Hello,
even though I think this topic will probably be addressed next year, I would like to get some opinions now.
At first, we planned a WPC deck (about 5x4m (16x13 feet)) but are currently leaning towards porcelain stoneware tiles. In both cases: dark colors would be nice, but probably not an option due to heating issues.
For the porcelain stoneware tiles, I am now unsure whether to install them on a bed of gravel or on pedestal supports.
The following points are on my mind:
Unfortunately, there seem to be few people with experience in both options.
P.S. Both options will be bordered with edging stones around the perimeter.
even though I think this topic will probably be addressed next year, I would like to get some opinions now.
At first, we planned a WPC deck (about 5x4m (16x13 feet)) but are currently leaning towards porcelain stoneware tiles. In both cases: dark colors would be nice, but probably not an option due to heating issues.
For the porcelain stoneware tiles, I am now unsure whether to install them on a bed of gravel or on pedestal supports.
The following points are on my mind:
- Tiles on gravel beds heat up less (“advisor” at the hardware store says it doesn’t make a difference)
- With pedestals, it is “easier” to prepare the substructure, as small unevenness can be corrected using the pedestals
- Experience with pedestal supports? Do the tiles sound hollow? Are the pedestals prone to wobbling or is everything stable?
- Installation on gravel bed: Does everything remain flat, or do problems arise over time with some corners lifting or forming?
Unfortunately, there seem to be few people with experience in both options.
P.S. Both options will be bordered with edging stones around the perimeter.
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meister keks21 Sep 2017 18:13Hi.
First of all, I have two terraces with WPC decking.
The foundation/substrate is different for both.
One is concrete, and under the other is the mentioned gravel bed.
I also considered using pedestal supports but ultimately decided against them due to the quantity I would have needed.
Both the concrete and the gravel option are significantly cheaper for me.
Also, feel free to choose the darker color, whether stone or WPC.
When the sun shines on them, both get extremely hot in all colors.
The stone has the advantage that it stays warm even after the sun goes down.
WPC decking, on the other hand, does not retain heat and cools down quickly.
However, WPC decking is much easier to install for amateurs (like me).
First of all, I have two terraces with WPC decking.
The foundation/substrate is different for both.
One is concrete, and under the other is the mentioned gravel bed.
I also considered using pedestal supports but ultimately decided against them due to the quantity I would have needed.
Both the concrete and the gravel option are significantly cheaper for me.
Also, feel free to choose the darker color, whether stone or WPC.
When the sun shines on them, both get extremely hot in all colors.
The stone has the advantage that it stays warm even after the sun goes down.
WPC decking, on the other hand, does not retain heat and cools down quickly.
However, WPC decking is much easier to install for amateurs (like me).
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