How to Design a Complex Deck: From Ultra Low Curved Rooftops to Raised Tile Structures

Design and construction for deck areas can be complicated. Variables include low-raised heights over uneven substrates, moisture-resistance, durability of materials, span and load requirements, how to fix multiple surface types, achieving a level finish with the interior floor and design elements such as curves.

Pictured is a selection of recent Outdure projects with complex deck designs featuring Outdure decking, pavers, and turf on QwickBuild; from resorts, multi-residential rooftops, remedial tile decks over membrane, a council Olympic pool upgrade, the new Park Hyatt podium and surrounds, curved decking and turf areas for aged care villages, to low height terrace balconies.

Outdure’s QwickBuild aluminium framing system is designed to support hardwood and composite decking, exterior tiles/pavers, and even synthetic turf (on QwickBuild aluminium baseboards).

QwickBuild comes in a range of profiles to suit all deck heights over all substrates, with the lowest profile just 28mm high to the longer span joist-bearers for raised structures over 3m+.

Outdure make it easy for architects: They review the project requirements and provide frame and surface options plus accurate quantification.

Head on over to www.outdure.com to download installation guides and more.

QwickBuild Deck Frame System for Decking, Tiles and Synthetic Turf

Outdure

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QwickBuild is an external flooring system that provides strong, durable, stable structures to support hardwood and composite decking boards, exterior tiles, and synthetic turf, or a combination of surfaces.

QwickBuild is designed for installations over natural ground, concrete pads, existing pavers and waterproof membranes. The system allows for the construction of support structures ranging from ultra-low height through to structures 3m+.

Benefits for deck structures under 400mm in height, especially areas where deck structures are built over a waterproof membrane, this includes rooftop spaces and apartment balconies. The system has low height capabilities enabling a flush internal and external floor levels that are of complex integrating surfaces.

Residential and commercial applications
Framework designed to 'float' on a waterproof membrane without penetrating it
Low-height, long-span capabilities
Load capacity of up to 5kN point load and 5kPa UDL
Accessible solution — enables flush levels between interior and exterior floor surfaces

Suitable for:

Commercial rooftop decks
Apartment complexes
Resorts
Educational facilities
Aged care facilities
Backyard renovations

Commercial rooftop decks
Apartment complexes
Resorts
Educational facilities
Aged care facilities
Backyard renovations

Profiles are manufactured from lightweight structural aluminium with marine-grade anodised or powder-coated finish.

UltraPlush Turf

Outdure

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Enjoy outdoor living year round.

Commercial rooftop decks
Apartment complexes
Resorts
Educational facilities
Aged care facilities
Backyard renovations

High UV and moisture resistance
A very low maintenance solution
Fire retardant
FIFA certified

Stone Inspire Exterior Tile Range

Outdure

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The elegant Stone Inspire range is characterised by a subtle tonal variation making each tile unique.

Suitable for use with deck jacks/pedestals
Ideal for high traffic zones
Exterior use

Suitable for:

Commercial rooftop decks
Apartment complexes
Resorts
Educational facilities
Aged care facilities
Backyard renovations

Anti-slip rating of R11
Resistant to frosts, chemicals and staining

Mineral Exterior Tile Range

Outdure

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The full body vitrified porcelain tiles have pigment through the entire thickness to protect against discolouring, fading and scratches.

Suitable for use with deck jacks/pedestals
Ideal for high traffic zones
Exterior use
Suitable for:
- Commercial rooftop decks
- Apartment complexes
- Resorts
- Educational facilities
- Aged care facilities
- Backyard renovations

Commercial rooftop decks
Apartment complexes
Resorts
Educational facilities
Aged care facilities
Backyard renovations

Anti-slip rating of R11
Resistant to frosts, chemicals and staining

CasaDeck Composite Decking Range

Outdure

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CasaDeck is the new generation of Outdure's original composite board range EcoDecking.

Designed for higher impact resistance and UDL and Point load engineering capacity
Improved moisture resistance — for low height applications
Suitable for:

Commercial rooftop decks
Apartment complexes
Resorts
Educational facilities
Aged care facilities
Backyard renovations

Commercial rooftop decks
Apartment complexes
Resorts
Educational facilities
Aged care facilities
Backyard renovations

Made from durable recycled wood and high-quality UV resistant recycled PVC
Non-slip properties — P5 rated
Boards are virtually colourfast, splinter-free and nail-free
Designed for higher impact resistance and UDL and Point load engineering capacity

Made from durable recycled wood and high-quality UV resistant recycled PVC
Non-slip properties — P5 rated
Boards are virtually colourfast, splinter-free and nail-free
Designed for higher impact resistance and UDL and Point load engineering capacity

The use of nasty chemicals for maintenance is eliminated as no oiling, staining or painting is required
Light marks can be evened out with the use of a soft brush

The use of nasty chemicals for maintenance is eliminated as no oiling, staining or painting is required
Light marks can be evened out with the use of a soft brush

ResortDeck with UltraSheild Technology

Outdure

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ResortDeck attributes include durability, style, and ease of maintenance.

Suitable for installation onto a traditional timber deck frame, or onto the QwickBuild sub-frame system.

UV Resistant Layer
Non-slip coefficient
Termite and pest proof
10 years warranty

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