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...
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...
Commercial dinning locations like Keller’s at the Isle of Capri Casino, Cape Girardeau, MO, can often feel disconnected from the adjoining indoor spaces when the floor surface changes going from the indoor space to the outdoor space. Although using different flooring finishes can be used to creativ...
