When using stone or tile on an elevated deck is deflection allowed? If so, what deflection value is acceptable? Unfortunately this is not a pure science. The Tile Council of North America Inc. agrees. Although they reference the building code standard L/360, they have come to the conclusion that...
Don’t forget that winter is coming while enjoying summer sun and fun. When relaxing in the warmth of the summer, we often forget the effects of winter across most of the USA and Canada.
It’s not just the surface material that is affected. The extreme temperature swings and freeze-thaw cycles will...
A common design consideration for outdoor floor spaces in some climates and geographies, is creating the continuous flow and spacial experience from the interior to the exterior. This is a great visual and functional effect but does come with it’s challenges. In stable climates with minimal tempera...
In a head-to-head load test, the Outdoor FLoor System® elePHOOT® pedestal rockets to the top under pressure. If you have considered or implemented a pedestal supported exterior flooring surface, you have probably come across the Eterno pedestal by MRP. It’s a European import that has become very po...
Keeping the conventional commercial or residential elevated decking in place in high-wind conditions is an increasing necessity in areas other than hurricane zones. Fortunately Outdoor Floor System® has the best solution for maximum stability with a thin gauge porcelain or natural stone surface in...
