smith432
Joined: 24 May 2012 Posts: 347
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Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2016 3:12 am Post subject: How Do I Choose the Best Decking Materials? |
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You have two general options when choosing decking materials for your home: wood materials and composite materials. Wood is the most commonly used of all decking materials because it is generally easy to work with and is inexpensive when compared to some other types of materials. Composite materials are relatively new additions to the market, and they often combine wood fibers with plastics and other synthetic materials. Sometimes the boards can be made exclusively with these synthetic materials, eschewing wood to avoid decay or rot. A third and far less common option is aluminum.
Aluminum decking materials are very strong — in most cases, several times stronger than wood and composites — and it actually dissipates heat very easily, meaning the deck will stay cool during hot weather. The aluminum will not rot or rust, and bug infestations are extremely unlikely. This material is not often used, however, because it can be cost-prohibitive. It is usually far more expensive than wood or composites, and while it is often easy to cut and work with on-site, it is not always the most attractive option.
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