Feature of plastic tiles
Sidewalk tiles made of plastic in many respects surpasses other types of tiles, having the following advantages:
- Strength;
It does not crack and does not stick because of the use of binders, which give it plasticity. Therefore it is very convenient to transport and lay, it is not as fragile as concrete;
- Durability, service life of about 50 years;
- Water resistance;
The tile is waterproof and waterproof. It does not absorb water and does not allow it to accumulate on the surface. Directly this quality and distinguishes it from concrete, which moisture destroys. Due to water resistance, the polymer perfectly tolerates hail, showers, snowfalls and other effects. Also, one does not have to worry about the spring thaw, because of which chips and cracks form on other types of material;
- Frost resistance, perfectly tolerates winter, in addition, no puddles appear on the surface;
- Heat resistance;
A high figure does not allow snow and ice to linger on the surface. Through the gaps between the cells, the moisture quickly evaporates, which gives a 100% guarantee that water mirrors are not formed under them;
- Anti-skid, provides excellent grip with shoes;
- Resistance to aggressive environment, not affected by oils, acids and other harmful substances;
- Resistance to color loss, due to high-quality dyes, the tile does not lose its saturation for a long time.
The use of tiles from plastic
In addition, tile paving plastic garden has the following qualities:
- Ease of operation. It is easy to clean, and during repair work it can be disassembled and re-placed.
- Environmentally friendly. At elevated temperature does not emit volatile substances, as does asphalt, and does not lose its strength.
- Aesthetics. Has a wide choice of colors and a strict shape geometry.
Use this tile in a variety of places. It can spread and pavement paths, and production facilities. Still such places most often are garages, summer cafes, shopping pavilions, car washes, parks, etc.
In addition, because of its low weight, plastic paving slabs have been used for flat roofing, which is planned to be actively used in the future. Also, from this tile lay out the garden paths, than ennoble the territory, and the thin one can be used for the lining of the socle.
Laying of plastic tiles
There is nothing special and complicated in laying tiles. It, as well as others, is laid on a sand cushion, cement mortar or tile glue. So, in order to put the tile, you need to prepare the material for the base. For this you can use gravel, cement and sand.
Next, we must directly make this foundation. Should be a sand and gravel pillow, for this use sand, 3-5 cm, gravel, 10-15 cm. The cushion should be as thick as possible to begin laying the tiles.
Produced by kiyanki( rubber hammer).The joints between the laid tiles should be left for 3-5 mm. After this, you can make curbs, which are installed on a sand-cement pillow. Their height should be above the tile to 5 cm. Now fill the seams with sand or a mixture of cement and sand.
Polymer tiles are today considered to be one of the most economical and durable pavement coatings. It surpasses other materials in a number of positive properties, so it can be used in a variety of outdoor works.