You need to pre-drill in just a few instances. For example, when you install the deck, you need do drill in the deck covering area for adapting plastic expansion bolt.

Yes. You may use a router if you are installing a solid profile.

Forestar product is mildew resistance, however, mold and mildew may adhere to dirt or dust on the surface of the board if it not stored or applied correctly. We recommend to clean it quickly with proper power. In a word, please do not exposed boards to high moisture or sweet environment and keep it dry and clean as best as you can.

Yes, but not required. Because Forestar product is very low maintenance product and not required to painting or staining. Stains and paint are just adhere to the surface of our boards, and you may need to re-painting them periodically just like wood does if you still want to stain.

Forestar product can be heated up and bent, but Forestar cannot guarantee the performance of such application, and assumes no responsibility for it. We recommend such kind of design and work should be reviewed and operated by engineer or licensed installer.

No. Just normal tools are enough, special woodworking equipment is not required.