If you are thinking of installing a new porch floor really consider installing interlocking deck tiles over your existing porch floor.
It can be well worth the cost and they look fantastic.
Since they are not "fastened" to the floor, you can take them with you if you move. That's a good investment.
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More advantages of interlocking outdoor tiles
They hide minor cracks and blemishes without any additional work.
Major damage; however, may need to be repaired prior to installing the deck tiles.
They are scratch resistant - nice if you have pets
You do not have to remove the existing structure (unless it is not conducive for laying the tiles).
So there is no demolition and removal to a land fill.
My favorite - you can create your own design!
You can run a unique border around the perimeter of your porch, you can create elaborate designs down the middle, or simply mix and match to your heart's content.
Installation can be quick.
If you are laying the tiles over concrete or other solid flooring you could easily finish a medium size porch in a day or less.
Consider using them for patio, deck, basement, balconies, rooftops, walkways, pools, and hot tubs!
Deck tiles look fantastic on porches, decks, and patios as depicted in the photo above.
You too, can have the look of a fine deck or porch floor - check out your options below.
Interlocking Deck Tile Options
Interlocking tiles make great porch flooring and the options seem almost endless. Interlocking tiles are available in a number of materials,
We found the following samples of interlocking outdoor tiles at HandyDeck.com.
Wood: Your wood options include decking tiles made from Ipe, Bankirai, Brazil Walnut, Brazil Teak, Eucalyptus, to name just a few.
Stone Tiles: Stone tile options include porcelain, slate, or granite (Note: it's important to ensure the surface is as smooth as possible so tiles do not "rock" on the surface below.)
These are great examples of types of stone tiles.
Slate Decking Tile Samples
Granite Interlocking Deck Tile Samples
Porcelain Sample Tiles
Composite Decking Tiles: Composite decking tiles are low maintenance composite wood interlocking patio pavers that won't crack, split, splinter or rot.
These are easy to maintain and are a good alternative to wood.
These are examples of composite wood tiles.
Bamboo: Bamboo tiles contain a non-toxic boron additive that permanently prevents termites and many other insects. Bamboo offers you a great look.
A word of caution: Do not use interlocking tiles on steps or stairways.
Because they are not directly attached to the flooring structure, they can move and cause you to fall.
Our porch flooring materials section covers other materials that are ideal for steps and stairways.
There's more to interlocking deck tiles than what you see.
They are easy to install because of their design and made to last.
We'll also show you some examples of finished areas to include a porch and more and explain the "need to know" stuff about this great product.
Don't miss our section on interlocking deck tile extras!
