Pod Paving
Pod Paving
Top Shims: 1/8” and 1/16” For proper heights lower than 1/2” the
thick, lock to Top Cap pedestal standard cross 1” long 1/2” high
and 1/8” thick can be used with the pedestal
Top Cap: 1/2” high with 1/8” standard 4”x 4” square shim, both in 1/16”
thick, lock to Top Cap and 1/8” thickness (though we recommend
that if construction permits, it is always
4” diameter PVC Pedestal preferable to have at least a 1” gap under
cut to varying heights pavers to allow for airflow and water
movement).
Bottom Cap: 1/2” high with
smooth protective edges The 4” PVC used in the pedestal system is
3034. It is an off-the-shelf product, standard
Bottom Shims: 1/8” and 1/16” in North America with the outside
thick, lock to Bottom Cap dimension of 4.215” which matches the
inside diameter of the pedestal top and
bottom cap.
Spacer: 1” long x 1/2” high x 1/8”
thick used with Bottom Shim for
The (3034) PVC 4.210” OD 5” up to 27”
heights lower than 1/2”
compression tested 11,000 to 13,000 PSI
(NOTE: all testing done with both top and
Buffer Pads: Optional
bottom pedestal caps in place.)
• Bottom shims are scored and can be broken in half using the one-half as a shim under the low side on a
severely sloped roof system. You are only building up the low side with this application.
• In a triangle or non-90 degree corner you can use a bottom cap in place of the top cap. You are getting
the same elevation (1/8”) but do not have to fool with the tabs on the top cap. Two bottom caps work
well if you need to support the center of a large paver. It gives you a flat top in this application.
• Do you have less than a two-inch clearance at a threshold? Start that row out using either a top cap on
a buffer pad (5/8” profile) or if even less is needed you can start that row with a joist plate on the
buffer pad (1/4” profile).
• Always spec a buffer pad on a waterproof membrane. It prevents the ABS bottom cap from ever
creating a wear spot on the membrane. This is your insurance policy against a call back years down
road.
• The installation crews normally work in four man teams. One keeps the pavers supplied to the
installation site. One runs the chop saw and does the entire PVC cutting. PVC is usually cut for each
new row as needed. You count how many intersections will need pedestals, measure in a couple of
locations to get the height right and call out to the cutter how many at what length are needed. Two
paver installers are setting and leveling.
• Pedestal orders are normally calculated with up to a 5% override. This gives the installer enough parts
to cover for unexpected corners, planter boxes that never show up on the drawing, bump outs that are
created by framers who needed a little room for a drain chase and so on. Overnight shipping and lost
installation time is much more costly in the long run.
• As a rule we spec top and bottom cap, buffer pad and one 1/8” and one 1/16” top shim for every
pedestal. We use 1/8” bottom shims on about 1/5th of the pedestals and then no more than half that
amount of 1/16” bottom shims.
TILE TECH PAVERS – SPEC GUIDE SECTION 02786
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PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes: Pedestal system used to support precast concrete [and stone pavers] set on pedestals, over
waterproofed decks [pressure-treated wood joists].
B. Related Sections:
1. Division 2 - Unit Pavers
2. Division 3 - Cast-in-Place Concrete: Concrete slab substrate.
3. Division 6 – Rough Carpentry: Pressure-treated lumber used for floor joists, at exterior decks when
using the pedestal joist plates
4. Division 7 - Fluid Applied Waterproofing: Waterproofing under exterior pavers over occupied spaces.
5. Division 7 - Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing: Waterproofing under exterior pavers over occupied
spaces
1.2 REFERENCES
A. Installer: Company with no less than three (3) years documented experience in the installation of exterior
pedestal mounted pavers.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Make submittals in accordance with Section 01330 or other applicable section in Division 1.
B. Samples:
1. Pedestals: Submit sample of each type of pedestal.
2. PVC Pipe: Submit 12-inch long sample of PVC pipe.
C. Shop Drawings: Show general layout of paved areas, and layout of pedestal system, including sloped
conditions; include dimensions, edge details, adjacent construction, and special conditions.
B. Store pedestal support system and pavers on platforms a minimum of 4 inches off the ground. Cover with
polyethylene and protect from contact with materials which would cause staining or discoloration.
