to ensure that data collected under term 20 is secure and safe.20.4. The Seller will not be liable for any breach of privacy.

21. Complaints Procedure21.1. The Seller takes pride of its high standards of customer service, however in the event that the Seller does not meet these standards, please do not hesitate to contact the Seller by post to SENATE COMPOSITE LTD, Senate House, 4 Senate Place, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 4QS or by email customersupport@senatecomposites.com.21.2. The Seller aims to deal with any complaints as soon as possible and make every effort to reach a satisfactory conclusion.

HQ & WarehouseUnit 4 Senate Place, Whitworth Road

Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 4QS, UK

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