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Joist Protection

Discover the innovation of Trex® Protect™ Joist and Bearer Tape, where the beauty of your deck’s surface is safeguarded by cutting-edge design below. This self-adhesive, non-skid deck flashing tape, designed with butyl-based technology, shields joists and bearers, protecting your deck from moisture, timber rot, and decay while ensuring long-lasting structural integrity.

A behind-the-scenes performance

The mark of truly smart design occurs when the pieces you don’t see are as innovative as the beauty you do. Trex® ProtectTM Joist and Bearer Tape protects what’s under the deck so you can enjoy the beauty on top for years to come.

Protect your deck from moisture with our self-adhesive, non-skid deck flashing tape. This butyl-based tape is designed to shield joists and bearers from moisture that can lead to timber rot and decay.

Why Trex Protect?

  • Protects the top of the joist, rim joist, and ledger board from developing rot and timber decay.
  • Butyl-based tape helps deck screws hold longer and stronger than acrylic or asphalt-based tape.
  • Acts as a barrier between timber and galvanized metal such as joist hangers
  • Seals deck fasteners and prevents moisture penetration.
  • Eliminates splitting from freeze and thaw.
  • Available in three widths for joists, double bearers and rim joists
  • Provides a non-skid surface making it safer during installation.
  • Backed by a 25-year warranty.