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Blue Star pioneered the development of imported hardwoods for the U.S. decking and exterior construction trades.

All Blue Star Mahogany products, and the facilities where they are manufactured, are 100% certified by the Malaysian Timber Certification Council, under the MTCS (Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme). In 2009, MTCS was granted the prestigious endorsement of the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC).

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See Special Installation Guide finish is #078 natural CLEAR ALL HEART, NO KNOTS, NO SAPWOOD Surface stays smooth and resists scratches No sealers required. Seal ends to prevent end checking. Develops a silvery patina from UV rays High decay resistance HANDLING & STORAGE Material should be allowed to acclimate to local environment before installation INSTALLATION -Allow for ground side ventilation to provide proper air circulation -Boards should be gapped 1/16" when installed -Boards will shrink approx. 1/16" on 4" board and 1/8" on 6" board, when fully seasoned MACHINING -Premium carbide tipped saws and high quality drills are recommended -Predrill board ends for all fasteners -Predrill & counterbore for standard screws -Countersink for self drilling screws FASTENERS -Stainless steel screws recommended -If using pneumatic nailers (not recommended unless very experienced with product), nails must be driven in at an angle and a construction adhesive (PL400) must be used. Same applies to deck clip systems. Ends still need to be predrilled and hand nailed or screwed. FINISH -No finish is needed. -If you want to maintain the dark look, the best product is a penetrating oil based finish (Penofin works great)

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