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Wood look porcelain pavers for fireproof rooftop decks

In many urban areas these days there are increasingly strict fire regulations which can prohibit the construction of the wood deck on a rooftop for example. For a long time, the wood species most often used for wood decks has been Ipe, not only because it’s one of the hardest and most durable wood species […]

Structural deck tiles vs interlocking deck tiles

Prior to the introduction of interlocking wood decking tiles with an inbuilt plastic base, solid wood deck tiles were used for many decking applications. So what are the advantages or disadvantages of either type of tile? The main advantage of interlocking wood tiles is that the integral plastic base lifts the wood off the surface […]

A comparison of deck support systems

Adjustable or fixed height pedestal supports used in conjunction with wood, porcelain or concrete pavers are without doubt the easiest way of constructing a perfectly level raised deck over a sloping surface. The majority of deck support systems rely on a screwed column to provide height adjustment with multiple sizes of pedestals being required to […]

Are porcelain pavers better than concrete pavers?

Concrete pavers have been the mainstay of the paving industry for decades both for large commercial projects as well as residential applications. But does this mean that they are necessarily the best products to use or have the best properties considering other products which are now available on the market? Well no, that’s not necessarily […]

Choosing a natural hardwood deck

Some factors to consider Are you thinking about re-doing your deck? Do you have doubts about the materials to use? Let’s talk about wood. Wood has a comforting effect on the human mind, which perceives it as a warm material, creating a relaxing feeling of intimacy. Many studies are now focusing on the psychological consequences […]