seems to be growing in popularity especially with the warmer months approaching and people starting to consider their landscaping. The benefits of it such as durability seem to be the key selling point for choosing composite decking over wood decking. Another advantage – its low maintenance and beautiful look all year round.
When installing wood decking, it needs staining, oiling and moisture damage intercept practices to prevent damage such as rotting, hence why composite decking is much lower maintenance and time-consuming.
Aesthetically composite decking also wins out over wooden decking. It comes in a variety of colours and finishes ensuring that you get the look you’re after the right of the batch without having to spend your precious time repainting the deck. Most people prefer to opt for wood emitting design in a colour that best compliments their home’s outer exterior.
Composite decking also out wins wooden decking when it comes to sustainability. While it can’t be argued that decking made out of recycled plastic will decompose naturally like wood will, composite decking has other eco-friendly properties such as long lifespan, low maintenance costs and resistance to the outside elements such as heavy rain, moisture, cold etc.
While composite decking can be more costly initially than it’s most significant competitor timber, due to its higher quality and lower maintenance costs, long term it is bound to recoup the initial investment.
During the colder months, you won’t have to worry about composite decking becoming slipper and a potential danger for the little ones, elderly or pets. Wooden decks can get slippery sometimes due to algae growth on wood. Wood is also more likely to have smooth spots created by wear; these wear spots are more likely to become slip hazzards when wet. Most composite deckings come in a variety of textured finishes to not only make them aesthetically pleasing but also to make them slip-resistant. However, it is important to note that in the event of snow, rain and freezing temperatures any deck surface will get iced over, so it is essential to take appropriate measures to prevent anyone stepping on the deck of getting hurt.
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