1.6 WARRANTY
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B. The contractor performing this work, warrants that their work will remain free from defects of labor and
materials used in conjunction with their work in accordance with the general conditions for this project, or
for a maximum period of three (3) years, whichever is less.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURER
A. Paver Pedestal System: Tile Tech Pedestal System, as manufactured by Tile Tech Pavers, 213 380-5560,
www.TileTechPavers.com Pedestal system consists of pedestals and caps, including “snap-fit” top and
bottom shims and leveling plates, as required for adjustment and leveling of pavers; each pedestal tested to
support at ultimate failure compression load of 11,500 psi , with maximum height of 22 inches, per the Lab
Test No. E77612, performed by Northwest Laboratories, Seattle WA, on December 2, 2003. Lab test
results as follows:
SUBMITTED: 4" SDR 35/ASTM D3034 PVC Pipe - Paver Pedestals With End Cap
TEST METHOD: Per Customer's Instructions Load Per End Use Condition
2.3 COMPONENTS
A. Top Cap: ½-inch high with 1/8-inch joint spacers; ABS plastic composed of Dow “ABS 70” plastic meeting
following physical properties:
1. Characteristics:
a) 6300 psi Tensile strength at yield, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 638.
b) 350,000 psi flexural modulus, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.
c) 10,500 psi flexural strength, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.
d) 226 degrees F., vicat softening point, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 1525.
e) Ozone Resistant.
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B. Bottom Cap: ½-inch high with smooth protective edges; ABS plastic composed of Dow “ABS 70” plastic
meeting following physical properties:
1. Characteristics:
a) 6300 psi Tensile strength at yield, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 638.
b) 350,000 psi flexural modulus, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.
c) 10,500 psi flexural strength, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.
d) 226 degrees F., vicat softening point, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 1525.
e) Ozone Resistant.
C. Top and Bottom Shims: 1/8 and 1/16-inch thick, lock to top and bottom caps; ABS plastic composed of Dow
“ABS 70” plastic meeting following physical properties:
1. Characteristics:
a) 6300 psi Tensile strength at yield, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 638.
b) 350,000 psi flexural modulus, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.
c) 10,500 psi flexural strength, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.
d) 226 degrees F., vicat softening point, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 1525.
e) Ozone Resistant.
D. Spacers: 1-inch long x ½-inch high 1/8-inch thick used with bottom shim for heights lower than ½-inch; ABS
plastic composed of Dow “ABS 70” plastic meeting following physical properties:
1. Characteristics:
a) 6300 psi Tensile strength at yield, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 638.
b) 350,000 psi flexural modulus, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.
c) 10,500 psi flexural strength, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 790.
d) 226 degrees F., vicat softening point, when tested in accordance with ASTM D 1525.
e) Ozone Resistant.
E. Buffer Pads: Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) “Kraton”, meeting minimum physical requirements of
following tests:
1. Tensile strength and elongation, break at 830psi, and elongation at break minimum of 270% per ASTM
D 412
2. Tear resistance of 18psi, per ASTM D 624
3. Shore Hardness (A Scale): 70.
F. Pedestal Joist Plate: 1/4-inch high with 1/8-inch joint spacers; ABS plastic composed of Dow “ABS 70”
plastic.
A. Pedestal Pipe (NOT supplied with pedestal components by Tile Tech Pavers): 4-inch diameter PVC sewer
pipe, type SDR 35 meeting ASTM D-3034 and F-679; provide pipe for use in the pedestal system, meeting
following physical properties:
a. Characteristics: 4.215 inches outside diameter; 3.890 inches inside diameter.
B. Protection Course:
1. Protection board (required over insulated BUR systems, and when specified for use over bituminous
asphalt-based waterproofing): W.R. Meadows “Vibraflex” or equal, minimum 3/8- inch thick
asphaltic composition protection board.
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2. Insulation (when specified): Dow Styrofoam “Highload 100” or equal, minimum compressive strength
of 100 psi recommended for foam plastic insulation placed beneath Pedestal System to prevent
damage to the waterproof membrane.
A. The complete assembly of insulation (if used), protection board (if used), drainage mat (if used), pedestals
and pavers must be restrained at the perimeter of the walk deck area. Cumulative movement in excess of
1/8 inch will void the Tile Tech Pavers Pedestal System warranty. Perimeter parapet walls, concrete
dividers or other perimeter restraint must be capable of resisting lateral forces (including seismic and
wind).
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Prior to starting work, carefully inspect installed work of other trades and verify that such work is complete
to the point where work of this Section may properly commence. Notify the Architect in writing of
conditions detrimental to the proper and timely completion of the work.
B. Do not begin installation until all unsatisfactory conditions are resolved. Beginning work constitutes
acceptance of site conditions and responsibility for defective installation caused by prior observable
conditions.
C. Verify that substrates, membranes, and protection boards are ready for installation of pedestal system, and
pavers.
1. The substrate that is to receive pedestals shall have positive slope to provide adequate drainage in
accordance with good building practices.
2. Inspect to insure that all substrates have been properly prepared to accept the pedestals. Any surface
defect which may impair performance of the pedestals or waterproofing membrane shall be
appropriately repaired. Commencement of work shall imply acceptance of surfaces.
