What Material Would Be Best For Your Deck?

Is the deck a part of your list of home improvement projects? Deciding which material to use may be the hardest decision you'll make, rather than deciding on the size or where to install it. Pressure-treated wood had been the choice of many deck builders for the material. After all, wood is one of the easiest materials you can repair or construct with, but homeowners are now finding themselves flooded with choices available at their home improvement shop.

Over the last few years, composites have seen their popularity as a decking material increase significantly. Composites are a combination of polymer resins and premium recycled wood fibers that offer the best of both materials. The resins shield the wood from insect and moisture damage, while the wood protects the resin from UV damage and adds stability and traction.

Another thing you may want to factor in is the maintenance for the decking material. Pressure-treated wood can be stained in different colors, and is still a popular choice for many homeowners. As for those who choose composites, many colors are also available, but staining, treating or sealing them is not an option. Regardless whether you prefer wood or composites, you will want to administer some pressure washing, preferably twice a year or more.

With a composite decking or railing system, you can get something that looks like wood, minus the extra maintenance. You have more time for other things with less maintenance. Composites hold up against the weather and aren't popular with the insects, although they look and install in almost the same way as mood. No special tools are needed for installation; conventional woodworking tools will do the job.

If you do choose to go with a composite decking material, experts recommend purchasing all the material at one time, as manufacturing runs can produce slightly different colors. The same would apply for Veranda deck boards, as each piece may have a slightly different color from the other. This is due to the natural variations in wood fibers and polymers.

Regardless of the deck you decide to build, the most important thing is to use it, and let your family and friends do the same, as you all celebrate a job well done.

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