The interior life is now part of the architectural interest of a home - the relationship between interiors and exteriors, how they are interdependent, and enhance one another visually and structurally. To make the most of your property, it is wise to have an extension which flows from indoors to the outdoors. A continuity of indoor to outdoor space is the new standard of attractive architectures. A popular way to transform your exterior space is a wood deck. For homeowners who neither have enough time, resources, or the time to start a full and permanent wood deck structure, Wooderra strongly recommends wood deck tiles as the ultimate solution.

1. What makes deck tiles the excellent alternative?

• Easy installation: Deck tiles are easy to install.They are a quick, smart fix to upgrade old, damaged, discolored wood decks or equally troubled concrete slabs, or composite decks; or else form a semi-permanent, yet valuable wood deck. With simple construction skills, deck tiles are a great DIY project to start with. No particular tools are required, installing them doesn't even involve raising a hammer. The only material easier to work with than deck tiles is a rug.
• A low cost project: It is definitely an easy-enough wood deck project to pull off by yourself without hiring a professional. Deck tiles are a budget-friendly option compared to other materials. Additionally, as they can be installed right on top of the existing surface, it saves you tons of money that you would otherwise have to spend on removing your existing wood deck or demolishing your patio.
• Time-saver: Deck tiles also fast to work with saving time. They can just be snapped together. Turn a shabby outdoor area to a trendy wood deck in a matter of hours. This is a real time-saver for homeowners with busy lifestyles.
• Floatable: Deck tiles can be installed over any existing flat and stable surface without any difficulty. This translates into an array of possibilities to touch up an outdoor area without the need to lay anchors or joists.
• Acclimation not needed: Unlike wood flooring boards that need to sit in the area of installation for a few days, deck tiles don't need to be acclimatized, can be removed straight out of the box to build a wood deck just when it suits you.
• Covering the flaws of existing floor surfaces: Deck tiles' stability guarantees to perform well over the most damages on a preexistent surface without the need to repair, given it is an old concrete or wood floor with minor or considerable damages. Certain major structural damages should be discussed and addressed before an installation of deck tiles.
• Scratch Resistant: Deck tiles are a worry-free option as they don't easily scratch. This is helpful especially if you have children or pets, or if you plan to entertain on your deck.
• Customized design: Depending on your interests, deck tile boards can either be set parallel, geometric or crisscross patterns, or in medallion style. Deck tiles come in a wide range of colors, styles, and sizes allowing homeowners to express their design interests.
• Easy replacement of deck tiles: Just as you can install deck tiles effortless, damaged ones can be easily snapped out and replaced immediately.
• A convenient option in rental or temporary spaces: Deck tiles can be placed in a rental property and back in the box later with ease. Thanks to how convenient the installation is, as they basically can be floated and snapped together to build a wood deck. Deck tiles are the solution for renters who want to transform the bare concrete of a balcony or patio but don't wish to spend too much to upgrade somebody else's property.

2. What are the disadvantages of deck tiles?

While the advantages outweigh the drawbacks, it is still worth pointing them out so that you can have a comprehensive understanding of this material.

• Curves are difficult: Deck tiles work great to form a rectangular or square patio with ease because of the standard shapes they are sold in. On the other hand, creating a curved patio with square deck tiles mean there will be a lot of work and skills involved to fit them in this particular design.
• Can't be laid over soil: Deck tiles can only sit on a patio or concrete pad. In other words, flat surfaces.

3. Where are the best places to use deck tiles?

Deck tiles can be used in many applications:

• A formation of a pretty garden pathway: Deck tiles are reportedly used by many homeowners to form a walkway to and throughout the garden.
• Around the pool or hot tub: They spruce up the architectural features and provide a visually appealing structure around these areas.
• Rooftops: An easy solution to revitalize your outdoor space using deck tiles.
• Boats: Deck tiles are also useful on water as boat owners praise the ones made of resilient tropical wood species for their strength, water resistance, and good looks.
• Sauna rooms and garage floor: You can totally invigorate these spaces and add characters to them using deck tiles, and, why not? even as a door mat - that's how versatile wood deck tiles are.

Whether you wish to install a semi-permanent decking structure for your home or have a commercial application such as a bar or restaurant, using our smart deck tiles is the perfect solution.

