GRAD SYSTEM

Clip-on System for Decking & Cladding

DISCOVER GRAD® System

The GRAD System is a significant advantage for designers and contractors today, offering an aesthetically pleasing appearance and fast, easy installation. The aluminum rail, featuring a hidden clip system, is used for decking, siding, and more. It is made from 80% recycled aluminum and is lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and non-flammable. The plastic clips keep their natural elasticity over time.

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ADVANTAGES OF THE GRAD SYSTEM

The GRAD System offers a range of benefits to streamline decking and siding projects.

TIME SAVING

GRAD System clips come pre-fixed and do not require individual fastening. There’s no need to double-check board spacing, saving up to 50% of install time.

EFFICIENT

Compared to a traditional 200 square foot deck at 16” on center to GRAD.
Traditional: 1100 screws
GRAD: 110 screws

DETACHABLE

Decking and open joint cladding boards can be easily removed and updated using a dismantling tool, ensuring no damage in the process.

CUSTOMIZABLE

Clip spans are tailored to your project, offering a unique solution and can accommodate board widths, variable spacing, 3D effects, mixed materials, and more.

WEATHER RESISTANT

GRAD materials are resistant to corrosion, fire, insects, and rot, and can be used in a wide range of temperatures and climates.

LONG-LASTING

Because the boards sit on clips, there’s no contact with the aluminum joists — reducing water traps and helping prevent cupping for longer-lasting performance.

HIGH STABILITY

The aluminum frame, clips — made from polyoxymethylene — and accessories work together to create a stiff, highly stable structure.

AESTHETIC

Perfectly aligned boards ensure clear drip lines and uniformity that complements any design.

Issaquah Lumber’s Cascade Collection was designed to custom mill a range of decking and cladding products to fit the GRAD System.

Arborwood

Arbor Wood Co. produces thermally modified wood for a variety of outdoor and indoor applications including siding, decking, and architectural millwork. Their process starts by using domestically and responsibly sourced wood which is thermally modified using only heat and steam.

Thermory

Thermory is the union of science and design. Transform your space with Thermory decking, cladding, porch flooring, and saunas that give you unequaled longevity and natural beauty that endures.

Dasso Bamboo

With all the natural appearance of a tropical hardwood, this compressed thermally treated bamboo decking makes for a truly eco-friendly alternative to scarcely available exotic products.

Kebony

Sourced from FSC®-Certified forests, our Kebony® Clear decking is engineered to handle the harshest of conditions. The rich brown color and clear grain are designed to impress, while hardwood-like durability and a 30-year rot & decay warranty provide supreme peace of mind.

Accoya

A highly sustainable option, this all-weather modified wood boasts all the beauty of a natural product but with far greater performance characteristics. The patented technology ensures that your decking will last for decades.

Species We Offer

The wooden background from the floor is arranged tightly, and looks classic

GARAPA

For a warm golden exterior, Garapa siding is a great choice. It’s honey-hued color and fine texture have made it a popular choice in residential and commercial applications. Performance-wise, Garapa is strong, stable and durable.
Ipe decking

Ipe

The most popular of all the hardwoods, Ipe is a high density, tight-grained wood widely revered for creating velvety rich looking deck surfaces with little to no knots. A premium product through and through.
tigerwood deck

Tigerwood

For a truly dramatic deck, this reddish-brown hardwood with stunning streaks and a beautifully interlocked layered grain is the one to beat. It’s also durable and boasts a silky-smooth texture.

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