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CASE STUDY
Private retractable pool cover in Ascot, Berkshire, UK.
LOCATION: Ascot, Berkshire, UK
PRODUCTS USED: Moso Xtreme bamboo decking boards on Grad ‘hidden fix’ system
MAIN CONTRACTOR: LDC Limited www.ldclandscape.co.uk
THE BRIEF
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LDC was tasked with finding a solution to enable them to build a deck on their client's steel-framed electric retractor pool cover.
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The finish needed to match LDC’s slick, minimalist garden design.
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The boards needed to follow the dark wood theme of the outdoor cinema and living area.
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They were looking for a flawless finish, perfectly aligned with no visible screws and skirting to hide the mechanism.
PRODUCTS USED
Moso Xtreme was chosen for its colour and water resistance.
RAILS AND ACCESSSORIES
It was decided that two skirting boards stacked were needed to achieve the desired aesthetics, so the PR39 rail was chosen to give the extra height needed; the skirting was attached using PR24 rails and B2s. The aluminium rails were screwed directly into the steel pool cover frame.
PR24
Load-bearing rail for decking.
PR39
Load-bearing rail for decking.
B2
Skirting Support
SUPPORT
Grad worked with LDC to create a design that worked with this specific pool cover; Grad then provided full step-by-step installation guidelines, including diagrams and visuals, to ensure a perfect installation.
The Grad team made 3 site visits to support LDC and help with any questions. Having never used the product before, it took 1 landscaper 2 days to complete this installation.
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QUOTE
"In terms of decking systems we would highly recommend Grad for their clarity of construction drawings and always being on hand for any advice or site visits. Fantastic product and service. We will be using again"
Tom Price - LDC ltd