Infinity Impresses at Aberfoyle Lodge
Perhaps the most dramatic showcase for the Infinity range of composite decking can be found at the imposing Aberfoyle Lodge in the eastern highland tea plantations of Zimbabwe
The imposing Arches @ Aberfoyle was designed by a leading Zimbabwean architect , and incorporates a suspension bridge design that also includes a viewing deck , art gallery and wedding venue .
The ambitious span of the structure made Infinity a natural for the project . Infinity , as a composite bamboo and polymer decking material , has achieved global renown in the construction industry for its strength , light weight and durability .
“ The sheer ambition of the Arches @ Aberfoyle structure and its idyllic natural setting perfectly echoes Eva-Last ’ s values of sustainability , innovation , accountability and customer excellence , said Marc Minne , Co-founder and CEO of Eva-Last .
The Infinity technology is Eva-Last ’ s most durable composite option in its range of bamboo-polymer composite products . The streaked colour patterns in the capping give a pleasing appearance that closely resembles the look of timber , and the various colour options available in Infinity mimics different wood grains to allow for diverse timber effects .
In 2017 Eva-Last saw the need for a new , lighter and more cost-effective deck board , and through innovative design , developed the I-Series board . This new board profile has proved to be immensely popular from the outset for a number of reasons .
“ We based the I-Series board on an I-Beam profile design as it makes it incredibly strong . The profile design means that less material is used in its construction , so it is both lighter and more cost-effective to produce ,” says Marc . “ The triangulated design of the I-beam ’ s underside pedestals means that it is extremely strong , from a load-bearing perspective , and is able to maintain span capability despite containing less materials .”
Infinity is available in various board profiles to meet the demands of various global markets or differing installation requirements . The most widely used profile is the double-sided grooved board option which is secured using Eva-Last ’ s HULK hidden deck fasteners for the neatest of finishes .
The Infinity range also offers a square-edged board , ideal for deck and stair edges , and can also be used as an attractive ‘ deck-on-the-wall ’ cladding application . Thanks to Eva-Last ’ s allinclusive approach to installation , Hulk Fasteners composite screws are produced in matching colours to complement the Infinity range and create a seamless look .
For trims , or screening as alternative applications , the Infinity double-sided fascia board is available as a lighter weight material . With a non-load bearing design , the Infinity fascia board matches Infinity decking profiles in grain and colour and is ideal for finishing deck edges .
Infinity composite is produced from bamboo which is a readily available resource , with a four-year-regrowth cycle , while typical timber forests have a 20-year renewal cycle ; together with the polymer component made from recycled plastics .
Infinity composite technology carries a 25-year warranty across all of its products .
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