T3-465403

Balconies facing the afternoon sun are hard on floors, and harder on solid timber, which cups and gaps within a couple of seasons here. T3-465403 is rated for outdoor use and does not move. The pale natural clear stain stays cooler underfoot than a dark floor in the same position, and the satin texture gives a light tooth that helps when rain blows in. Five random faces cover a normal condominium balcony without an obvious repeat, though mixing two boxes as you lay is still worth the minute it takes. Each box holds 5 planks of 200 x 1000 mm, 1.00 m2 of coverage, 20 kg.

• Will T3-465403 swell in a humid climate?

  No. T3-465403 is glazed ceramic with 6 to 8 percent water absorption, so humid months do not make it swell, cup or warp the way timber and laminate can.

• How many boxes of T3-465403 for a 5 x 6 m living and dining area?

  A 5 x 6 m room is 30 m². With 10 percent extra for cutting, that is 33 boxes, since each box of 5 planks (20 x 100 cm) covers 1.00 m² and weighs about 20 kg.

• Can T3-465403 go on a balcony or porch?

  Yes. T3-465403 is rated for outdoor use, so covered balconies, porches and walkways can have a wood deck look without the upkeep of real timber.

• What upkeep does T3-465403 need?

  Sweep, then mop with a mild floor cleaner. The glazed satin textured face needs no oiling, sanding or polish.