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Look underneath most decks and you’ll see a weak link. Your decking and railing is engineered to last 25 years or more. So, why are you using wood framing? Choose Evolution steel deck framing. It's a smarter galvanized steel system designed by deck builders, for deck builders. The interlocking joist and ledger system lets you build sturdy, safe decks with less effort. Our powder-coated finish provides increased corrosion resistance and a more finished look.
EASY TO INSTALL | If you know how to frame with wood, you can frame with Evolution.
STRAIGHT, UNIFORM PIECES | Builds flat, stays flat!
GREATER SPANS | Fewer posts for less obstructed views.
COMPATIBILITY | Works with any type or brand of decking.
BEAUTIFUL | The premium Black Sand powder coat provides a pleasing look that virtually disappears.
CLASS-A FIRE RATING | A noncombustible material that’s resistant to fire and meets the requirements for use in all Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) zones.
PROTECTED | Invulnerable to rotting, warping, splitting and insect damage
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Lengths:
12' - 144" (3658mm)
20' - 240" (6096mm)
Evolution’s S-Ledger is an engineered interlocking design with the Ledger Bracket that eliminates the need for excessive fasteners and drastically speeds up installation. The “S” shape provides a sturdy, safe deck connection that will offer peace of mind for decades. The S-Ledger is available with pre-punched, standard spacing options that simplify deck construction.
Lengths:
12' - 144" (3658mm)
20' - 240" (6096mm)
Evolution's Blank S-Ledger is designed to work with custom, non-standard joist spacing. The Blank S-Ledger can also be used around bay windows and other angled ledger attachments.
Used with the S-Ledger and joist or fastened to a flush beam.
Lengths:
12' - 144" (3658mm)
14' - 168" (4267mm)
16' - 192" (4877mm)
18' - 216" (5486mm)
20' - 240" (6096mm)
Evolution’s Joists are a familiar shape that install quickly and easily with minimal fasteners. The steel joists will hold their shape, providing a perfectly flat deck surface that will not sag or warp over the life of your deck.
Covers open joist to provide clean, finished look and deter pests and animals.
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Lengths:
8' - 96" (2438mm)
Evolution’s Rim Joist incorporates the same pre-punched and non-punched system as the S-Ledger for consistent, quicker installation without the hassle. Evolution’s Rim Joists provide a solution for any installation application, including an option for curved decks. The Rim Joist attaches to the Joist with minimal fasteners and provides a perfectly flat surface to attach trim or fascia.
Lengths:
8' - 96" (2438mm)
Lengths:
8' - 96" (2438mm)
Inserts into joist at the end of the deck for attaching the curved rim joist.
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Lengths:
8' - 96" (2438mm) NEW!
10' - 120" (3048mm)
Evolution’s steel post and brackets provide the perfect solution to support your deck. The black powder coated posts look great on their own or can be customized with the trim of your choice.
Lengths:
8' - 96" (2438mm)
20’ – 240” (6096mm)
Evolution’s steel post and brackets provide the perfect solution to support your deck. The black powder coated posts look great on their own or can be customized with the trim of your choice.
Lengths:
3.5" (89mm)
5.5" (140mm)
Secures post to concrete landing or pier.
Lengths:
3.5" (89mm)
5.5" (140mm) NEW!
Used to secure post to single beam.
Lengths:
3.5" (89mm)
5.5" (140mm) NEW!
Used to secure post to double beam.
Lengths:
8' - 96" (2438mm)
12' - 144" (3658mm)
16' - 192" (4877mm)
20' - 240" (6096mm)
Evolution’s Beam has been engineered to achieve longer spans between supports, eliminating excessive posts and obstructed views.
Lengths:
4' - 48" (1219mm)
Packaged in bags of two and used to cap the top and bottom of two beams to quickly and easily make a double beam.
Covers open beams to provide clean, finished look and deter pests and animals.
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Used with S-Ledger, joist, and blocking as well as many other applications.
Used primarily for blocking.
Used to secure joist to a drop beam when non-standard spacing is required and as a cap on the bottom of the S-Ledger.
Used with the Blank S-Ledger when joist extends at an angle.
Used to secure joist to flush beam applications.
Used to secure double joist or create a double (2"x6") carry beam.
Manufactured to match the same spacing as the S-Ledger for easy blocking of the joist on a dropped beam.
Manufactured to match the same spacing as the S-Ledger for easy mid-span blocking applications.
Used to tie framing members together when building stairs.
Used when thru-bolting into joists and beams.
Innovative nut and bolt system that makes fastening surface mount posts to steel framing quick and easy.
Used most often in railing post mounting to stairs. Kit includes bolts, nuts, and washers to mount 1 post.
Used to thru-bolt posts to 2x6 joists. Kit includes bolts, nuts, and washers to mount 1 post.
Used to thru-bolt posts to 2x11 beams. Kit includes bolts, nuts, and washers to mount 1 post.
Black self-drilling metal screw.
Color matching paint for powder-coated Evolution parts. Use to touch up any imperfections as well as covering and protecting cut ends.
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