Elevated decks, external stairs and view balconies for homes and apartments on the headland's steep, wind-exposed slopes.
On Alexandra Headland, outdoor living happens in the air: decks over garages, balconies facing the ocean and stairs climbing a steep block. The outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland homes need go onto waterproofed, elevated structures in some of the windiest spots on the coast. We handle the waterproofing, the deck tiles and the external stairs with our own licensed team, and we measure on site because levels rarely match the plans. Book a free measure to plan outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland views deserve.
Alexandra Headland sits between Mooloolaba and Maroochydore, with the Kawana suburbs further south. These pages cover outdoor tiling and balcony tiling in nearby suburbs. If you are comparing outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland homes need with a property further down the coast, start here. Outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland owners choose differ most from the flat canal suburbs.
Jerry and the Tile MakersUnit 2-5 Premier Circuit, Warana QLD 4575
Alexandra Headland climbs the hill between Mooloolaba and Maroochydore, and homes are arranged to catch the view. That means most outdoor space is elevated: decks built over garages or living areas, stepped terraces and long flights of external stairs. On these sites, what sits under the tile matters as much as the tile itself.
Before we recommend outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland properties can carry, we check the membrane, the falls and how materials will reach the job on a steep block. Then we help you choose porcelain tiles and outdoor pavers with the right grip. Our design, supply and installation service keeps waterproofing and the outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland owners select under one licence.
More than half of Alexandra Headland's occupied homes are apartments (ABS 2021)
Elevated outdoor areas carry more risk than a ground-level patio. A failed membrane on a deck over a bedroom damages the room below. A step that is a few millimetres out becomes a trip hazard on a long flight of stairs. A dark, glossy tile on an exposed balcony can turn slippery in wind-driven rain. We look at all of it during a free site measure, and our quotes list waterproofing, preparation, supply and labour separately. Because our own tilers do the work, the outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland clients choose are installed by people who understand the plan.
Our wall and floor tiling licence covers the membrane under elevated decks and balconies.
QBCC 15083457Risers are checked and corrected before tiling, with contrasting nosings on every tread.
Site measureWe use slip-resistant tiles suited to exposed balconies and stairs, following HB 198 guidance.
HB 198On a steep block, how materials reach the site is part of the quote, not a surprise on the day.
Itemised quotesGlenda and Dean Pelleri's team supply and install outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland homes use.
Since 2009These services suit the headland's steep, view-facing homes. We quote outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland jobs need area by area, including access.
Long outdoor staircases are common on steep blocks. We check riser heights before laying the outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland stairs will carry, lay treads in a higher slip rating than flat areas, and fit contrasting nosings, so each step is easy to see in low light or wind-blown rain.
Best for: homes with external stairs from the street or between levels
Browse our outdoor tilesDecks built over garages, bedrooms or living rooms need a sound membrane first. We waterproof to the design and installation standard, set falls to the outlets and lay deck tiles that suit the view, so the rooms below stay dry.
Best for: split-level homes with a deck over habitable space
Learn about our installation serviceHigh balconies catch wind-driven rain from every angle. We renew membranes, raise or seal door upstands where possible, and tile in a finish that stays grippy when wet, with a program that suits your body corporate and any holiday letting.
Best for: apartment owners in buildings facing the ocean
See our floor tile servicePools on the headland are often built into the hill, with retaining walls and stepped terraces. We supply pool tiles and coping, and lay terraces with falls away from the house and walls, in finishes rated for wet bare feet.
Best for: hillside homes with a pool on a terrace
Explore our pool tile rangeThe entry is often the most-used flat area on a steep block. Stone-look porcelain gives a natural finish without the sealing, and we lay it with a fall away from the front door and a clear edge where the terrace meets the stairs.
Best for: front entries and landings on sloping sites
Browse our natural stone and stone-look rangeNot sure which service you need? Talk to us on 07 5437 8582
Alexandra Headland sits on the rise between Mooloolaba and Maroochydore, facing a patrolled surf beach. At the 2021 Census, 53.5% of occupied homes were apartments, the highest share of the suburbs we service, and 20.7% of dwellings were unoccupied on census night, reflecting holiday use. Houses sit on steep blocks cut into the hill for the view.
Outdoor areas are elevated, so waterproofing is always part of the job. Wind hits the headland hard and drives rain sideways onto balconies and decks. Long external stairs and narrow access on a steep block make carrying materials slower, and older homes may have decks over living space that were never designed for tiles.
