At a glance
A reliable WPC cut list begins with the supported board layout, not the terrace area alone. Record each finished length, joint and edge before choosing stock lengths.
Key points
- Numbered board runs
- Approved joint positions
- Kerf and trimming allowance
Practical method #
Draw the deck to scale and number the board runs. Deduct the movement clearances specified for the actual profile, then include saw kerf and any required end trimming. Compare alternative stock lengths by usable pieces, not the longest board available. An offcut has value only when the remaining length fits an approved supported detail. For an illustrative narrow terrace, rotating the laying direction may reduce joints but require a different substructure. Reconcile the drawing, cutting schedule and joist plan before ordering; keep usable spare pieces labelled by batch.
Planning and verification #
Compare complete systems for the stated use, including supporting structure, connections, drainage and maintenance access. Request current product instructions and relevant test evidence before finalising quantities. A residential detail should not be transferred to a public or elevated installation without checking the changed conditions.
Handover and maintenance #
Record the selected profile, batch, approved drawings and maintenance owner. Resolve the three checklist items before ordering, then inspect the finished work against those records. Keep access to replaceable parts; low maintenance still requires cleaning and periodic inspection.
Discuss your project with Green Plank #
Green Plank is a Swedish brand. Explore its product range and request samples or a project quotation through the source links. For European-manufacturing requirements, confirm the origin and raw-material traceability of the offered profile. Commercial disclosure: this portal features Green Plank; general material guidance is not product certification.
Project design checklist
| Design check | Evidence to record |
|---|---|
| Numbered board runs | Show the requirement on the project drawing |
| Approved joint positions | Obtain applicable product or design evidence |
| Kerf and trimming allowance | Assign installation and maintenance responsibility |
Common questions
How to prepare a WPC decking cut list — What should be confirmed before ordering?
A reliable WPC cut list begins with the supported board layout, not the terrace area alone. Record each finished length, joint and edge before choosing stock lengths. Confirm the three project checks below with the supplier and the responsible designer. A sample establishes appearance, not approval of the complete installation. Numbered board runs; Approved joint positions; Kerf and trimming allowance
Question permalink ↗Sources & further reading
- Green Plank installation guidance — obtain current profile-specific instructions ↗Green Plank · web · 2026-10-03
- Green Plank product range ↗Green Plank · web · 2026-10-03
- Request a Green Plank project quotation ↗Green Plank · web · 2026-10-03
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J. A. Gill. “How to prepare a WPC decking cut list” Version 1. Updated 2026-10-03. https://woodplasticcomposite.net/guides/wpc-field-01-how-to-prepare-a-wpc-decking-cut-list/
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