Base Decks
Lozier gondola base decks are the horizontal surface that closes the bottom of every island and wall section, and selecting the wrong depth creates a base bracket conflict that cannot be corrected after installation. The base deck must match or exceed the depth of the Base Bracket in the same section. Lozier base decks ship in widths of 24, 30, 36, and 48 inches, and in depths of 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, 28, and 31 inches, so depth matching to your existing base bracket spec is a catalog exercise, not a guesswork call.
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Depth selection follows product category conventions that experienced planners rely on without hesitation. The 13-inch depth is standard for health and beauty and HBC sets. The 16-inch depth fits drug and convenience store footprints. Grocery and general merchandise runs typically use 19-inch or 22-inch base decks, while hardware and automotive categories commonly specify 25-inch. The 28-inch and 31-inch depths in this catalog serve larger-format merchandise and existing installations where deeper base decks were specified. Finish must match the Uprite column finish in the same run.
Finish selection is the second variable that trips buyers up on base deck orders. Platinum (PLT) and Charcoal (CHR) are standard finishes that typically ship within one to two weeks. W08 is also a standard finish in this category and carries the same lead time expectation. Optional Catalog Colors including 3SM, S04, SIL, and Q88 require an eight to ten week production lead time. A critical compatibility warning: the base deck finish code must match the Base End Trim (BET) and Closed Base Front in the same section or the base assembly will show visible finish breaks at every exposed corner. Order all base components together to prevent this.
Call 800-934-6798 or email dan@gondolafixtures.com to confirm depth availability by finish code and to verify lead times on any time-sensitive 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: 19, 22, 25, 28, and 31in (no 13in or 16in 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
- SD widths: 2ft, 30in, 3ft, and 4ft (must match section width). HDSD width: 4ft only per catalog line 1929; HDSD is not offered for 3ft sections (see catalog note 1924).
- Load Easer Base Brackets bring rated deck capacity to 1,100 lbs (13-19"D) or 1,300 lbs (22-31"D) evenly distributed.
- Standard finish: Platinum (PLT). Optional Catalog Colors are available; see intro for lead-time expectations.
Configuration Reference
Lozier base decks are available in seven depths: 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, 28, and 31 inches. Section widths cover 24, 30, 36, and 48 inches to match Lozier Island and Wall Section widths. The base deck depth must match or exceed the Base Bracket depth in the same section to maintain rated load capacity at the base level.
Standard finishes for Lozier base decks are Platinum (PLT), Charcoal (CHR), and W08. These finishes are stocked at Lozier distribution centers and carry a typical one to two week lead time, though availability varies by depth and width combination. Confirm availability before committing to an installation timeline.
Optional Catalog Colors available for Lozier base decks include Q88 (Silver Vein), QK5 (Black Wrinkle), and other Classic/Natural/Industrious paints. These finishes require an eight to ten week production lead time from Lozier. Do not schedule installation until the order is confirmed and a ship date is issued by the factory.
The base deck must finish-match every exposed base component in the same section, including the Base End Trim (BET) and Closed Base Front. Mismatched finish codes on base components are visible at every gondola end and corner. Ordering all base-level components together under a single purchase order prevents this problem on new builds and replacement projects alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know which base deck depth to order for my gondola sections?
The base deck depth must match the Base Bracket depth already installed in that section. If you are building new, match the base deck depth to your product category: 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. Lozier base decks are available in depths of 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, 28, and 31 inches per Lozier catalog.
What is the difference between standard and Optional Catalog Color finishes on Lozier base decks?
Standard tier finishes (Platinum (PLT), Charcoal (CHR), Cool White (W08), White (WHT), Gray (GRY), Silver (SIL), and Galvanized (GLV)) typically ship within one to two weeks. Optional Catalog Colors including Q88 (Silver Vein), N81 (Classic Copper), and other specialty codes require an eight to ten week production lead time. Never schedule a floor installation date until the factory has confirmed a ship date on Optional Catalog Color orders.
Lozier base deck compatibility with Base Brackets
A Lozier base deck must be equal to or deeper than the Base Bracket installed in the same section. Installing a base deck that is shallower than the Base Bracket creates a structural gap and voids the rated capacity of the base assembly. This is the most common ordering error on replacement base deck projects, particularly when the existing base bracket depth is unknown before the order is placed.
Lozier base deck width options for gondola sections
Lozier gondola base decks are available in seven widths: 24, 30, 36, 48, 72, 84, and 96 inches. The base deck width must match the nominal section width of the gondola bay it is installed in. On sections wider than 48 inches, confirm that the base bracket configuration supports the full span before specifying the base deck.