Are the tiles Costco sells RaceDeck tiles and aren't they the same?
The tiles Costco sells are from RaceDeck but they are not exactly the same. The differences are:
- They are a little thinner then the standard RaceDeck tiles. So they don't offer the same weight load.
- They have a different Diamond pattern so if you were to buy the Costco tiles and then later buy the regular RaceDeck tiles the patterns would not match up.
Other differences are Costco only offers 2 colors, the standard RaceDeck tiles offers 14 colors. Costco the minium buy is one case or 48 tiles. With the standard RaceDeck tiles you can buy as little as 1 tile.
If Costco stops selling the tiles where are you going to get replacement or additional tiles?
Standard RaceDeck tile on LEFT and Costco tile on RIGHT.
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What are the tiles made of?
They are made of Polypropylene, a non-porous, high-density composite polymer that is not affected by solvents, gasoline, or automotive chemicals. They are made in the USA of virgin raw product, not recycled plastic. Some other competitors’ products can be made of ABS or PVC plastic which is cheaper to manufacture but will not withstand the kind of weight or strong solvents that RaceDeck will. Polypropylene is used in many automotive applications such as fuel tanks and many of the plastic components in the engine compartment.
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Can I drive on the RaceDeck tiles?
Yes. In fact, they are in use at several facilities where fork lifts or 45,000lb Fire Trucks are being driven on them daily. RaceDeck has a very high weight roll-capacity.
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Can I use a floor jack or jack stands on the floors?
Yes. Vehicles can be supported on work stands on RaceDeck. Jack-stands with sharp bottom edges should have some form of protection under them to prevent gouging into the tile. Floor jacks are also no problem as well as engine stands, etc.
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How do the tiles disassemble?
Always pull the male "peg" out from female "loop", or you can break a part the tiles at the joint bending the tiles "back-to-back". You can break apart the tiles by holding the finish side up and breaking them at the seam over your knee. You'll not harm tile locks by disassembling this way, but NEVER fold them "face-to-face". This breaks locking loops and will void the warranty.
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How long will it take to install a floor?
A typical 400 sq. ft. garage floor can be installed by two experienced people in about 2-3 hours, including cutting. A 400 sq. ft. floor without cutting and installing the edge trim can be done in less time.
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Can I mix and match different types of tiles together? What if I want to change the design later or need to replace a damaged tile in the middle of the floor?
Yes, all of the RaceDeck line of tiles can be interchanged with each other. If tiles become damaged for some reason, they can be quickly replaced by working from an outside edge and working toward the tile to be replaced. A broom handle works very well in unlocking a row of joints toward the tile.
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Do the floor tiles require glues or adhesives?
No. There is no adhesive or glue required. In fact, because polypropylene is a dense non-porous product, it is very "Teflon"-like. Glue will not adhere to the RaceDeck tiles. RaceDeck is designed to be free-floating floor that can be easy and quickly removed for repairs, cleaning, or storage.
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What floor prep is needed before installing the floor tiles?
General cleaning and sweeping is usually all that is required. The surface must be free of dirt and debris, and any protrusions should be removed by grinding, etc. Racedeck can be installed over epoxy, asphalt, painted floors, and even cracked concrete floors.
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Can RaceDeck be installed by the Homeowner?
Yes. With a few simple hand and cutting tools, RaceDeck is easily installed by the Homeowner. In fact, we often hear about floors being installed with a homeowner's assistant being under 10 years old! Cutting the tiles are simple using the same tools you would cutting a piece of wood.
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Will RaceDeck warp?
No. It is has a 15 limited year warranty against warping, fading, and breaking. It is UV stable and will not fade under direct sunlight.
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Does RaceDeck also come with holes?
RaceDeck has two styles of solid-top floor tiles, as well as two styles of "Free-flow" tiles. Free-flow tiles are ideal in locations where moisture is present in the concrete.
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What if I have a fluid spill? Will it leak between the joints?
While RaceDeck tile joints are very tight, a large fluid spill may work between the joints. Generally, most liquids will evaporate into the concrete floor. RaceDeck has an anti-microbal additive incorporated into it during manufacturing which inhibits mold and mildew, but severe case of moisture content will require a Free-flow tile be installed. Also, because RaceDeck does not rely upon adhesives to maintain its integrity like epoxy coatings or stick-on or glue down vinyl tiles, water or moisture under the RaceDeck tiles will not cause a major floor failure if the floor is flooded with water. In the event that a garage floor is flooded with water, the RaceDeck floor is easily unsnapped into smaller sections and can be removed for water cleanup. The floor is then replaced in just a matter of minutes and without the need for a major repair associated with other types of floor coverings which may take days to complete.
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Can I get custom colors?
Yes, custom colors are available with a minimum order of 1,000 tiles. RaceDeck is already available in 14 different colors, so there are plenty of colors to choose from. Lead time on custom colors is 3-4 weeks.
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What other applications can RaceDeck be used for?
RaceDeck is also available in a "Fastdeck" version that can be rolled up using a "live-hinge" system. FastDeck is available in all colors and can be manufactured with or without holes for drainage. Free-flow tiles are available in 5 different designs, ranging from hard polypropylene tiles for garage/vehicle use, to soft vinyl "Comfort" tiles suitable for patio decking, locker-rooms, pools, spas, restaurant matting, and even kennels and dairies. Free-flow tiles are ideal for wet locations where water drainage is desirable. RaceDeck is also available in a decorative laminated version that is commonly used in car-show applications, trade-show and exhibit flooring.
