Questions & Answers — NewTechWood UltraShield 12" x 12" Composite Deck Tiles

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• Q: How do these tiles hold up in the Florida heat/ Sun?

  A: The NewTechWood UltraShield 12" x 12" Deck Tiles are specially designed to stand up to harsh weather and outdoor environments and would work perfectly.

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• Q: Can I install without screws? I have a porch with a wall on two sides that I can't screw into. Also, do I need a drainage gap underneath?

  A: Yes, the NewTechWood UltraShield 12" x 12" Deck Tiles do not require screwing into the wall. This is one of the simplest products to install. The tiles have a locking system making it easy to interlock them onto one another. A drainage gap is not always needed. Most of our customers simply lay these down over a flat surface and interlock them together.

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• Q: How many pieces to a box?

  A: 10 tiles per box.

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• Q: Can these tiles be installed over an existing outdoor wood deck?

  A: Yes, The NewTechWood UltraShield 12" x 12" Deck Tiles can be installed on a wood deck, provided that it is level and free from major defects.

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• Q: I was wondering if the tile includes the plastic interlocking base or if this measurement is only of the tile itself.

  A: These interlocks are part of the tile. The full surface area is 12" x 12".

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• Q: How do you cut the tiles to make a perfect fit?

  A: The NewTechWood UltraShield 12" x 12" Deck Tiles can be cut with a table saw, jigsaw, or a tile cutter. It is best to measure the area before making cuts.

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• Q: Are these tiles appropriate to install over a membrane roof?

  A: The tiles have pointy bottom pieces and may rip or damage the membrane. It would not be recommended.

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• Q: Are the NewTechWood UltraShield deck tile floors water tight or do they allow water to seep through?

  A: They are water permeable, water will flow through.

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• Q: Are this slippery when wet?

  A: These tiles have a textured surface that helps provide some grip when wet.

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