Substructure/Framing
TimberTech Aluminum
HIGH STRENGTH
- Achieves longer spans than typical 2" x 10" wood joist
EASY HANDLING
- Lightweight aluminum joists with tabs for easy handling and alignment
HIGH CORROSION RESISTANCE
- Highly resistant to moisture damage like rust, corrosion, and mold
EXTREMELY LONG LASTING
- Will not warp, split, or decay and is protected with a 25-Year Limited Product Warranty
ECO-FRIENDLY
- Made from recycled aluminum and can be reused or recycled at end of life
Aluminum Framing Details
- Compatible with all TimberTech Decking and Railing systems
- Frame your entire custom TimberTech deck, including stairs
- Non-combustible building material is great for WUI areas or fire-prone regions
- Durable black powder coat finish—no need for touch up paint on end cuts
- A mix of hidden and color-matched fasteners for a clean and seamless design
Installation Benefits
- Lies straight and flat for a perfect deck surface
- Easier to work with than wood—no more sanding joists or dealing with unpredictable lumber
- Easier to work with than steel—no need for industrial power tools or burning through expensive saw blades
- Many components are mechanically attached, requiring fewer nuts and bolts and minimal on-site fabrication
COMPONENT LIST
| Item Number | Part Description | Length (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| TFRJ12B | Ledger/Rim Joist (2" x 7-1/4" x 144") | 12 |
| TFRJ16B | Ledger/Rim Joist (2" x 7-1/4" x 192") | 16 |
| TFRJ20B | Ledger/Rim Joist (2" x 7-1/4" x 240") | 20 |
| TFRJ12B | Field Joist (2" x 7-1/4" x 144") | 12 |
| TFRJ16B | Field Joist (2" x 7-1/4" x 192") | 16 |
| TFRJ20B | Field Joist (2" x 7-1/4" x 240") | 20 |
| Item Number | Part Description | Length (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| TFRJHB | Rim Joist Hanger | 1.2 |
| TFFJHB | Field Joist Hanger | 2 |
| TFSP10B | Joist Spacer (10") | 10 |
| TFSP14B | Joist Spacer (14") | 14 |
| TFUP2B | Uplift Key (2") | 12 |
| TF90ABSB | 90 degree Angle Bracket (short) | 3.64 |
| TF90ABTB | 90 degree Angle Bracket (tall) | 6.45 |
| TF135ABB | 135 degree Angle Bracket | 7.23 |
| TFAABB | Adjustable Angle Bracket | 6.52 |
| TFRAILBB | Rail Post L-Bracket | 6 |
| TFRJCAPB | Rim Joist End Cover | 7.25 |
| TFRJTEMPB | Rim Joist Corner Install Template (optional) | 7.25 |
| Item Number | Part Description | Length (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| TFBEAM12B | Beam (2-3/4" x 11-1/4" x 144") | 12 |
| TFBEAM16B | Beam (2-3/4" x 11-1/4" x 192") | 16 |
| TFBEAM20B | Beam (2-3/4" x 11-1/4" x 240") | 20 |
| TFPOST10B | Post (5-1/2" x 5-1/2" x 120") | 10 |
| TFPOST20B | Post (5-1/2" x 5-1/2" x 240") | 20 |
| Item Number | Part Description | Length (in) |
|---|---|---|
| TFPCB | Post Cap / Post Base | 5.5 |
| TFPBB | Post to Beam Half Bracket | 4.5 |
| FPBJB | Post/Joist to Beam Clip | 2.75 |
| TFBEAMCAPB | Beam End Cover | 11.18 |
| Item Number | Part Description | Length (in) |
|---|---|---|
| TFSTK48B | Stair Tread Kit (47-3/4" length) | 47.75 |
| TFSTCLIPB | Stair Landing L-Bracket | 6.27 |
| TFSTBKB | Stair Tread Bracket Kit (L+R) | 7.25 |
| TFSTBMB | Stair Tread Bracket (Mid.) | 7.25 |
| Item Number | Part Description | Length (in) |
|---|---|---|
| TF50HEX | 1/4-20 x 1.25" Hex Head Self-Drilling Screws (50 screws) | 1.25 |
| TF50FLAT | 1/4-20 x 1.00" Flat Head Self-Drilling Screws (50 screws) | 1 |
| CTS350AD158 | 1-5/8" Cortex Aluminum Drillers 100 SF pack (350 screws) | 1.63 |
| TFLOC100 | Hidden Clip for grooved deck boards (175 clips) | 1 |