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CONSTRUCTION OF OUTDOOR LIVING COMPONENTS WITH THE TANDEM MODULAR GRID
BRACING
Some items require bracing panels like plywood sheeting, especially
for privacy walls, fencing and deck skirting . These panels are needed
to strengthen the unit to withstand stress such as wind and to limit
distortion under regular loads .
Other units require the installation of fiber cement panels for
heat insulation (barbecues and outdoor gas fireplaces) or as protection
against moisture (flower boxes) . In these situations, we recommend
fiber cement panels of a minimum thickness of 12 mm (1/2") .
EXAMPLE OF A HEAT PROTECTION SET-UP
EXAMPLE OF BRACING
(PRIVACY WALL)
Plywood sheeting
for bracing
Fiber cement panel for
protection against heat