The Art of Design Issue 29 2017 | Page 86

LEVATO MONO PORCELAIN PAVER SYSTEM FROM THE DECK TILE CO. - AS RECENTLY INSTALLED AT THE NEW ‘SUPERPUB’ FROM JD WETHERSPOON, RAMSGATE. The vast 750m2 wrap-around terrace has benefits of the Levato Mono Porcelain Paver Available in 40+ colours in both ultra- been covered with the Timeless range of System. realistic timber, stone and cementitious timber effect porcelain ‘planks’, a most effects. Combining 3D printing (with up complimentary finish blending in with the With all the benefits 20mm porcelain and to 30 prints available) and mould making coastal location and it’s wonderful sea view. the supports system has to offer, Levato technology produces identical copies of Mono is the ideal product for exterior the original materials, once laid the eye is The pre-installation support of the team at projects, both residential and commercial unable to discern any replicated pattern The Deck Tile Co. and the preparatory work alike. allowing for a completely natural looking involved was an essential part of this project • surface. and has resulted in an excellent finished result. 60x60 75x75 30x120 40x120 60x120. • ‘Floating floor’ – installation over single ply membranes. With hurdles to overcome, such as multiple falls, facilitating the erection of signage 20mm Porcelain pavers; 40x80 45x90 • Eternal product - zero maintenance struts and large static planters, the paver required, offering massive over-life system has, due to it’s flexibility, meant that savings. Recently specified for external dining areas at various JD Wetherspoon establishments, London Zoo, Jamie’s Italian Brighton, Bristol Airport East terminal extension, and the new Portico Terrace at Theatre Royal Drury Lane, where Levato Mono sandstone effect paver the terrace expanse was completed in under • Highly abrasion and stain resistant. ranges were considered so similar to natural three weeks. • Highly slip resistant; R11 AB&C. sandstone material that is was sanctioned • Lightweight – 45kgs per m2. for use on a Grade I listed building by • High load bearing and impact The use of the unique slope correcting/ height adjustable pedestals and retention resistance. system has enabled the creation of a stable, raised access ‘deck’ and when combined • with the 20mm porcelain pavers - offers the user fine quality external flooring, with low level on-going maintenance costs and high slip resistance - to name just two of the key Timber & stone effects; 40+ finishes available. • Completely non-porous. • Frost proof. English Heritage. www.thedecktileco.co.uk