A New Deck May Mean More Fun

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a | ee. oe i i EE q ae —————————— ——- Hv) Hi BE A New Deck May Mean MoreFun, More Value And More’ Storage (NAPSA)—A great deck can increase the value of your home. In addition, whetherit’s a first or sec- ondfloor addition, that void left below your new deck can be transformed into a space thatis dry, attractive and useable. With easy, economical installation of a deck drainage system your family can gain dry storage space for lawn care items, sports gear and more or, depending onceiling height, create a living area that can be enjoyed even in inclement weather. The componentsfor this DrySpace Deck Drainage System are extruded, in off-white, weatherable PVC that creates a clean, bright, finished look to your under-deck ceiling. Installation is easy for 16- or 24-in. on-center joist decks. An innovative F-bracket fasteningclip (size appropriate for joist space) attaches to the joist sides by nailing firmly, but not tightly, in place through aninitially installed “U”joist cover, where waterproofing has been enhanced with a bead of adhesive caulk applied to the top of both sides. To complete installation just snap or slide the rigid 14%4-in. wide concave V-panel into the F-brackets with the panel pointing down to channel water away from the house. When you get downto it, you can create great storage space under your deckas well as a place to play above. For the nameof a nearby supplier, or for more information, contact Crane Products Ltd., PO. Box 1898, Columbus, Ohio 43216-1898, (888) 326-2638 or visit the Web site at www.dryspace.cc.