We're considering ceramic tile for a deck that will be exposed to the worst a Minnesota winter has to offer. From what I've read it seems feasible with the proper underlayment, but does anyone have experience or advice to offer?
Thanks, Tom
I'm doing the same thing in NJ and got some different advice.
Don't use ceramic, too porous. Freeze thaw will bust it up. Porcelain is recommended. I am using VersaTile Redquarry Tile rated for outdoors.
I got differing opinions on underlayment membranes. Some adamently advised for it. Some said don't bother. I used it.
Some recommended some special "caralastic" (very expensive) thinset mix. Some recommended mason mix. I used Hydroment PM.
And make sure you seal the grout.
Good Luck
GigaNews wrote:
the difference between ceramic and porcelein is the temperature it was fired at (porcelein is fired hotter, and thus makes a stronger tile). porcelein can be very slippery also. the type has nothing to do with how slippery it is. that is regulated by the type of glazing and/or any added nonskid materials added to the glaze.
Your local tile supplier does. :)
Jeff
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