3.2 PREPARATION
B. Assure that the surface to accept the pedestals is clean and free of debris which would impair the
performance of the pedestal system.
C. Insulation and/or protection board must be applied over the waterproofing/roofing substrate. If specified,
drainage mat, insulation and/or protection board must be installed according to manufacturer’s
recommendations. If protection is specified only under the pedestal, then each pad must extend beyond the
edge of the Pedestal System bottom cap or Buffer Pad, by a minimum of 2-inches.
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B. LEVEL INSTALLATION
1. Establish starting point and finished elevation of the paver surface, the support system elevation
(finished elevation less the paver thickness) is established and marked around the perimeter using
transit, water level or laser leveling device.
2. Take measurements, and provide two (2) perpendicular chalklines "snapped" on the surface to receive
the pedestals. Use these lines as a reference to check the paver layout during installation and to assure
a square layout. Installation of pavers can now begin, one row at a time.
3. At the starting row of pavers, a pedestal must be placed where each grid line meets the perimeter.
Remove two spacer tabs in line with one another from atop each Pedestal System top cap, located
along the perimeter. Adjust each to the elevation marked on the perimeter.
4. Position the pedestal as close to the edge of the perimeter as possible, with the two remaining spacer
tabs aligned with the grid line. Using the elevation marked on the perimeter, stretch a mason’s line
along and slightly ahead of the second row of pedestals. A laser leveling device may also be used for
this purpose.
5. Top Shims: Slight irregularities in paver thickness and/or deck heights, can be compensated for by using
one or more of four pie-cut segments of Top Shims which is placed under a paver corner(s) atop the
Top Cap at intersection quadrants.
6. Bottom Shims: Slight irregularities in paver thickness and/or deck heights (with additional slope
requirements), can be compensated for by using one or more of the Bottom Shims which is placed
below the Bottom Cap.
7. Buffer Pads and Protection Board: Install Buffer Pads and 12” x 12” x 3/8” thick protection board
(W.R. Meadows “Vibraflex”) below each Bottom Cap of the pedestal assembly, when installing the
Pedestal System over:
a) Built-Up roofing (BUR) membranes that are installed over rigid or semi-rigid insulation;
b) Elastomeric type waterproof and/or roofing membrane coatings, so as to prevent damage to the
membrane or coating system;
C. SLOPED INSTALLATION
1. Compensation to maintain a level paver surface over sloping substrates, can be accomplished using a
combination of the following:
a) PVC Pipe length cut to varying lengths to compensate for slope;
b) Bottom Shims: Place one or more Bottom Shims under the Bottom Cap, to compensate for up to 1
inch per foot of slope.
c) Top Shims: Place the Top Shims (pie-shaped pieces) on to the Top Cap, in increments of 1/16 inch
to precisely level the top on substrates with slope of up to 5/8 inch per foot.
D. PERIMETER CONTAINMENT
1. Any section of paver, pedestal or protection course which is not restrained by an abutting wall or
parapet must be "boxed in" by some field installed restraint. No movement should be allowed at the
perimeter of a paver system greater than 1/8 of an inch.
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3. Screw or nail in, but with a stabilized edge restraint (perimeter containment – see paragraph above) for
the pavers, and at the proper spacing for the pavers will serve to align and level pavers which are
applied directly to wood joists.
a. If the pavers are an inconsistent depth, or the wood is not exactly level, the top and/or bottom shims
can be used to adjust for the inconsistency.
4. The Joist Plate System can be used over built up roof decks where fixed heights are allowed, 1/8” above
membrane.
A. Install pavers in accordance with paver manufacturer’s written instructions. Carefully align the Top Cap joint
spacers with paver edges. Level pavers in each succeeding row.
C. Install pavers tightly butted into pedestals. Form minimum joint widths.
E. Installation Tolerances:
1. Step in Face Alignment Between Paver Faces: Plus or minus 1/16 inch.
2. Jog in Joint Alignment Between Paver Sections: Maximum 1/16 inch.
F. Do not use pavers with chips, cracks, voids, stains, or other defects which might be exposed to view in the
finished work.
G. Machine cut pavers as necessary to fit the conditions indicated. Joints shall be no wider than the typical paver
to paver joint.
A. Continuing and Final Inspection: Inspect often during installation to assure that grid (spacer) lines are
straight and consistent, and that pavers are level, and where necessary, install Top or Bottom Shims;
confirm that heights in excess of fifteen (15) inches have been braced in accordance with Tile Tech Pavers
written instructions.
3.6 CLEANING
A. Clean soiled surfaces using solution which will not harm concrete pavers. Consult paver supplier for
recommended type.
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