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INSPIRED BY NATURE,

BORN FROM TECHNOLOGY

Leading the future of decking through relentless innovation

Using decades of research and world-class engineering, TimberTech pushes the industry forward with technologies that deliver unrivaled aesthetics, long-term performance, and confidence in every installation. Our relentless innovation ensures TimberTech decks look better and last for decades.

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Unrivaled wood looks

We study the subtle nuances of natural wood and use proprietary color-blending technology and embossing techniques to create decking that’s nearly indistinguishable from the real thing. Our commitment to craftsmanship ensures every board delivers unmatched beauty.

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Unparalleled performance

With collections built to resist moisture, fading, staining, and fire, TimberTech Decking is engineered to give you splinter-free comfort and low-maintenance ease that lasts for decades. We design each board and protective polymer cap for durability and long-lasting quality, so you can spend more time enjoying your deck and less time maintaining it.

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Sustainably made

We believe in building a better future, one deck at a time. Our process transforms recycled materials into beautiful, long-lasting outdoor living products without ever compromising on the quality, performance, or realistic wood looks homeowners want.

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Hear from the experts redefining outdoor living

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The only composite decking that looks this real — and performs this well

With TimberTech, you get the authentic wood looks you love without the constant upkeep. Our cutting-edge technology delivers the most realistic wood looks on the market, so you don’t have to sacrifice beauty for a high-performance deck that lasts for decades.

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Advanced color technology

Our proprietary, natural color-blending technology allows us to craft an unmatched range of multitonal, subtly nuanced colors. By layering numerous colors onto the surface of each board, we capture the same visual depth you’d find in species like walnut, with undertones and overtones that replicate nature’s beauty.

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Natural grain patterns

Part of what makes TimberTech look so much like real wood is our realistic textures and grain patterns. We use digital scans and original artwork to recreate everything from crosscut and straight-grained looks to reclaimed aesthetics and classic cathedral grains, and emboss these textures into each board to deliver an authentic look and feel.

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Board-to-board variation

Real wood boards are never identical, and neither are ours. We combine our blended colors and authentic textures to create natural, board-to-board variations that mimic real wood species. By avoiding noticeable pattern repeats, we ensure your deck has the unique appearance of a natural wood deck.

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Superior moisture resistance

TimberTech Advanced PVC stands out as the industry’s most moisture-resistant decking material, delivering the highest level of protection against rot, mold, and mildew. Unlike traditional composite decking, which contains wood particles in the core and relies on a protective cap to help guard against moisture, Advanced PVC boards are fully synthetic and resist moisture throughout the entire board.

Across our composite lines, TimberTech continues to lead the category: most collections feature a four-sided protective cap that helps seal the entire board against moisture, while select three-sided capped options offer a more budget-friendly upgrade that still outperforms wood.

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Top-rated fire resistance

Our growing range of fire-resistant collections gives homeowners more ways to help create a defensible space around their home. With a Class A Flame Spread Rating (the best available), Ignition Resistant designation, and/or WUI Compliance — including more Class-A-Flame-Spread-rated decking colors than any other brand — TimberTech Advanced PVC Decking offers fire resistance traditional composite and wood decking can’t match.

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Cool Touch® Technology

TimberTech Advanced PVC with Cool Touch Technology is engineered to stay up to 30° cooler than traditional composites, giving you a cooler, more comfortable experience. Cool Touch colors from the Vintage, Landmark, and Harvest Collections hold less heat and cool down faster, making them an ideal choice for sunny spaces and poolside decks.

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Rigorously tested for quality

We test TimberTech products against real-world conditions — and extreme scenarios — to verify their quality and long-term performance. Our team puts every board and fastener through more than 260 distinct tests, including accelerated weathering and exposure at test sites in demanding climates like the intense heat and UV of Arizona and the high moisture of Florida. By simulating decades of use and validating durability in challenging environments, we ensure our products meet the highest standards for strength, durability, and reliability.

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We recycle what others can’t

We don’t just recycle the easy stuff. We’re constantly innovating to repurpose hard-to-recycle plastics other manufacturers can’t. In the process, we divert roughly 500 million pounds of potentially landfill-bound waste every year to create our decking – and we are advancing toward our goal to increase that to over 1 billion pounds annually.

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Two high-performance materials, endless possibilities

From real-wood looks to best-in-class durability, TimberTech Advanced PVC and Composite Decking both offer distinct advantages for different needs. Explore how each material performs across key benefits, and how they compare to a leading competitor.

TimberTech Advanced PVC Decking (ocean)
TimberTech Composite Decking (forest)
Leading Competitor Composite
MATERIAL
Engineered from recycled material — with zero wood or organic fillers

Features a four-sided protective cap
Made from a blend of virgin and recycled polymers, along with organic material like wood flour

Features collections with a three- or four-sided cap
Made from a blend of recycled plastic and wood particles

Only offers collections with a three-sided cap
WARRANTIES
Lifetime Product Limited Warranty

50-Year Fade & Stain Limited Warranty
25- and 30-Year Product Limited Warranties

25- and 30-Year Fade & Stain Limited Warranties
25- to 50-Year Product Limited Warranty

