Composite Decking
Bryce Werlington
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The new kid on the block in decking is composite decking. As the new kid, not many understand it very well, even thought there is not much difference in it and the wood it comes from. Composite decking is a mixture of sawdust and a binder to give it form and structure. This recycling makes it a good environmental choice, as the wood that goes into its construction is the waste from other wood products, and no trees have to be cut down specifically to make it.
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Composite decking responds to similar procedures as wood itself. It is designed to be cut with a saw, nailed, or screwed in place like wood as well. Yet for all its similarities it can surprise you with its subtle differences.
The primary difference is in planning to use it; composite decking uses preformed molding that completely formed trims, so that you don' t have to miter the joints to build the base trims for the posts and so forth. This means that when you are planning on it, it is important to consider all these joints and just how you want to use them. Then you can purchase the right pieces up front.
The other differences come on the other end of the construction process. Composite decking doesn' t have to be painted as it will assume a pleasant grey tone as it weathers. If you don' t care for that, then it takes to paint as well, although some priming may help create a smoother texture. It is important to remember that if it is painted, the paint will still have to be maintained.
It can also take much less maintenance than wood. Wood should really be treated at least once a season, but composite decking can rely on the strength of its base to resist weather better. This can help offset the costs of the decking and help make the choice an easier one. This trait can also help with the environmental claims, as many fewer chemicals are sprayed into your personal environment.
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There are many reasons that can lure you to use composite decking and possibly offset its higher cost. Environmentally, it can be more responsible than wood and yet remain easier to work with than some of the other decking options out there. It boils down to whether the environmental concerns and lower maintenance make it more appealing to you.
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