Modern decking materials have so much more to offer than traditional lumber. Manufactured products, like PVC and composite, use polymer blends and capping to improve the durability and longevity of decks. Both high-performance materials are at least partially synthetic, so how do you decide between PVC vs. composite? The best decking choice for your home …
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Understanding the different parts of a deck and why they matter to the overall structure can help you design, inspect, repair, and build your own backyard deck. Deck anatomy includes both the substructure (framing under the deck) and the deck surface, and each component plays a vital role in the structural integrity and aesthetics of …
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While traditional wood has been a decking staple for decades, it’s certainly not your only deck material choice. If you haven’t explored newer engineered materials, you’re missing out on low-maintenance and high-performance perks that wood just can’t offer. One of the first steps when building a deck is deciding what you’ll build it out of. …
Give Your Customers What They Want In the battle between beauty and practicality, most deck customers choose beauty. In spite of the ongoing maintenance required of wood—like power-washing, sanding, and restaining—or the inevitable replacement every 10 to 15 years, the choice can be surprisingly difficult. Why? Because customers want the look of an authentic wood …
Building a deck? Find out the best deck material options to choose from depending on desired use, area, and style.
If you live in a fire zone, building a deck is about more than choosing your favorite color and grain of wood. It’s also essential you choose fire-resistant decking to help protect your home and family in the event of a wildfire. So, what options are there for fire-resistant decking? And is there fireproof decking? …
Traditional wood options have historically been the go-to material for residential deck building. But we all know popularity doesn’t always equal “the best.” If you’re looking for the best wood for decks, you need to look beyond wood decking material altogether. In a true plot twist, your best bet isn’t wood at all. It’s composite decking. Composite Decking vs Wood: Which Wins? Discover how TimberTech® composite …
You’ve likely heard of AZEK and TimberTech decking and wondered which was better, or which was right for your home. So, you may be surprised to know that capped polymer AZEK decking is actually a part of the TimberTech decking portfolio. When it comes to comparing AZEK vs TimberTech, it’s a simple matter of exploring …
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The decking industry has grown tremendously since the introduction of composite decking a few decades ago. Terms like “PVC decking,” “composite decking,” and “polymer decking” are sometimes used interchangeably by industry pros — despite differences between them. However, they are all types of engineered decking you can choose from for your home project. If you’re …
