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73survivor · 11-04-2009, 02:47 PM

I am getting ready to install my Racedeck floor. To those of you that have installed Racedeck, did you put any type of insulation on top of the concrete first? I live in a cold climate and I thought if anyone has done this I might give it a try. Or does the Racedeck provide enough insulation by itself?

TONE · 11-04-2009, 06:03 PM

No, I put mine over directly. Chicagoland here.

No problems, years and years and years later

Shocker · 11-05-2009, 12:08 AM

So, I put down some cheap laminate floor underlayment under my Racedeck. Taped all the seams and such. Makes for a nice soft surface and it does make it warmer IMHO.

My concrete floor is also untreated, so I thought it would be prudent to protect it.

Cost was minimal and I am happy with the results.

Nealcrenshaw · 11-05-2009, 12:17 AM

What's the cost of the racedeck tiles? I checked out the site but seen no cost,but thats usually a sign i can't afford it.

sgrammel · 11-05-2009, 12:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nealcrenshaw

What's the cost of the racedeck tiles? I checked out the site but seen no cost,but thats usually a sign i can't afford it.

$2.69/sq ft if you call them and tell them you are a member of this forum. Free shipping too

ckgdrums · 11-05-2009, 11:16 AM

Is that for real? $2.69/sq ft?

mikeyr · 11-05-2009, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ckgdrums

Is that for real? $2.69/sq ft?

Yeah, seems cheap doesn't it ? Had my Racedeck a decade now and sometimes I think I should have waited until this forums discount but then I go look at my garage and all the years I have enjoyed it

ckgdrums · 11-05-2009, 12:25 PM

I was looking at a lower end (price) product for my 12x24 bike garage, but for $2.69/sf I could make the switch to Race Deck.

Ryan M · 11-05-2009, 12:37 PM

I used a landscaping felt underneath. I figured moisture wouldn't bother it. I was concerned about the laminate underlayment dealing with moisture and spills.

Also, the free shipping is usually when they run their promo's (Father's day, etc.), but I think it is $2.69 anytime for GJ members.

ckgdrums · 11-05-2009, 01:28 PM

Very cool. Do I need to call them in order to get that price? Or, can I submit a quote online.

sgrammel · 11-05-2009, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ckgdrums

Very cool. Do I need to call them in order to get that price? Or, can I submit a quote online.

I started with the on line quote, then via email told them I was a GJ member and they told me it was $2.69

ckgdrums · 11-05-2009, 02:22 PM

Suh-weet! I sent 2 different RFQ's online. We'll see what happens.

ckgdrums · 11-05-2009, 02:43 PM

Uuuuhhh, 73survivor? Sorry for the hijack, dude.

11-04-2009, 02:47 PM	#1
73survivor Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Mcveytown, PA Posts: 21	Race Deck Insulation Question I am getting ready to install my Racedeck floor. To those of you that have installed Racedeck, did you put any type of insulation on top of the concrete first? I live in a cold climate and I thought if anyone has done this I might give it a try. Or does the Racedeck provide enough insulation by itself?

11-04-2009, 06:03 PM	#2
TONE Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 216	Re: Race Deck Insulation Question No, I put mine over directly. Chicagoland here. No problems, years and years and years later

11-05-2009, 12:08 AM	#3
Shocker Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 623	Re: Race Deck Insulation Question So, I put down some cheap laminate floor underlayment under my Racedeck. Taped all the seams and such. Makes for a nice soft surface and it does make it warmer IMHO. My concrete floor is also untreated, so I thought it would be prudent to protect it. Cost was minimal and I am happy with the results.

11-05-2009, 12:17 AM	#4
Nealcrenshaw Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Cleveland,OH Posts: 1,816	Re: Race Deck Insulation Question What's the cost of the racedeck tiles? I checked out the site but seen no cost,but thats usually a sign i can't afford it. __________________ "The rich get richer,and the poor get laid off"

11-05-2009, 11:16 AM	#6
ckgdrums Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 39	Re: Race Deck Insulation Question Is that for real? $2.69/sq ft? __________________ "Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both." - Benjamin Franklin

11-05-2009, 12:25 PM	#8
ckgdrums Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 39	Re: Race Deck Insulation Question I was looking at a lower end (price) product for my 12x24 bike garage, but for $2.69/sf I could make the switch to Race Deck. __________________ "Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both." - Benjamin Franklin

11-05-2009, 12:37 PM	#9
Ryan M Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 30	Re: Race Deck Insulation Question I used a landscaping felt underneath. I figured moisture wouldn't bother it. I was concerned about the laminate underlayment dealing with moisture and spills. Also, the free shipping is usually when they run their promo's (Father's day, etc.), but I think it is $2.69 anytime for GJ members. __________________ Ryan M 2007 F-350 crew cab Diesel 2005 S4 Avant 1988 BMW M3 (White) 2004 330i PP (Imola Red)

11-05-2009, 01:28 PM	#10
ckgdrums Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 39	Re: Race Deck Insulation Question Very cool. Do I need to call them in order to get that price? Or, can I submit a quote online. __________________ "Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both." - Benjamin Franklin

11-05-2009, 02:22 PM	#12
ckgdrums Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 39	Re: Race Deck Insulation Question Suh-weet! I sent 2 different RFQ's online. We'll see what happens. __________________ "Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both." - Benjamin Franklin

11-05-2009, 02:43 PM	#13
ckgdrums Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 39	Re: Race Deck Insulation Question Uuuuhhh, 73survivor? Sorry for the hijack, dude. __________________ "Any society that would give up a little liberty to gain a little security will deserve neither and lose both." - Benjamin Franklin

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