As a follow-up. The perlite concrete in question is very soft and can be removed by mere scraping. I have no experience with this "concrete" but it seems unusual. The "steeltex" spans only two feet between bar joists. Obviously the "steeltex" is capable of supporting the weight of wet...
Is anyone familiar with or have information on steeltex decking. I am working on a building constructed in the early 1950's that utilizes "Steeltex" decking with perlite concrete fill over the deck. Steeltex is a paper backed wire mesh which appears to be the sole load supporting member in the...
