ᐅ Insulation at the door threshold — similar to paving?

Created on: 15 Apr 2020 17:24
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knock88
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knock88
15 Apr 2020 17:24
Hello,
in the picture you can see the insulation with the door behind it. Now I want to install a block step or patio slabs level with the door threshold.
For this, I need a proper substructure. The insulation is in the way.

What should I do?

Cut it away?
Simply build up with concrete?
Just put a slab on top with recycled material underneath?

I would appreciate a few links or tips.

Thank you very much


Exterior photo of a door: raw concrete step with stains, dark door frame and doormat on the right.
rick201815 Apr 2020 20:12
I’m not entirely sure what you are planning, as it’s not clear from the picture. How will you handle drainage if you want a flush floor connection? How is the door sealed?
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knock88
15 Apr 2020 20:28
So, we have a canopy with a depth of 2m (6.5 feet) and a width greater than the front door. I haven’t really considered your questions yet. Drainage is managed through the slope and the canopy.
rick201820 Apr 2020 19:45
A roof covering helps, but even then you can have driving rain.
A ground-level door usually requires two sealing layers and a drainage channel.
No one can force you. If it is properly roofed, it can work without a drainage channel, as long as it is well sealed and the surface has sufficient slope.
Just keep this in mind.
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knock88
20 Apr 2020 20:04
So, I asked around again among friends and a site manager.

The latter suggests that I should cut away the insulation.

Another person said that if I properly seal the insulation from below and from the sides, it won’t move.

The door has a roof of 2.7m (9 feet) and on one side a wall, on the other side a roof that extends 1m (3 feet).

Of course, I’m installing it with a slope. I’m still considering whether to wrap the insulation or cut it away.