Terrace board is in demand in the building materials market. It is of two types: deck (smooth) and embossed. The rough surface is more widespread, since it prevents slipping.
Installation of a terrace board begins with the preparation of the base, which is done with a slight bias from the building. First, they dig out the top layer of the earth (20 cm), fill it with gravel, creating a slope from the house. Top level with a layer of gravel. If the surface is fairly smooth - for example, slabs, or a concrete base, then the logs are laid directly on them.
Stacking
Professionals say that before starting the installation of a terrace board, the products must be kept in the place where they will be located. It is not recommended to carry out work at low temperatures. The material must be laid on the logs, but not on the ground or the base. A prerequisite for good installation is the presence of a gap so that there is ventilation. Without compensation clearance, deformation of the product may occur. Stretching and contraction of profiles is possible due to temperature fluctuations, therefore this fact must be foreseen.
Installation of a terrace board begins with the preparation of the necessary equipment. To build the terrace you will need the following tool:
- pencil;
- ruler;
- drill;
- saw;
- a circular saw;
- crosses for gaps;
- gloves and glasses.
Which material is most suitable for terraces? Experts say this is larch. Installation of a larch terrace deck requires ongoing prevention. In autumn and spring, the terrace is treated with special substances so that there is no rotting of the wood. Professionals say that if you process products with a wax emulsion, they will be durable and durable.
Larch terrace boards are used to decorate the area near the pond. Widely used in landscape design paths, piers, gangways, floorings and pools. Wood requires constant care; dirt is washed off with water and detergents. Especially dirty places are rubbed with a brush, but do not use solvents.
Larch Characteristics:
- solid wood;
- beautiful appearance;
- good density;
- rich colors;
- high resistance to decay;
- resistance to destruction by insects.
Installation of a terrace board, the price of material and work as a result is considerable. For example, if a board costs 285 rubles. per linear meter, then its installation will cost another 500 rubles. per square meter. If you want to use cheaper similar wood, you can purchase a deck board.
Products are divided into the following categories: extra, prima, A, B. Boards of the highest category - extra-class - are not damaged; they have no cracks and knots. The prima variety has several healthy knots and cracks, as well as resinous formations. Category A products have healthy and dark knots and also have cracks. In addition to all these properties, Category B wood may have sinks on its front side. Installation of terrace boards is carried out by open and hidden masonry methods.
The material for the terrace from WPC (wood-polymer composites) has gathered all the best properties. Wood and plastic have an ideal appearance. Their unequal ratio is so successfully used by various manufacturers.