by InvictaMezzanineFloors
16. October 2009 00:13
Mezzanine floors are very popular because it is one of the most cost-effective ways to increase the floor space but there should be enough headroom within the building. These additional floors can help to increase the value of the property and these raised platforms are not dependent on the building structure. Mezzanine floors are perfect solutions for the storage problems in offices and warehouses.
Features of mezzanine floors
Mezzanine floors are available in different sizes; These floors can be one or two levels higher and they vary widely in height options. They have handrails or partitioning barriers and lifts or access gates. Wood or steel decking can be used and the floors can be finished with different colours. If you want, you can encase the floors totally and any conceivable option can be included.
Mezzanine floors are available in different sizes but the standard grid size or distance between legs is always in multiples of 3.5m x 4m.
Mezzanine floors are specially designed to meet the needs of individual sites and usage requirements. There is a wide range of heights, sizes, floor loadings and choices available and you can choose the size and different components that suits your requirements.
The uses of the floor vary according to the loading requirements. Generally, they are based on a minimum of 70 lbs per square feet for office, 100 lbs per square feet for light to medium storage and 150 lbs per square feet for heavy duty storage.