Expert Composite Deck Installation ServicesComposite decks and manufactured decking is quickly becoming the most popular choice. Manufactured decks are built of materials that just keeps improving. Through technological advances in the last two decades, these materials are some of the best available. But, most composite deck owners take for granted the ease-of-use that comes with composite decks. We will nine times out of ten recommend that new deck builds should be done using composite materials, simply for the durability and strength as well as the value it brings to a home. Since composite is made up of recycled materials, this is also an eco-friendly option!
New homeowners looking to replace a forgotten deck, or for long-time homeowners looking to renovate their yard should consider a composite deck. It’s a great opportunity to better utilize the space in your yard and focus on the aesthetic appeal outside of your home. There are a variety of materials used to deliver a visually outstanding deck for you to entertain friends and family with. |
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TYPES OF MATERIALS FOR COMPOSITE DECKING
These materials are all used for the walking surface of the deck area. Each has its own pros and cons that come it. The surface area of decks is made of either composite, PVC or Cap-stock/hybrid. Some of these have protective shells or a coating.
Composite Material
"Composite" refers both to the category of decking materials that contain inorganic material and to a specific subset of that materials.
Most "composite" decking is now actually capped composite or pure PVC, though we still use the word composite as a shorthand to refer to these materials. Azek, Timbetech, and Trex are all good examples of this catergory of materials; our certified installers are knowledgeable in the installation of all of these brands as well as many more.
True composite, the wood-plastic mix favored in the 90's, has fallen out of favor due to the many superior traits of it's capped-composite cousin. It is still available on the market but it's only used in the most budget-oriented projects.
This is what most people think of when they hear “Composite Decks” although there are a number of options available.
PVC and Cap-Stock
PVC and Cap-Stock decking have some advantages when compared with basic composite decking. It is far more resistant to fading and staining. So much so that most manufacturers will offer a fade and stain warranty. Speak with your composite deck builder if this is material you’re considering using PVC and cap-stock. These products have a bit more resistance to scratching. Where composite decking material is easily scratch from someone walking across it or dragging a chair, these materials aren’t so easily phased.
The downside of PVC and Cap-stock is that most of the time they don’t exactly look like wood. Some manufacturers are delivering higher quality deep wood tones. They retain their low-maintenance while appearing closer to that wood deck appeal that most homeowners want.
Aside from other composites available, PVC and cap-stock are more durable, cleans easier and is highly recommended by us and many other professional deck builders.
These materials are all used for the walking surface of the deck area. Each has its own pros and cons that come it. The surface area of decks is made of either composite, PVC or Cap-stock/hybrid. Some of these have protective shells or a coating.
Composite Material
"Composite" refers both to the category of decking materials that contain inorganic material and to a specific subset of that materials.
Most "composite" decking is now actually capped composite or pure PVC, though we still use the word composite as a shorthand to refer to these materials. Azek, Timbetech, and Trex are all good examples of this catergory of materials; our certified installers are knowledgeable in the installation of all of these brands as well as many more.
True composite, the wood-plastic mix favored in the 90's, has fallen out of favor due to the many superior traits of it's capped-composite cousin. It is still available on the market but it's only used in the most budget-oriented projects.
This is what most people think of when they hear “Composite Decks” although there are a number of options available.
PVC and Cap-Stock
PVC and Cap-Stock decking have some advantages when compared with basic composite decking. It is far more resistant to fading and staining. So much so that most manufacturers will offer a fade and stain warranty. Speak with your composite deck builder if this is material you’re considering using PVC and cap-stock. These products have a bit more resistance to scratching. Where composite decking material is easily scratch from someone walking across it or dragging a chair, these materials aren’t so easily phased.
The downside of PVC and Cap-stock is that most of the time they don’t exactly look like wood. Some manufacturers are delivering higher quality deep wood tones. They retain their low-maintenance while appearing closer to that wood deck appeal that most homeowners want.
Aside from other composites available, PVC and cap-stock are more durable, cleans easier and is highly recommended by us and many other professional deck builders.