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EverGrain Decking

The compression molded strength and durability of EverGrain® make it an ideal choice for dock applications. It is low maintenance and offers slip resistance—all in a product that weathers beautifully. Your customers will appreciate the natural beauty and performance. And you’ll appreciate the easy installation. Take a look below to learn more about offering and installing an EverGrain composite dock.

EverGrain® Dock Technical Specifications¹

MSDS Compression Molded (21 KB)
MSDS Extrusion (22 KB)
ICC ESR 1625 (356 KB)
Physical and Mechanical Properties Test Method Typical Values2,3
1 Specific Gravity ASTM D2395 1.07 - 1.10
2 Abrasion Resistance ASTM D2394 0.01"/1000 rev
3 Compression4 (Parallel) ASTM D198 2,635 psi
4 Compression4 (Perpendicular) ASTM D198 3,864 psi
5 Tensile Strength (Parallel) ASTM D198 1,189 psi
6 Shear Strength (Longitudinal) ASTM D143 1,010 psi
7 Modulus of Rupture ASTM D4761 2,547 psi
8 Modulus of Elasticity ASTM D4761 361,999 psi
9 Hardness ASTM D143 1,200 lbs
10 Nail Withdrawal5 ASTM D1761 145 lbs/in.
11 Screw Withdrawal6 ASTM D1761 435 lbs/in.
12 Water Absorption (Sanded) ASTM D1037 1.60%
13 Water Absorption (Unsanded) ASTM D1037 1.05%
14 Coefficient of Friction - Wet ASTM D2047 0.96
15 Coefficient of Friction - Dry ASTM D2047 0.88
DURABILITY
16 Fungal Resistance - White Rot ASTM D1413 No Decay
17 Fungal Resistance - Brown Rot ASTM D1413 No Decay
18 Termite Resistance ASTM D3345 Rating = 9.6/10
THERMAL
19 Thermal Expansion ASTM E228 20.7 x 10^-6 (in/in/°F)
FIRE
20 Self Ignition Temperature ASTM D1929 874°F
21 Flash Ignition Temperature ASTM D1929 834°F
22 Flame Spread ASTM E84 126.32
Notes:
1. Values shown are for reference only.
2. Typical values obtained under ambient temperature conditions (70°F).
3. Typical values are not meant for design analysis.
4. Compression values are obtained from compressive strength parallel and perpendicular to length.
5. Nails must have a diameter less than or equal to that of a 16d common nail.
6. Galvanized No. 10 deck screw 2-1/2 inches long.
7. Follow EverGrain installation instructions.