How to choose joists?

How to choose joists?

If the sleepers composite and aluminum are not suitable for you, you can always Choose of the sleepers class IV exotic wood. These sleepers resist humidity and rotting quite well, which gives them a considerable lifespan and, it must be said, rather comfortable.

Which joist for terrace on pedestal?

The sleepers aluminum can be laid with blades terrace in natural and composite wood. It is recommended to have a stable ground to avoid twisting sleepers and of isolate them well from the ground using the terrace pedestals.

Which section of wood for a terrace?

The terraces raised more than 60 cm from the ground must be made with a framework of joists of section at least 45x145mm. This frame rests on support points such as a mural and posts drink.

What size joist?

The sleepers can be of variable thickness (28.45, 60mm). The width, on the other hand, must always be greater than 50mm, according to DTU 51-4, but a width of 70mm is ideal to be able to connect 2 decking boards and correctly fix the stainless steel screws.

How to choose terrace joists?

The sleepers The minimum height varies from 40 to 65 mm. According to DTU 51.4, it must correspond to at least: 1.5 times the thickness of the blades of terrace6 times the blade fixing screw diameter + 10 mm.

Which section for joists?

The section usual sleepers is of 38-42 X 60-70 mm (the thickness of the joist is at least 1.5 times that of the blade). If you install composite wood slats on pedestals, you must use sleepers in wood.

What thickness of terrace joist?

The sleepers can be of variable thickness (28.45, 60mm). The width, on the other hand, must always be greater than 50mm, according to DTU 51-4, but a width of 70mm is ideal to be able to connect 2 blades of terrace and fix the stainless steel screws correctly.

What size deck joist?

The maximum range of the joist 58x195mm is 3m between 2 supports. Depending on the blade type terraces used, the center distance between the joists must be adjusted. Generally, to our composite woods, the recommended center distance is 40cm. He is 50cm to resinous blades.

Which stone to choose for your terrace?

Several colors and patterns depending on the chosen stone (slate, travertine, limestone, marble, granite…) * depending on the type of color, finish and range. We advise you not to choose the first prices, because the low quality material is thin and will not allow your terrace to last over time.

How much does a wooden deck cost?

More or less expensive: a quality wooden deck can be quite expensive. The prices are however very variable, since the prices will go from 15 to more than 100€ per m2. Note that the composite wood deck can be a quality solution if you want the appearance of a deck, without inheriting its difficulty of maintenance.

What are the advantages of a transparent patio roof?

Transparent roof for terrace – the advantages. The roof greatly increases the use of your deck or patio. Shelter from the rain and winds guarantees you pleasant days outdoors even during the rainy season.

Why choose a roof for your terrace or patio?

What really matters is the quality of the materials used when creating the structure. The roof greatly increases the use of your deck or patio. Shelter from the rain and winds guarantees you pleasant days outdoors even during the rainy season.