The 7 Things You MUST Avoid When Building A Mezzanine Floor

April 02, 2020

Mezzanine floors are a great way of creating additional floor space on a budget. However costs can needlessly spiral out of control if careful consideration is not given to the following factors.

1. Don’t Start Until You Are Clear About the Purpose of the Mezzanine Floor.

One of the most important factors in determining the design and cost is the purpose of the mezzanine floor.

2. Don’t Allow the Mezzanine Floor to Be Over Specified

One of the most common reasons for the mezzanine coming in over budget is over specification.

3. Don’t Forget to Optimise the Column Grid.

4. Don’t Have Heavy Point Loads on the Mezzanine Floor.

5. Don’t Go Too High.

6. Don’t Forget to Carefully Consider the Access Requirements.

7. Don’t Assume a Mezzanine Is Your Only Option.

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