Any concerns using this on a composite deck? How close can it be to a composite railing without fear of melting it?
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The instruction manual indicates the importance of keeping the heater at least 24 inches from its side and 36 inches from the top
1350449
They have the guidelines in the manual. It gets hot but the heat tube is about 3' off the ground.
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Just to be safe I would but I am pretty sure it will not but that depends on the size of the cracks. Some of the cracks on my deck are filled in after applying, only the wider spaced boards still have a crack.
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depends on the width of the crack/space between the deck boards. I would place a tarp to protect anything below - if the space is wide, the product is going fall through the cracks. I experienced this - see pictures of my deck (and space width of decking): cut and paste URL into your browser: link to all pics --> http://www.flickr.com/photos/12023977@N06/sets/72157629490063928/link to close up(s) --> http://www.flickr.com/photos/12023977@N06/6932719244/in/set-72157629490063928/
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The obvious answer on a balcony is part of the railing. I'd be very cautious about using it outside, though - use it in dry weather only and take it in. I can't recommend this product, though - in fact, I really detest it! This is a design American manufacturing got 100% right a long time ago, but which now has been reduced to throw away garbage by "survival of the cheapest". Shoddy manufactured goods and the 21st Century's largest surviving authoritarian government - what's not to like!?
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I do not believe that you can use composite decking (as was my original hope) as the dimensions are just different enough. Perhaps someone handier could make it work?
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The auger blades have a rubber rim so contact with the deck surface should be no problem. Behind and below the auger blades is a stationary hard plastic "scraper" that should just slide along the deck surface, assuming that it is level. You will be pushing the machine so you can control how fast and with how much pressure that plastic scraper moves along the deck surface. The machine is very light and easy to control.
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The Mosaic light strips are "peal and stick." I would not use them around a deck for two reasons. 1) They won't stay stuck in place for very long IMO. 2) You can't run more than 15-20' off one power unit, so around a normal size deck you'd need 2-3 units. LED rope light is a better option IMO.
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I know what you mean - I have the same problem on my deck with ice from the snow off the roof or when the eves drip - I use a little of that ice melt that looks like Styrofoam - maybe its not the best idea but it keeps it clean enough so that I can scrape to the wood on a warm day with a shovel ( temps closer to freezing +/-) its always a challenge to keep on top of that in the winter.
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We used them on 2 x 4 deck railing and they were very snug, almost didn't fit. Because they were so tight the little pointy things inside marred the wood. However that said, we used them. I think they would cut into heavy duty plastics.
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Hi, I have had one of these on my composite deck for several years. I can tell you it is excellent. No damage or discoloration to the deck, and keeps grease and spills away from the composite. I can highly recommend it. I recently bought one for my other home, and it came through our Michigan winter with no problems.
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You can not use it on a wood deck, you will burn it down! It gets very hot. You could put it on bricks or a stone slab.
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We are using it on our uutside deck it will remain there throughout the year. We will cover it when the weather get cold and nasty. It may be a good idea to put a protective coat on it
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it will definately cause water damage as it is a porous material. weight is another question and would depend on the structure of the deck.
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I really like the sink saddle for protecting my porcelain sink. I have had no problems with heat, but I can't say that it would protect another material from melting. You don't say what material that you are having a problem with.
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yes, you must be sure the railing will hold the intended load - watch the safe practice videos at the x-it products website to help ensure the safety of your application - blessings & be safe, aldo x-it inventor
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I have honestly not even used mine yet, as my festival was canceled. But I heard the legs melt after excessive use. I would think it'd be ok for short term use on a deck
1983152
We have ours on a wooden deck and there's no problem at all. You will love this product!