What is so good about composite decking materials?
• Many companies utilize recycled materials which is being environmentally friendly. • The products can be worked just like wood with regular tools. • Colors don’t fade like wood stains and paint so the annual maintenance is almost entirely eliminated. (Occassional pressure washing is about all that is needed). • There is not much waste in installation because of the uniform quality. • Composites don’t react to weather by cracking or warping like wood. • Most companies now offer matching post and railing systems to give a uniformity to your finished deck. • Many of the composites look like real wood with grains and knots and are available in a wide variety of finishes (smooth, rough) and different colors. Are there negative issues to consider? • They are considerably more expensive than comparably sized pressure-treated lumber. (Average 2 to 5 times more). • They are quite heavy to handle and move around. • The flooring joists need to be spaced closer together (usually 12 inches as com
