At a glance
A mock-up should test the difficult project interfaces, not just display the board colour. Record what it approves and what remains subject to technical verification.
Key points
- Representative interfaces
- Written acceptance scope
- Unresolved technical items
Practical method #
Include a representative joint, edge, fixing and transition, plus any detail likely to be repeated at scale. Invite the relevant designer, installer and owner to resolve appearance and maintenance access before bulk work. For an illustrative public terrace, test how a board is removed from the sample assembly. Record acceptance criteria and unresolved items in writing. A visually accepted sample does not override structural calculations or manufacturer instructions. Keep photographs and the approved detail available to the installation team.
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 #
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Project design checklist
| Design check | Evidence to record |
|---|---|
| Representative interfaces | Show the requirement on the project drawing |
| Written acceptance scope | Obtain applicable product or design evidence |
| Unresolved technical items | Assign installation and maintenance responsibility |
Common questions
Approving a WPC mock-up before bulk installation — What should be confirmed before ordering?
A mock-up should test the difficult project interfaces, not just display the board colour. Record what it approves and what remains subject to technical verification. Confirm the three project checks below with the supplier and the responsible designer. A sample establishes appearance, not approval of the complete installation. Representative interfaces; Written acceptance scope; Unresolved technical items
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 Green Plank samples ↗Green Plank · web · 2026-10-03
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J. A. Gill. “Approving a WPC mock-up before bulk installation” Version 1. Updated 2026-10-03. https://woodplasticcomposite.net/guides/wpc-field-42-approving-a-wpc-mock-up-before-bulk-installation/
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