| Elements | Tiles | floorboards | |
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The strengths and weaknesses
Here you will find an overview of the strengths and weaknesses of each decking material. Five stars mean that the material is very suitable for use or fulfills the requirement very well.| Floorboards | Elements | Tiles | |
| Laying on earth, turf, gravel | ![]() |
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| Laying on concrete, stone, tiles | ![]() |
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| Installation on beams or posts | ![]() |
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| Suitable for complicated surfaces | ![]() |
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| Simple installation | ![]() |
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| Size of the timbers | ![]() |
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| Suitable for low installation heights | ![]() |
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| Suitable for high installation heights | ![]() |
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| Suitable for short spans | ![]() |
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| Suitable for long spans | ![]() |
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| Favorable price | ![]() |
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| Creative freedom | ![]() |
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