Base Decks

Lozier gondola base decks close the floor-level gap between Base Brackets in every gondola section, and selecting the wrong depth or finish code creates mismatches that are visible from 20 feet away on a retail sales floor. The Lozier SD base deck is the standard component for this application, available in depth increments from 13 inches through 25 inches to match the Base Bracket depth in each section. Getting this selection right before ordering prevents costly restocking and delays to your store reset schedule.

Depth selection for Lozier base decks follows the same logic as Base Bracket depth selection for your product category. Use 13-inch depth for health and beauty and HBC sets, 16-inch for drug and convenience store installations, 19-inch (19D) and 22-inch for grocery and general merchandise gondola runs, and 25-inch for hardware and automotive sections where heavy or bulky product sits at floor level. The base deck depth must match the Base Bracket depth in the same section exactly. A 19-inch Base Bracket paired with a 22-inch base deck will overhang the bracket nose and fail load distribution requirements.

The most common ordering error on Lozier base decks is finish misalignment with existing Uprites and Base Brackets already installed in the store. Platinum (PLT), a light beige standard finish, and Charcoal (CHR) are the two standard finishes typically stocked at Lozier distribution centers, though lead times vary by SKU, depth, and height combination. Non-PLT and non-CHR selections fall under Optional Catalog Colors and carry an 8 to 10 week lead time. Confirm your existing installation finish code before placing any order, particularly on partial resets where new base decks must match legacy sections on the same gondola run.

Call 800-934-6798 or email dan@rxshelving.com to confirm depth compatibility, current finish availability, and lead times before placing your base deck order.

The base deck is the lowest shelf tier on every gondola run, spec the correct depth and load rating upfront or you will be retrofitting brackets and decks after installation.

SD (S-Style Deck) depths: 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, 28, and 31in
HDSD (Heavy Duty S-Style Deck) depths: 16, 19, 22, 25, 28, and 31in (no 13in in Heavy Duty)
SD flat load rating: 600 lbs at 13-19in depths, 800 lbs at 22-31in depths
HDSD flat load rating: 900 lbs at 19in depth, 1,200 lbs at 22-31in depths
Widths: 2ft, 30in, 3ft, and 4ft (must match section width)
Load Easer Base Brackets add up to 500 lbs additional deck capacity when combined with standard SD
Standard finish: Platinum (PLT). No custom finishes available on base decks.

Compatibility: Base decks lock directly into Lozier base brackets. The deck depth must match the bracket depth code: a 22in base deck (SD422N) requires a BB2206S bracket with matching 22in depth code. Do not mix depths within the same bracket pair. Heavy Duty decks (HDSD) require Heavy Duty Base Brackets. Load Easer Base Brackets are specified to increase standard SD deck capacity beyond the rated load.

Designed for: All retail gondola environments including grocery, C-store, drug, and specialty retail where a defined lower shelf tier is required. Heavy Duty decks for hardware, pet supply, beverage, bagged goods, and any application where the bottom tier carries concentrated weight.

Configuration Reference

Lozier SD base decks are available in depths of 13, 16, 19, 22, and 25 inches to align with the corresponding Base Bracket depth in each gondola section. The base deck depth must match the Base Bracket depth exactly. Mismatched depths compromise load distribution at the floor level and create a visible overhang or gap at the section base.

Platinum (PLT) and Charcoal (CHR) are the two standard Lozier finishes for base decks and are the most likely to be available from Lozier distribution centers. Optional Catalog Colors outside PLT and CHR require an 8 to 10 week lead time. Availability is never guaranteed on any finish; confirm current stock before scheduling a reset.

Lozier base decks are designed to drop into the Base Bracket channel across the full section width, typically 36 or 48 inches. The SD base deck is the correct component for standard island and wall gondola sections. Base End Trim and Gap Fillers are ordered separately and are not included with the base deck.

For partial store resets, pull the finish code from an existing Base Bracket or Uprite label in the affected aisle before ordering replacement base decks. Ordering PLT against an existing CHR installation, or vice versa, requires a full section re-trim to correct and adds labor cost to the project.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know which depth to order for my Lozier gondola base decks?

The base deck depth must match the Base Bracket depth installed in that gondola section. Use 13-inch for health and beauty, 16-inch for drug and convenience, 19-inch or 22-inch for grocery and general merchandise, and 25-inch for hardware and automotive. When in doubt, measure the Base Bracket depth directly from the installed section before ordering.

What is the difference between Platinum and Charcoal Lozier base decks?

Platinum (PLT) is a light beige finish and Charcoal (CHR) is a dark gray finish. Both are standard Lozier finishes and are the most commonly available from Lozier distribution centers. All other color selections are Optional Catalog Colors and require an 8 to 10 week lead time, so confirm your existing installation finish before ordering.

Lozier SD base deck compatibility with Base Brackets

The Lozier SD base deck is engineered to seat within the Base Bracket channel on standard island and wall gondola sections in 36-inch and 48-inch widths. The base deck depth must equal the Base Bracket depth in the same section. Mixing depths within a single section will cause the base deck to overhang or gap at the bracket nose, which compromises floor-level load distribution.

Lozier base deck lead times for Optional Catalog Colors

Lozier base decks in Platinum (PLT) or Charcoal (CHR) are standard finish items with the shortest typical lead times, though availability varies by SKU and depth combination. Base decks ordered in Optional Catalog Colors, any finish outside PLT and CHR, carry an 8 to 10 week lead time from Lozier. Contact GondolaFixtures at 800-934-6798 to confirm current availability before committing to a project timeline.