COMPOSITE
Composite decking is made from a combination of natural wood fibers and durable resin. Designed to resemble real wood, composite decking and fencing requires no painting or staining and won’t splinter, crack, warp or rot. This is a more expensive option but with virtually no maintenance will last at least 25 years.
Pros
- Weather resistant
- Stain resistant
- Won't splinter or rot
- 25-30 Year warranties
- Multiple Color Choices
- Low Maintenance
- Eco Friendly
PVC
PVC decking (Polyvinyl Chloride) is a premium, synthetic decking material designed to offer superior durability and low maintenance, making it an excellent alternative to traditional wood decking. Whether you're building a new deck or upgrading an existing one, PVC decking provides the perfect combination of performance, style, and convenience.
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Pros
- Weather resistant
- Stain resistant
- Won't splinter or rot
- 50 Year warranties
- Multiple Color Choices
- Low Maintenance
- Eco Friendly
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WESTERN RED CEDAR
Western Red Cedar has one of the longest life spans of any North American softwood. It produces long lengths of timber with true, straight grain, with its heartwood having natural decay resistance. Cedar wood has beautiful texture and color making it one of the most aesthetically pleasing deck and fence materials. Cedar is lightweight, easy to work and easy to finish making it a great outdoor decking or fencing material.
Pros:
· Affordable
· Versatile
· Attractive
PRESSURE TREATED
The majority of decks built in Canada are constructed from pressure-treated wood because it's typically the most affordable option. Pressure treating lumber has been infused with chemical preservatives to protect it against decay and termites for long-term protection of the wood when used in exterior application. Less durable woods, like Southern pine and Western fir, are the wood types treated with preservatives making them more resistant to the elements, rot, and insects.
Pros:
· Inexpensive
· More available than wood in some areas
· Good for surface decking and structural part
Hardwoods
If you are looking for the best decking material, then IPE hardwood also known as Brazilian Walnut is a beautiful exotic wood from South America. It is a Brazilian super wood that can last up to 50 years weighing 4.5lbs per square foot. Although this is the most expensive material we provide, in regards to deck building, IPE is often the primary choice due to its natural beauty, unparalleled strength and intense durability. A deck created from this material will not experience cracking and scratching as it is one of the densest wood in the world.Due to the natural oils and tight fiber, the wood has an ideal resistance to fungus and insect attacks. This property also makes the wood a preferred choice when building a deck since it can withstand harsh climatic conditions. It provides a suitable transition from the interior to the exterior of the house. The wood has also been classified as the top fire resistant wood by the National Fire Protection Agency.
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Pros:
- Durability
- Beautiful Natural Color
- Cool Surface
- Lasts 50+ years