A leak through an elevated deck damages the room below, and repairs mean lifting the tiles above it. Uneven stairs cause falls. And poor access planning can add days to a job if nobody considered it upfront.
We inspect the structure and membrane first, and advise when a structural check is sensible before tiling an older deck. For outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland stairs need, we correct risers before laying. We also plan deliveries and staging, so the outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland jobs need reach the site without damage or delay.
Sources: ABS QuickStats: Alexandra Headland · HIA: AS 4654.2 waterproofing
Steep, exposed sites create specific faults. These are the ones we are asked about most on the headland, and how we fix outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland owners already have.
The membrane under the deck has failed, often at the outlet, the door threshold or where the deck meets the wall.
Water damages ceilings, framing and finishes below, and the problem usually grows before it is visible.
External stairs were tiled over risers of different heights, or with tiles and nosings not made for step edges.
Uneven steps are a trip hazard, especially going down in wet weather.
Wind drives rain toward the door, and the balcony has too little fall, a blocked outlet or a low door upstand.
Water can get under the sliding door track and into the apartment.
Noticed one of these issues? Book an inspection
Alexandra Headland sits between Mooloolaba and Maroochydore, with the Kawana suburbs further south. These pages cover outdoor tiling and balcony tiling in nearby suburbs. If you are comparing outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland homes need with a property further down the coast, start here. Outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland owners choose differ most from the flat canal suburbs.
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Still have questions? Call 07 5437 8582
Book a Free Site MeasureWe plan it at the site measure. On steep blocks with long stairs or narrow access, materials may need to be carried by hand or staged in smaller loads, which takes more time. We include access in the quote so there are no surprises. If there is a lower street access or a neighbour's driveway you can arrange, let us know.
Often, yes, but the waterproofing has to be right. The membrane should meet AS 4654.2, with correct falls to the outlets and upstands at doors and walls. On older timber-framed decks, a structural check may be needed before adding the weight of tiles. We inspect first and tell you honestly if the deck is suitable.
Consistent riser heights, a slip-resistant tread and a contrasting nosing on every step. We check and correct risers before tiling, because tiling over uneven steps locks the hazard in. HB 198 recommends higher slip ratings for steeper surfaces, and we apply that thinking to the outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland stairs receive.
Fully vitrified porcelain with a textured surface, a flexible grout and corrosion-resistant trims. Avoid glossy finishes on exposed balconies, as they become slippery in wind-driven rain. Mid-tone colours hide salt spots and sand better than very dark or very light tiles. We can show outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland balconies suit side by side in our Warana showroom.
Yes. Our showroom is in Warana, south along the coast, and our team travels to Alexandra Headland for site measures, quotes and installation. We do not have a local office on the headland, so we recommend a showroom visit to choose tiles, and we will come to you to measure.
The rocky point was once called Potts Point, after overseer John Potts, and was renamed Alexandra Headland in 1901 in honour of Queen Alexandra. Thomas O'Connor bought land here in 1903 and sold beachfront lots in August 1915, and seaside cottages followed. The Alexandra Headland surf club was formally established on 24 July 1924. Since then, apartments have joined the houses on the hill, adding balcony tiling and waterproofing to the work, which is why elevated decks and balconies dominate the outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland owners ask about.
Servicing Alexandra Headland from our Warana showroom. We do not have a local office; we measure, quote and install outdoor tiles Alexandra Headland homes need on site, including waterproofing.
| Business | Jerry and the Tilemakers Sunshine Coast |
|---|---|
| Phone | (07) 5437 8582 · 1300 232 145 |
| sales@jtmsc.com.au | |
| Service base | Servicing Alexandra Headland from our Warana showroom: 5 Premier Cct, Warana QLD 4575 |
| Hours | Monday – Friday: 8:30 am – 4:30 pm Saturday: 8:30 am – 1:00 pm Sunday: Closed Public holidays: Closed |
| Service areas | Warana, Minyama, Buddina, Parrearra, Birtinya, Bokarina, Currimundi, Mountain Creek, Sippy Downs, Mooloolaba, Alexandra Headland and the wider Sunshine Coast |
| Website | jerryandthetilemakerssunshinecoast.com.au |
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| Licence | QBCC 15083457 · ABN 74 538 010 155 |
Sources: Wikipedia: Alexandra Headland, Queensland · Alexandra Headland SLSC: 100 years
