Picture Request from RaceDeck Floor Owners

[MSG C5]

Has anyone installed a RaceDeck floor combining their Diamond style and Freeflow style floor tiles?

I'm considering boarding my floor with diamond tiles and then using the freeflow tiles in the center of the floor where the vehicles are parked. I'm just not sure how this will look. I'm hoping there are some members who have done this and can post some pictures.

Thanks!

 

[Chris05gto]

Here's mine, all Freeflow........
New RaceDeck Floor!

 

[RaceDeck1]

There are many photos showing this on our site at http://www.racedeck.com and our RaceDeck FB page really has an active community with photos too. https://www.facebook.com/RaceDeck

 

[YNOT2K]

 

[MSG C5]

Thanks!

Your floor looks great! What was your deciding factor when you chose the diamond tile vs. the free flow? Is the diamond easier to walk on, roll tools, etc.?

 

[BRIANBB]

I would think the only time I would ever use Freeflow would be if I lived in a climate that warranted it. Somewhere with snow,slush,salt. If it is just rain water that will seep through the cracks and run out the door I would stick with the solid tiles. IMO.

 

[MillerMav]

I would think the only time I would ever use Freeflow would be if I lived in a climate that warranted it. Somewhere with snow,slush,salt. If it is just rain water that will seep through the cracks and run out the door I would stick with the solid tiles. IMO.

I agree here. I am putting together a racedeck layout now that they have this new green color and am trying to determine how much free flow to use. I am thinking just a couple single tile wide runs under each car so I can push the slush away. But having all free flow under each car would be awesome for no cleanup at all. hmmmm

I would say if all you're dealing with is rain then go solid. If you have winter conditions like us Michiganders then free flow will be the way to go.

 

[YNOT2K]

Thanks!

Your floor looks great! What was your deciding factor when you chose the diamond tile vs. the free flow? Is the diamond easier to walk on, roll tools, etc.?

Living in Seattle we get quite a bit of wet weather and I didn't want standing water on the diamond, so I used the Freeflow to drain the dripping cars.
Neither is easier to walk on, roll tools, etc. I have noticed that the Freeflow is totally quiet, i.e. no clacking sound. The diamond has some, but not much. I wouldn't change my mind if I did it again - the combination works great for me.

I've seen you over on corvetteforum. Nice C5. Mine is Magnetic Red II.



cheers!

 

[SteveCh]

I have a large area of the FreeFlow and another area beside it in solid CircleTrac Racedeck tiles. I've only had them in place a brief period, less than a month. However, I have already had occasion to roll numerous items around between the two styles of tile, including a heavy table saw. There is little or no difference in the rolling between the solid and freeflow tiles. Rolling across the transition between the two areas cannot be felt. So, no difference. Ditto on how it feels to stand or kneel on the tiles. I saw somewhere not long ago that someone posted the open-grid tiles hurt his knees when he knelt on a sample of it. I don't recall what brand of tile he was talking about, but I find the FreeFlow very comfortable to kneel on, lie on, scoot beneath the car on lying on my back. I used to do this on concrete, it's quite pleasant to be able to get down on the floor and be comfortable on the RD.

 

[RaceDeck1]

Great photos, thanks for sharing and choosing RaceDeck

 

[MSG C5]

Living in Seattle we get quite a bit of wet weather and I didn't want standing water on the diamond, so I used the Freeflow to drain the dripping cars.
Neither is easier to walk on, roll tools, etc. I have noticed that the Freeflow is totally quiet, i.e. no clacking sound. The diamond has some, but not much. I wouldn't change my mind if I did it again - the combination works great for me.

I've seen you over on corvetteforum. Nice C5. Mine is Magnetic Red II.



cheers!

Thanks for the info! Mag Red is one of my favorite C5 colors! I would love to see the C7 have both MSG and Mag Red II back as available colors.

Your comment about the Freeflow tiles being quieter is interesting because that's another thing I am considering.

Glad they are working out for you!

 

[MSG C5]

I would think the only time I would ever use Freeflow would be if I lived in a climate that warranted it. Somewhere with snow,slush,salt. If it is just rain water that will seep through the cracks and run out the door I would stick with the solid tiles. IMO.

I was leaning that direction as well, however in addition to the rain water dripping through the Freeflow tiles, I also like the 3D look of the Freeflow tiles.

I agree here. I am putting together a racedeck layout now that they have this new green color and am trying to determine how much free flow to use. I am thinking just a couple single tile wide runs under each car so I can push the slush away. But having all free flow under each car would be awesome for no cleanup at all. hmmmm

I would say if all you're dealing with is rain then go solid. If you have winter conditions like us Michiganders then free flow will be the way to go.

It's going to be a tough choice, however I'm leaning all Freeflow right now.

I have a large area of the FreeFlow and another area beside it in solid CoinTrac Racedeck tiles. I've only had them in place a brief period, less than a month. However, I have already had occasion to roll numerous items around between the two styles of tile, including a heavy table saw. There is little or no difference in the rolling between the solid and freeflow tiles. Rolling across the transition between the two areas cannot be felt. So, no difference. Ditto on how it feels to stand or kneel on the tiles. I saw somewhere not long ago that someone posted the open-grid tiles hurt his knees when he knelt on a sample of it. I don't recall what brand of tile he was talking about, but I find the FreeFlow very comfortable to kneel on, lie on, scoot beneath the car on lying on my back. I used to do this on concrete, it's quite pleasant to be able to get down on the floor and be comfortable on the RD.

Thanks for the information.

 

[MSG C5]

Great photos, thanks for sharing and choosing RaceDeck

Can the Freeflow tiles withstand the same amount of weight/pressure that the Diamond or Circle track tiles withstand?

 

[RaceDeck1]

Can the Freeflow tiles withstand the same amount of weight/pressure that the Diamond or Circle track tiles withstand?

They are really tough and can easily handle over 50,000 lbs vehicle rolling loads. The have our patent PowerLock system and are made to interlock and work with our other RaceDeck flooring products.

 

[MSG C5]

They are really tough and can easily handle over 50,000 lbs vehicle rolling loads. The have our patent PowerLock system and are made to interlock and work with our other RaceDeck flooring products.

Thanks. So can the Freeflow tiles also support the weight of a 4-post lift similar to the diamond or circle track tiles? Also, can they be cut to fit just as easily?

 

[RaceDeck1]

Thanks. So can the Freeflow tiles also support the weight of a 4-post lift similar to the diamond or circle track tiles? Also, can they be cut to fit just as easily?

Yes and yes

 

[Juliescarfsu]

Just finished my garage, cant say enough about it, RaceDeck is an awesome product!

 

[RaceDeck1]

Just finished my garage, cant say enough about it, RaceDeck is an awesome product!

looks great and thanks for choosing RaceDeck.. we shared your photo on our corporate FB page https://www.facebook.com/RaceDeck