25- to 50-Year Fade & Stain Limited Warranty
FIRE RESISTANCE
Collections feature *
• Ignition Resistant designation
• Class A Flame Spread Rating
• WUI Compliance
Select collections offer *
• WUI Compliance
• Class C Flame Spread Rating
Select collections offer
• WUI Compliance
• Class B or C Flame Spread Ratings
HEAT RESISTANCE
Select colors offer Cool Touch® Technology
Average heat resistance
Select colors feature heat resistance
WALKABILITY
Splinter-free surface with up to 40% better traction than leading competitor
Splinter-free surface
Splinter-free surface
PRICE
$$-$$$$
$-$$$
$-$$$$
MOISTURE RESISTANCE
Best
Better/Good
Good
WIDTH OPTIONS
Standard (5.5"), wide (7.25"), and narrow (3.5")
Standard (5.5")
Standard (5.5") and narrow (3.4")
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TimberTech vs the Competition

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Compare colors, finishes, and materials, and see the real wood aesthetics of TimberTech Decking in your outdoor space.

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Browse real TimberTech decks and porches to start imagining the possibilities for your own backyard.

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Why homeowners trust TimberTech

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FAQ

How does capping improve the durability of decking boards?
For composite boards, capping provides a protective polymer shell around the core, guarding it from moisture, staining, and UV exposure to help preserve its look and durability. TimberTech Composite boards are protected by a four- or three-sided cap (even in the grooves). Many other brands, however, do not use four-sided capping, leaving the core of the board exposed and more vulnerable to damage. In contrast, TimberTech Advanced PVC Decking has a fully synthetic core that does not depend on a cap for protection. The core material itself resists moisture, rot, and weathering naturally. The cap gives Advanced PVC boards up to 40% better slip resistance than leading competitors. It also provides varying levels of fire resistance across the different collections, and includes Cool Touch® Technology that helps many lighter colors stay up to 30° cooler than traditional composites.
How are manufacturers improving slip resistance in decking boards?
We engineer our decking with everyday use in mind, which includes enhancing slip resistance. The protective cap on TimberTech Advanced PVC boards features a finely textured surface that can provide up to 40% better grip than leading competitors, even in wet conditions, making it an ideal choice for moist climates, for docks, or near pools and hot tubs.
What certifications should I look for in sustainable decking products?
When choosing sustainable decking, look for products backed by credible, third-party verified certifications and disclosures. Key indicators include recycled content, which demonstrates the use of reclaimed or post-consumer materials and helps reduce landfill waste; Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) results, which evaluate environmental impacts such as carbon footprint and resource use across the product’s full life cycle; and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), which provide transparent, independently verified data to help compare environmental performance across products. Together, these tools offer a more complete and trustworthy picture of a decking product’s true sustainability.
How does sustainable decking contribute to reducing environmental impact?
Sustainable decking makes a positive environmental impact by repurposing materials that may otherwise end up in landfills. Our decking is made from up to 65% to 85% recycled content, including reclaimed wood and recycled plastics, which significantly reduces waste, the need for new resources, and overall carbon emissions. In fact, TimberTech Advanced PVC Decking has a much lower life cycle carbon footprint—just 1,170 kg of carbon emissions—compared to many hardwood alternatives, making it a responsible and long-lasting choice for your outdoor space.
How do manufacturers test decking materials for fire resistance?
Decking materials undergo standardized fire-resistance testing in controlled lab environments. Tests like ASTM E84 (Surface Flame Spread), ASTM E2632 (Under-Deck Flame Impingement), and ASTM E2768 (Extended Burning Characteristics) evaluate how decking, framing, and railing perform under exposure to flame, heat, and smoke. These rigorous standards help determine a product’s fire-resistance classifications, so you can select decking that meets local building codes and helps contribute to hardening your home. Learn more about fire-resistant TimberTech Decking Collections and their testing at spec.azek.com.
What are the benefits of using innovative decking solutions over traditional wood?
Innovative decking solutions like TimberTech Advanced PVC deliver the authentic beauty of traditional wood without the rigorous upkeep or eventual decay. By using advanced materials science, we engineer boards that resist fading, staining, and moisture damage far better than lumber, meaning you won't need to sand, stain or seal your deck for protection year after year. This approach offers you a longer-lasting, more sustainable outdoor space that continues to look good with minimal effort.
What are the most popular trends in decking design and technology for 2026?
Homeowners are increasingly prioritizing comfort, resilient materials, and decks that keep their surface cooler when exposed to sunlight. Select colors of TimberTech Advanced PVC Decking feature Cool Touch® Technology, which can keep boards up to 30 degrees cooler than traditional composite decking.** There’s also growing demand for realistic wood looks and low-maintenance durability, especially as more people seek products that withstand harsh weather and natural disasters. For wildfire-prone areas, fire-resistant decking, like TimberTech Advanced PVC, offers homeowners a way to help harden their outdoor spaces.
Disclaimer:

*All TimberTech Advanced PVC collections are WUI Compliant, along with square-shouldered Premier Collection boards and select Reserve Collection products. Vintage and Landmark Collections have an Ignition Resistant designation. Vintage, Landmark, and Harvest+ Collections have a Class A Flame Spread Rating; Harvest and Porch Collections have a Class B Flame Spread Rating, and fire-resistant Reserve and Premier Collection boards have a Class C Flame Spread Rating.

**Although TimberTech Advanced PVC Cool Touch colors are cooler to the touch than many other composite deck boards, all decking products will get hot in the sun. Additionally, the darker the decking color, the hotter it will feel. For hotter climates, consider choosing a lighter color.