


You can leave DeckProtect outside through all seasons and weather. Is DeckProtect Weather-Proof? Can I leave the DeckProtect in place under the fire pit when I am not using it? Yes. The heat under a fire pit will not likely be more than 600 degrees Fahrenheit The flame from a propane torch reaches 2000 degrees Fahrenheit but does not cause the basalt (volcanic rock) fiber board we use in DeckProtect to flame or catch fire. Is DeckProtect™ fire proof? It is completely nonflammable. DeckProtect’s specially designed heavy aluminum tray and feet avoids contact with the deck surface. A pad of any kind left on a deck may become damp underneath or collect moisture and result in an unsightly stain on the deck. DeckProtect is a complete system of protection specifically engineered for use under a fire pit with an inch of basalt (volcanic rock) fiber board that cannot catch fire. What is the difference between DeckProtect and a fire-resistant grill mat? A grill mat is designed to catch grease splatters and sauce spills. However PVC decking is likely to see some damage under almost any fire pit if not effectively protected. To be fair, this test was conducted with a fire pit that burns hotter than most. You can see the results of our testing here. Email: I need DeckProtect for an AZEK deck? We have found in our testing that Azek decking, which is an all-plastic (PVC) material, is more vulnerable to heat under a fire pit than capped composite decking. To order from Alaska, Hawaii, or a foreign country, please send us an email so we can send you a shipping quote.

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states plus Canada is priced in our shopping cart. Tall is DeckProtect? Combining the frame and the hard rubber feet, DeckProtect stands a little less than 2 inches high.Ĭan DeckProtect™ ship to Canada, Alaska, Hawaii, England, or Australia? Yes, absolutely. If you have a particularly heavy fire pit or fire table or a fire pit with a unique arrangement of feet, please let us know so that we can build your order to accommodate your fire pit. How Much Weight can DeckProtect Support? We build DeckProtect to support the weight of most fire pits with a load of hardwood logs and the weight of most fire tables up to 200 lbs. One of the advantages of DeckProtect is that it is easy to pick and move or store. For example, the standard 24" square weighs 8 lbs. How Heavy is DeckProtect? It weighs less than you might think. We know that our pricing limits the number we can sell. If we could have come up with a different design that would be less expensive to make and still give us the confidence to assure you that your deck will be protected, we would. The price is based on cost of materials and time consumed in building it. It is important to point out, however, that this value is not how we establish pricing. The value is peace of mind for homeowners who have invested in a nice deck. The value of DeckProtect is that you simply will not have to worry about it, whatever kind of fire pit, and whatever the weather. There are a lot of variables, and it is hard to know exactly how much damage, if any, a fire pit will cause. Under certain conditions, such as a lot of space under the fire bowl and cold evening with a breeze, a fire pit may not cause any damage at all. What makes DeckProtect Worth the Price? Some fire pits will definitely cause a lot of damage to a wood or composite deck. There are too many different shapes, sizes, and colors to mass produce. Also, we custom build every DeckProtect as orders come in. We work with a number of suppliers to source the materials, and there are many time-consuming steps in the production. What determines DeckProtect Pricing? It has a low profile, but a lot goes into custom making it.
