As well as supporting the end of each Cross-Beam, the Compact-Supports can also be used to support the centre of a Cross-Beam, to stiffen up the deck. In this case, to save time and minimise the number of screws, rotate the Compact-Support so that it rests on its other base and you are using it as a vertical leg, as shown in the photos.
Screw the Compact-Support into the joist through any one of the two pre-drilled holes in its base, and then use another screw through the slit in the top of the Cross-Beam and into the hole in the support below. In our standard kits, we supply Compact-Supports to use like this under every second Cross-Beam. You can space them out evenly or concentrate them in areas of highest footfall or loading.
For more information on using Compact-Supports see our Frequently Asked Questions.