What is a deck membrane?
Weatherdek PVC membranes are specifically designed for use as waterproof walking surfaces on decks, patios, roof decks or wherever an attractive durable waterproof surface is required. The fact that these products serve as waterproofing materials makes the installation extremely important.
How much does Duradek cost per square foot?
The cost to Have Duradek installed varies depending on factors such as size, amount of detail, whether or not plywood needs to be installed or if the deck needs to be sloped etc. An approx. cost would be between $12 – $14 per sq. Ft.
What is Duradek made out of?
vinyl decking
What is vinyl decking? Vinyl decking is a low maintenance waterproof decking option constructed of PVC (polyvinyl chloride).
Should you waterproof under a deck?
The best way to waterproof under your deck is with a deck drainage system installed during construction. A drainage system diverts water away from the joists and beams. An over-the-joist deck drainage system such as Trex RainEscape provides 100% protection from the damage caused by wood repeatedly getting wet.
How do you waterproof a 2nd story deck?
A Tufdek vinyl membrane can be installed on a new or existing 2nd story deck and creates a completely waterproof seal above and below your deck. Water slopes off the edge of your vinyl deck, rather than slipping through the cracks. Your deck is completely protected, and so is the space underneath.
Is Duradek a PVC?
All Duradek Ultra PVC membranes have approvals as a Pedestrian Traffic Membrane. That makes a Duradek PVC Deck dual purpose; it acts as the outdoor flooring for the deck and acts as a roof over the living space or dry storage area below the deck.
Who is the owner of deck King?
DECK KING began in 1997 as a very small home-based, two-person business by partners Mike Burnham King and Sharon Hutchison. Shortly thereafter DECK KING became official as a small business and expanded to need formalized workshop premises in Fish Eagle Park, Kommetjie… read more
What is Dec-k-ing roofing system?
Our DEC-K-ING vinyl membranes are a fully approved single ply roofing system. The vinyl is fully adhered to the substrate, and any seams are permanently fused together with a hot air tool. Suitable substrates include plywood, concrete, metal, fiberglass or other flat non-reactive substances.
What is Viking Dec-k-ing?
It has been successfully proven in New Zealand over the last 20 years and is the perfect all-in-one waterproofing; aesthetic and grippy membrane solution for decks and walkways. Viking Dec-K-ing is not an ‘off the shelf’ product.
How long does Dec-k-ing last on a roof?
It is widely used on sundecks, balconies, walkways, restaurant patios and flat roofs to use as rooftop patios. Once installed a typical DEC-K-ING project will last upwards of 20 years. Learn more about all the accessories available to ensure a watertight finish with V-KOTE TEK™.