{"product_id":"techno-expansion-joint","title":"TECHNO Expansion joint","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTECHNO Expansion Joints\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in Black \u0026amp; Grey in 11mm \u0026amp; 12mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExpansion joints are crucial in tile installations to accommodate the natural movement and expansion and contraction of building materials due to temperature changes, moisture fluctuations, and settling. \u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Areas: \u003c\/strong\u003eIncorporate expansion joints in large tile installations, especially those exceeding 20 feet (6 meters) in any direction. Large expanses are more prone to movement and require allowances for expansion and contraction.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransitions Between Rooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Install expansion joints at transitions between different rooms, particularly when the rooms have different environmental conditions or when the flooring material changes.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChanges in Plane: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse expansion joints at changes in plane, such as where the floor meets the wall, to accommodate movement at these transition points.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjacent to Fixed Elements: \u003c\/strong\u003eInstall expansion joints adjacent to fixed elements like columns, posts, or stairs. These areas are less likely to experience movement and can help prevent tile cracking.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Break Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e Identify natural break points in the substrate, such as changes in substrate materials, to install expansion joints.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Installations: \u003c\/strong\u003eOutdoor tile installations, subject to temperature variations and weather conditions, require expansion joints to accommodate the expansion and contraction of materials.\u003co:p\u003e\u003c\/o:p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Techno","offers":[{"title":"Grey Insert \/ 11mm","offer_id":39817945448522,"sku":"11445","price":112.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grey Insert \/ 12mm","offer_id":39817945514058,"sku":"11447","price":112.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black Insert \/ 12mm","offer_id":39817945481290,"sku":"11446","price":112.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Insert \/ Black Insert 11mm","offer_id":39945059926090,"sku":"12164","price":112.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/2639\/1882\/products\/Expansion-Joints.jpg?v=1652196013","url":"https:\/\/surtec.com.au\/products\/techno-expansion-joint","provider":"Surtec","version":"1.0","type":"link"}