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I live at an elevation of 4000 feet. Currently building an 850 sq. ft. deck. I set the 2×6 pt joists at 16″ o.c. for use with Trex. I am not sure about using Trex in this snow climate. We get about 3 ft. a year and sometimes it will stay on the ground (and deck) for 2-3 weeks. I was told that one should not shovel snow off if Trex is used…you must use a broom. I can’t imagin using a broom to move 2 ft of snow….? I was also told that I should not leave the snow on the deck. any info would be highly appreaciate—the joists are waiting for a surface.
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I live at an elevation of 4000 feet. Currently building an 850 sq. ft. deck. I set the 2x6 pt joists at 16" o.c. for use with Trex. I am not sure about using Trex in this snow climate. We get about 3 ft. a year and sometimes it will stay on the ground (and deck) for 2-3 weeks. I was told that one should not shovel snow off if Trex is used...you must use a broom. I can't imagin using a broom to move 2 ft of snow....? I was also told that I should not leave the snow on the deck. any info would be highly appreaciate---the joists are waiting for a surface.