The Even Entry Bracket System: the simplest way to create a flush concrete threshold and level entry connection between your home and outdoor living space.
Get in TouchThe Even Entry Bracket System is a smart, cost-effective solution for creating a seamless indoor outdoor concrete connection at your door entry. Engineered for strength, accuracy, and ease of installation, it securely anchors your decking subframe to concrete while ensuring perfect height alignment with your door threshold.
The result is a flush concrete threshold with no step required, creating a smooth level entry surface ideal for wheelchair access and mobility-friendly entryways. It works with any standard level entry concrete patio, whether standard grey or exposed aggregate.
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Achieve a perfectly flush connection between your interior floor and your outdoor deck for a cohesive, architectural finish.
The smooth, level surface created by Even Entry is ideal for wheelchair users and anyone who needs step-free access.
Avoid expensive consent-required structures. Even Entry provides a practical, compliant, and affordable solution for deck entry points.
M12 cup head bolts cast into your concrete slab create a rock-solid anchoring point that holds your subframe firmly in place.
The bracket system allows fine-tuned height adjustment so your deck boards sit exactly level with your door threshold every time.
Designed to handle the full range of New Zealand weather, from harsh UV and heavy rain to coastal salt air.
Traditional level entry systems use complex metal grates and concrete drainage channels that add cost, time, and hassle. Even Entry strips all that away. One bracket, standard timber, your choice of decking. Done.
Based on a typical 25 lineal metre entry with 50m² concrete
How concrete stacks up against common decking options
| Surface Type | Installed Cost (NZD/m²) | Lifespan | Maintenance | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treated pine decking | $350 to $550 | 10 to 20 yrs | High | Cheapest raised deck option |
| Kwila / hardwood decking | $550 to $900 | 20 to 30 yrs | Medium to High | Premium timber appearance |
| Composite decking | $500 to $1,050 | 25 to 40 yrs | Low | Low maintenance outdoor living |
| Standard concrete patio | $150 to $250 | 30 to 50 yrs | Very low | Best all round value |
| Exposed aggregate concrete | $150 to $250+ | 30 to 50 yrs | Very low | Decorative modern finish |
No metal grates to source. No concrete drainage channels to form. No complex waterproofing details. Even Entry works with standard building materials your builder already has on site. Fewer components means faster installation, fewer things to go wrong, and a better price for your client.
Five straightforward steps from ground prep to a finished deck you can be proud of.
Start by battering (sloping) the ground back and boxing out your area.
When compacting the ground, ensure that all M12 bolts cast into the concrete have at least 50mm of concrete surrounding them. This usually means you will need to slope your compacted base to allow for that clearance.
Set up your boxing to match the finished floor level. We recommend positioning your boxing approximately 300mm from the cladding. This allows for:
What you'll need:
Spacing Requirements (NZS 3604 Building Code):
These spacing choices will affect your screw pattern, so plan it nicely for a tidy finish.
Marking Out:
You'll need:
Install your bolts through the boxing:
This sandwiches the bolt securely into place, ready for the concrete pour.
Once the concrete is cured and the boxing is removed:
For fine adjustments:
You're now ready to install your decking boards:
Now step back and enjoy the clean, seamless look your Even Entry Bracket system provides!
Get in touch to discuss your project or to place an order. We are happy to answer any questions about the Even Entry Bracket System.