How to add Matrix screen panels to a deck?

The kit you referanced contains

Ferns On Ground Post Kit Includes 2 x 1.9m posts, 1 x Ferns screen and 1 x Slimline Channel Kit.

So this kit looks fully complete and is ready to be mounted on a deck or footing of some sort. Ground means it has a flat plate on its post to bolt to the ground or deck. vs a post that sticks into the ground and is cemented.

You can buy extra panels and posts to extend your screen For example a two panel fence will only require three posts. (your kit plus a 2nd screen and slim line channel kit plus a extra post.)

To bolt these to the deck. I would add more timber joists under the deck to bolt into if the deck joists didnt align as is.

Yes you can bolt to color bond top rail and bottom rail as the panel probably not to heavy as it is 1800mm tall matching color bond fence height

hope this helps.

Jason

Hi @AJ-DIYer,

It's great to see you get prompt assistance from @Jewelleryrescue.

Could we please trouble you for some photos of your deck? Members might be able to offer alternative solutions to your screening needs if they can see the space.

Thanks,

Jason

MitchellMc

Hi @AJ-DIYer,

I'll be looking forward to those images.

This kit comes with the frame and posts ready to be installed onto a surface, as @Jewelleryrescue mentioned. Ideally, you'd screw through the decking boards into the underlying frame. If there is no frame within the mounting locations and you can access the underside of the deck, you can install additional framing timber for the posts to be mounted onto.

If you were to hang the screen on a Colorbond fence, then you'd go for the non-ground-mount option for the cheaper price.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Mitchell

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/34980#Comment_34980

Thanks @MitchellMc

How can I place these matrix screens over my colourbond fence?

Jason

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Sorry @AJ-DIYer, but Mitch has had to unexpectedly take some time off.

Let me tag @Jewelleryrescue for his thoughts.

As per my previous message, I would also still encourage you to share some photos so members have a better idea of what you are working with and can provide more helpful suggestions.

Jason

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Hello @AJ-DIYer

I suggest having a look at these discussions - How to attach Matrix screens to Colorbond fence? by @truptidave and How to install a Matrix Decor screen to a Colorbond fence? by @firenevac. In these discussions you'll see that the proposed idea is to install timber frames across the fence to serve as mounting points for the Matrix panels.

My best suggestion is to use H3 treated timber so that it is rated for outdoor use.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

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Thanks alot @EricL

I have attached a photo of my deck which is against the fence.

The ground is sloped and I'm hoping to add a bit of privacy especially when we are standing on our deck and the height is up to my chest.

I liked the idea to use the timbre pieces to attach to the fence so that the panel could be installed over them. I'm thinking about adding a post into the ground on the right side, one in the middle above the deck and one on the left side of the deck into the ground. Between these posts, i would run timbre pieces so that I can hang multiple panels on this frame.

Another option I have is to buy the kit with posts (the on-ground) one and attach them to the deck surface but this could be more expensive and take more effort because I have to open sections of my deck to add noggings that will allow the plates of the panel posts be screwed through the surface and under the deck.

What do you think?

Jewelleryrescue

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Why not simply build a light box frame out of treated pine 35 x 75mm and screw the panels straight to it. custom built to suit panel heigth and width.

A timber base frame section can be attached a multiple places on your deck as it interscets with the joists under it.and your floor frame will be very secure At the end of the deck you will need fixed posts from the sides of the deck to hold the top of the box section so it dosnt move much.

A little diagonal cross bracing

As a soloution option.

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Thanks @Jewelleryrescue

So say I run one timbre piece at the bottom between both ends of the deck screwed to the deck joists under. Then run another one at the top screwed to the top of the fence horizontal piece.

Finally attach the end of both timbre pieces on the lowest point to a post. Will this work?

If so, which screws can I use to screw the timbre piece 35× 75mm to top of the fence?

Imagine blue pen is the timbre in the photo below.

Jewelleryrescue

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The frame idea screwed to the frame under the deck will be solid I would like to see the top held some how. Maybe spacer blocks to the fence.

Or a corner return with an extra a panel will make structure free standing. As I dont like attaching to fence as one day fence will need service.

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Hello @AJ-DIYer

@Jewelleryrescue touches on a very important point and that is the stability of the timber frame you'll be attaching to your deck. Even though the Matrix panel has holes in it there is enough of a solid surface that it acts like a solid wall. When storm rated winds hits this frame it might not be strong enough to withstand it.

I propose mounting the matrix panels on the Colorbond fence instead. You'll need less material and you still get the extension you're after.

My best advice is to draw your mounting plan on paper first so that you'll know where to position the timber frame and the panels. This will save you from having to second guess the arrangement of the panels.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric

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Thanks @EricL and @Jewelleryrescue for the great feedback.

@EricL just a bit confused, you mentioned to mount the matrix panel directly on the colourbond fence. Why do we need a timbre frame then?

So is my idea going to work as per the photo I attached before where I run a horizontal timbre piece at the bottom of the fence screwed to the deck joists. The top one will run against the fence but the fence has a slope so some sections will be screwed to the highest point of the fence and the rest of the piece will be hung and supported by one vertical timbre where it's connected to the fence.

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Hello @AJ-DIYer

My apologies, I should have clarified that the timber I'm referring to is the one going between the posts of the Colorbond. Technically just a piece of timber and not actually a frame. But because there is one at the bottom and one at the top, hence, I refer to it as a frame, but I will just refer to it as timber mounts from now on. Sorry for the confusion.

On closer inspection it's only now that I noticed that your deck is right next to your fence. In regards to your question, yes, it will work. Please note that any panel that goes past your deck will need support at the bottom as well.

I suggest using Zenith 10G x 50mm Galvanised Self Embedding Head Metal Screws Winged to screw the timber into the Colorbond post. I recommend using Zenith 8 - 10 x 100mm Treated Pine Countersunk Head Screws when attaching the timber to the deck.

I also suggest having a look at this discussion - How to attach Matrix screens to Colorbond fence? by @truptidave. This is a perfect example of mounting panels on a Colorbond fence.

Eric

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Thank you @EricL

Which mesh panel do I need to get for such a design? The one without the frame or with the frame?

This here

Or this one ?

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Hello @AJ-DIYer

I propose using the second one which is the Matrix 1810 x 905 x 9mm Charcoal Tangle Decor Screen With Frame. The metal frame should add extra support to the panel.

Eric

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Thanks @EricL

What screws can I use to attach them to the timbre frame?

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I suggest having a look at the Otter 8g x 25mm Matt Black Button Head Screws. Its flat head provides excellent holding power and is covered in Chemshield black for superior corrosion protection.

Eric

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@EricL

Is 70-x-35mm timbre piece for the frame over the fence good size?

Also do I need just screw through the frame of the screen into the screen and then of course the timbre piece behind it or do I need to separate the frame from the screen and drill a hole?

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Hello @AJ-DIYer

The 70x35 is a good timber size to hold the Matrix panels in place. I recommend drilling pilot holes through the frame and the panel, in this manner both items will be held securely in place.

If you need further assistance, please let me know.

Eric

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Thanks @EricL !

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Hi @EricL

What drill bit size should I get to pre drill the panel frame?

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