The right hardwood deck tiles can be strong and beautiful
Wood deck tiles come in a variety of tones and designs, resulting in a surface that feels soft underfoot and reflects natural warmth and beauty. Good quality wooden deck tiles are often made from exotic hardwood varieties such as Garapa, Curapay, or Teak. These hardwoods are finer-grained and much denser than other woods, making the finished product resistant to scratches, rot, and insects.
Professional grade features
Interlocking wood deck tiles have tabs on all four sides that fasten the pieces together. Each tile’s grid-like base has small plastic “sharp” feet that provide additional stability on installation, eliminating separation or drifting. Most suitable for hard deck surfaces, the raised base gives built-in drainage for water and small debris. Differences in the quality of wood deck tiles can mean enjoying your deck or patio for one or two years, or 10 years or more. Consumer-ready products from big-box retailers often scratch, rot, cup, or warp in a short time. Choosing professional installation ensures quality materials that are thicker, more durable, and have a stronger warranty.
Structural wood tiles
Heavier duty structural wood deck tiles are non-flexible wooden tiles made of thicker gauge hardwoods and installed on adjustable pedestals. The raised tiles allow for recessed lighting, electrical, or irrigation to be run underneath for a seamless design. This also allows for the selective removal of a tile for sub-level maintenance or replacement of damaged tiles without disassembling the entire surface.
Tile sizes
Wood deck tile choices come in two sizes, 12” x 12” or 12” x 24”, allowing unique design options for any patio or balcony space. In many cases, installation can be finished in one day. The process does not require any glue, nails, or screws to fasten them in place, preserving the original surface’s integrity and complying with most strata guidelines.
Maintenance
Once installed, the sealed surface is durable and weather-resistant but still needs care to avoid damage from impact or dragging heavy furniture across the surface. Regular maintenance is recommended to repair damage and re-seal against the weather to ensure a long product lifetime and comfortable use.
Ethical sourcing
One important consideration with exotic hardwoods is the fair-trade factor. As a professional outdoor flooring installation company, BC Outdoor Flooring ensures partnership with suppliers that only carry ethically and sustainably sourced materials.
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