Engineered for strength and easy installation, Hanover’s GRIDLOC system opens up a world of possibilities for architects and designers. GRIDLOC is a lightweight structural support underlayment that creates a continuous fully supported, monolithic floor surface. Anything from Porcelain Pavers to interlocking concrete Prest Brick can be accommodated; paving unit sizes and patterns are endless. GRIDLOC can be attached to wood joists or used with Hanover’s Elevator Pedestal System, creating a fixed roof assembly. Take it to the next level by adding GRIDLOC Weights to meet ballast requirements and provide wind resistance.
GRIDLOC GRID
Nominally sized at 16 by 24 by 1.5 inches, the GRIDLOC Grid is composed of an engineered polymer, providing solid support through a 1.5-inc diameter honeycomb design. Each grid covers 2.66 square feet and weighs 6 pounds.
GRIDLOC WEIGHTS FOR BALLAST & WIND RESISTANCE
GRIDLOC Weights are available to meet ballast requirements and provide wind uplift resistance. The addition of 1 – 3 weights provides up to an additional 15.93 pounds of ballast per unit. Fitting into reverse tapered holes, GRIDLOC will accept three 5.31 pound thermoplastic-wrapped, tapered weights. Weights must be distributed evenly – 1 weight should be added in the center hole, 2 weights should be added on the ends. The use of polymeric sand, a fully adhered latex modified thinset, or adhesive will add uplift resistance.
ROOF APPLICATIONS WITH ELEVATOR TOP PLATE
For use over a waterproofing roof surface, GRIDLOC can be attached to Hanover’s specially designed Elevator Top Plate. Hanover’s Elevator Pedestal System is an adjustable height pedestal system designed for paver elevations of 2 to 24 inches. Top Plates are available in 2-, 3- and 4-inch heights. Holes in the GRIDLOC Grid snap onto pegs on the Top Plates. Holes are located every 4 inches to allow pedestal placement to the roof’s edge. Water drainage is provided through paver joints as with a typical roof paver installation.
RETROFIT WOOD DECKS
GRIDLOC allows the installation of pavers on surfaces that previously would have been wood decking. GRIDLOC can be retrofitted between existing deck joist framing or fastened to the top using the provided screw holes. Grids can be cut in 6-inch increments with a circular or reciprocating saw. Underlayments and filter fabrics can be used on top of GRIDLOC to allow for various joint treatments from sand to latex.
ENDLESS DESIGN POSSIBILITIES
Because a continuous floor surface is created, any of Hanover’s residential or architectural on-grade products can be accommodated in elevated applications. From modular Prest Brick designs to linear Prest Pavers installed in a herringbone pattern, paving unit sizes and patterns are endless. A variety of installation methods and joint treatments will assist with creating a unique appearance while providing ballast – joints can be mortared with latex thinset or sanded with polymeric sand in a variety of colors.