The Eva-Last Training Academy helps building trade professionals to gear up for success. 

Professionals learn how to confidently specify and install composite materials like decking, cladding and flooring efficiently and competently. Architects, contractors, dealers and do-it-yourself (DIY) enthusiasts can sign up for this free online training platform. 

Practical approach 

This training academy will cover all the ins and outs, as well as tips and tricks around Eva-Last composite building products and installation best practices. Each module provides expert advice on critical considerations for each product, to get the best outcome the first time, every time.  

Designed by experts with years of practical hands-on experience, the Eva-Last Training Academy takes the stress out of specifying and installation to achieve the best performance and customer satisfaction. 

Training modules 

The Eva-Last Training Academy’s series of successive online training modules includes short videos and questionnaires, covering the following topics: 

• How to select the best material suited to any outdoor project and budget. 
• Accurately calculate quantities and quotes. 
• Design and plan layouts to optimise the deck relative to the site layout and board dimensions, how to break the deck into sections, quantify each area and where to reposition off-cuts to minimise wastage. 
• Maximising site orientation to use slopes for run-offs and ventilation, identifying and making necessary allowances for critical environmental aspects, such as temperature fluctuations causing expansion and contraction, using practical examples with actual board lengths. 
• Handy installation techniques and tips, including how to orientate decking boards to achieve impressive wear characteristics such as added slip resistance and water run-off on high-traffic areas such as ramps, walkways or stairways.
• Insights into important environmental factors such as the impact of the climate, corrosion or soil conditions on proposed projects, and suitable product suggestions.  
• Methods to prevent water risks or pooling and demonstrate how to do beautiful poolside installations without damaging waterproofing or coping stones.  
• How to use breaker boards and borders to a decorative effect, while simultaneously controlling expansion and contraction, and strengthening joints, amongst other aesthetic design ideas. 

Registration is online. Users can create a profile and select the relevant module to complete in their own time, according to their own requirements.  

From installation, to layout, material selection and cost calculation – the online training academy by Eva-Last offers built professionals access to free modules on composite building products. Check it out today. Click here.   

For more information, contact Eva-Last: 

Tel: +27 10 593 9221 

Email: sales@eva-last.com 

Website: www.eva-last.co.za / https://eva-lastacademy.thinkific.com/