4. What are my material options of wood deck tiles?

There is a large pool of types of woods out there with their own unique colors, traits, and virtues. Deck tiles are made of various popular woods, some of which are:

• Teak deck tiles: Teak is virtuous for its radiant honey-brown color, resilience, durability, and dimensional stability. Thanks to its natural oil content that prevents humidity penetration and its silicon content that blocks metal oxidation, the wood is the prioritized material in many home innovation projects, including teak flooring, teak ceilings, and for multiple different purposes in the bathroom. Teak deck tiles perform well over any flat surface, garden or crushed tone walkways are not exceptions. Teak's natural defenses keep the harmful elements and insects at bay while maintaining the lively looks for seasons after seasons. Standing against inclement weathers, teak deck tiles are most hunted items.
• Cumaru deck tiles: Also highly priced in the exotic hardwood flooring market, Cumaru deck introduces a richness of golden tan and reddish brown colors that accented with dark grains. Cumaru is naturally rot and insect resistant, making it an ideal material to be used in gardens, patios, or in any exterior design. Many fancy hotels and villas choose Cumaru to make an architectural statement whether indoors or outdoors. Its enticing attributes help create the outdoor living you crave. We harvest the logs to manufacture Cumaru deck tiles from our responsibly managed and renewable forests in Panama.
• Amargo Amargo deck tiles: aka Bitterwood or Angelim Faveira in Brazil. The species has a natural defense that protects itself from termites and rotting attacks. Being very durable, Amargo Amargo receives positive feedback from customers and companies who have incorporated it in their exterior renovation projects. Amargo Amargo deck tiles turn to a dark golden brown after being exposed to light. This makes it an ideal option for customers expect a pleasing visual transformation of their deck upon light exposure, other than a gray patina. Plus, Amargo Amargo is much easier to work with than Ipe considering it is a semi-hard wood species.
• Ipe deck tiles: Ipe has an excellent durability and insect resistance. Ipe deck tiles are also scratch resistant and can last for years. However, the wood is not as reliable to be used on boats and in wet areas as teak. It is interesting to note that Ipe is slightly harder than teak but teak is not susceptible to twisting and warping under extreme conditions, while Ipe is.
• Eucalyptus deck tiles: Eucalyptus's density is impressive and like teak, it is repellant to decay and fungi well. The deck tiles' honey color with highlights of subtle rose is definitely a plus.

5. Installation tips

Imagine it like a puzzle. Whether you are a first timer or highly experienced constructor, installing deck tiles promises to be a fun and easy project, regardless of the material, color, or chosen. Make sure the surface is as smooth and even as possible before starting.

Each Wooderra's deck tile is milled with four predrilled holes, one in each corner. They can be easily put together using our smart deck tile connectors with four especially designed fasteners ready to made to fit each hole. Simply place each tile onto the preinstalled fasteners. Continue with the succeeding tiles by setting them onto the remaining pins.

Wooderra's deck tiles are designed to secure the connection and hinder any slipping to form a stable and safe surface. If your project involves protuberances, some cutting might be required to fit around them. The instances vary, such as a vent, column, or fireplace attached to the floor. Otherwise, cutting the tiles can be ruled out if you have a regular floor space and nothing is attached to it.

6. Some consideration notes

Projects may vary but there are chief factors that cannot be missed in any project. Ask yourself the following questions:

• How durable are the deck tiles? The first element to consider is not beauty, but durability. For an outdoor setting, deck tiles made of tropical woods with recognizable resilience like teak will save you the money that would otherwise be spent on replacement, as they will stand the test of endurance for a considerably long time. Keep in mind that picking a wood species that has been traditionally used in water body applications is ideal for a deck tile project in a wet environment.
• What are the colors I want? Visual appeal is definitely the second consideration. Do a research about how a prospective wood will age before making any decision. On one hand, some wood deck tiles will naturally weather to gray patina and become rich in color under exposure to sun and certain elements. In contrast, some will lose their appealing tone and even will be faded out.
• Which do I perfer? Do you want to place the deck tiles together to form a combination of different designs? A lay out of complicated geometric design or even recto? Or a simple diagonal pattern? You can also incorporate different deck tiles to accentuate a certain outdoor features.

Remember that the life expectancy of your deck tiles depend greatly on the wood species you select. Insect-resistance is a high priority quality if your deck tiles are to be installed outdoors.

Essentially, deck tiles are cost-effective, hassle-free home improvement idea which works well in just about any setting. Wooderra owns a versatile mill so we have the capability to cut deck tiles for any system, for orders of at least 1 container. A set up charge shall be discussed, depending on the conditions and requirements of the order placement.

Recap on the qualities of deck tiles:

1. Form a stable, semi-permanent deck by being installed over any existing flat and smooth surface with ease

2. An outdoor transformation is guaranteed in a fraction of the time of other decking options

3. More budget-friendly than other materials, cost of old deck/patio removal is not necessary when using deck tiles

4. No need to be acclimated and can be used right away

5. Cover structural damages of existing flooring surface efficiently, scratch-resistant

6. Design customization is possible

7. Ideal option for a rental place improvement project

8. Available in a huge variety of colors, styles, and designs

9. Adapt to perform wonderfully in whichever area they are installed: garden walkway; hot or pool area, sauna room, rooftops, boats, and garage floor.

10. Wooderra's deck tiles are made of sustainably harvested logs of hardwoods, including the highly valued Teak, Cumaru, and Amargo Amargo that introduce sophisticated taste and values to your property and last for decades.