Editor's Note
This editor’s note highlights the key facts and market implications behind “Ceramic Slab Protection on Pedestals for Waterpr”, with emphasis on sourcing, product fit, fabrication, logistics, or buyer impact.
Interview with Carole Le Bloas on Ceramic Slabs on Pedestals Technique CTB – Protection using ceramic slabs on pedestals for waterproof flat roofs is becoming a common technique. Which document is at the origin of this new system? The French Waterproofing Trade Association (CSFE) has published professional rules concerning protection by ceramic slabs on pedestals for waterproof flat roofs accessible to pedestrians, which were validated by the C2P in July 2019. They allow this technique to become common by becoming the reference standard applicable to works using it. What is its scope of application? These rules apply to buildings constructed in mainland France, in plain and mountain climates, in new construction on load-bearing masonry elements falling under DTU 20.12 as well as on structural wood panels benefiting from a Technical Assessment aiming for use in flat roofs accessible to pedestrians with slab-on-pedestal protection. Renovation works are admitted under the condition of complete refurbishment of the waterproofing complex according to DTU 43.5 . They limit the use regarding uplift loads to a[…]
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