{"id":2955,"date":"2017-09-12T13:47:30","date_gmt":"2017-09-12T17:47:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aboutmpswr.wpengine.com\/?p=2955"},"modified":"2021-01-08T09:50:23","modified_gmt":"2021-01-08T09:50:23","slug":"why-we-prefer-composite-decking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/blog\/why-we-prefer-composite-decking\/","title":{"rendered":"Composite Decking: A No-Fuss Luxury Deck"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>What is Composite Decking?<\/h2>\n<p>Composite decking is a low-maintenance, high performance product, made from recycled materials that offers a no-fuss luxury deck.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2816 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2054.jpg\" alt=\"composite decking\" width=\"1023\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2054.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2054-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2054-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1023px) 100vw, 1023px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Why Do We Prefer Composite Decking?<\/h2>\n<p>Decking options are plentiful these days, so it\u2019s important to do your research before deciding on your decking material. Take a look at your life-style and think about what the primary use of the deck will be. Composite decking has many advantages when compared to traditional wood decks.<\/p>\n<h4>Advantages of Composite Decking:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Deck boards last twice as long; with a lifespan of 25-30 years<\/li>\n<li>Most are fade, scratch &amp; stain resistant<\/li>\n<li>Longer boards are available; means fewer joints<\/li>\n<li>Matching fascia, railings, balusters, treads and posts available<\/li>\n<li>Deck boards won\u2019t warp, crack or split<\/li>\n<li>Mold &amp; mildew resistant<\/li>\n<li>Termite resistant<\/li>\n<li>Splinter free<\/li>\n<li>Easy cleaning; only soap &amp; water required<\/li>\n<li>Made from recycled materials<\/li>\n<li>Eco Friendly<\/li>\n<li>Available in a wide variety of colours<\/li>\n<li>Different price options available<\/li>\n<li>Increased fire resistance vs. traditional wood<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Disadvantages of Composite Decking:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Higher initial cost<\/li>\n<li>Special installation required<\/li>\n<li>Deck boards can become scuffed or stained by certain foods and oils<\/li>\n<li>Depending on the colour and location, it can become very hot on feet<\/li>\n<li>Issues with expansion and contraction have been reported<\/li>\n<li>Doesn\u2019t really look like wood, although some boards do a better job at mimicking wood<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2809 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2041.jpg\" alt=\"composite decking\" width=\"1023\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2041.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2041-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2041-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1023px) 100vw, 1023px\" \/><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-2802 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2031.jpg\" alt=\"composite decking\" width=\"1023\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2031.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2031-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/IMG_2031-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1023px) 100vw, 1023px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Thinking Composite is Right for Your Next project?<\/em><\/h2>\n<h2>A Brief History:<\/h2>\n<p>Decks became a luxury staple in homes over 50 years ago. They were typically constructed from pressure-treated lumber, cedar or redwood. Back then, theses decking materials came from 1st generation trees which produced denser lumber that was more resistant to rot and insects.<br \/>\nEventually, 1st generation trees became scarce and modern trees were engineered to grow quickly in tree farms. However, engineered trees did not have the same density or resistant properties as 1st generation trees. Therefore, the lumber from 50 years ago lasted a lot longer than lumber from modern trees.<br \/>\nAlmost 30 years ago man-made composite decking materials were invented due to the limited amount of durable natural wood choices.<br \/>\nIn the early 1990\u2019s, the first generation of composite decking materials were made from thermoplastics and recycled wood flour. The issues with these new decking products included sagging, crumbling, cracking, splitting and expansion\/contraction of the deck boards.<br \/>\nThe next generation of man-made decking materials were created about 10 years later without wood composites and consisted of plastic only. The first plastic deck boards were notorious for becoming brittle and sagging after being exposed to the elements. There were many positives to plastic decking and some of those sought after properties were that plastic decks were guaranteed not to fade, had minimal expansion\/contraction rates, were hard to scratch and didn&#8217;t crack, and were resistant to mold and mildew.<br \/>\nIn 2010, modern composites were again improved upon, this time being called capstock. Modern composite boards are a combination of environmentally friendly wood-plastic composite wrapped in a durable plastic product. Modern composites combine the durability and aesthetics of previous models, without the issues associated with those first products.<br \/>\nComposite decking is an excellent choice for all types of landscape projects and can be found in a wide range of colours, grain styles and price ranges!<br \/>\nAlthough wood and plastic composites were not perfect in the beginning, they\u2019ve come a long way since their inception.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">The Brand Names of Composite Decking:<\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trex.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-2963 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Trex-Decking-Logo-e1505235977961.jpg\" alt=\"Composite decking, luxury deck\" width=\"327\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Trex-Decking-Logo-e1505235977961.jpg 327w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Trex-Decking-Logo-e1505235977961-300x153.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 327px) 100vw, 327px\" \/><\/a><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fiberondecking.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2966\" src=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fiberon-Decking-Logo-1-300x123.jpg\" alt=\"composite decking, luxury deck\" width=\"407\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fiberon-Decking-Logo-1-300x123.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fiberon-Decking-Logo-1-1024x420.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fiberon-Decking-Logo-1-768x315.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fiberon-Decking-Logo-1-1536x630.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fiberon-Decking-Logo-1.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 407px) 100vw, 407px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/timbertech.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2962\" src=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Timbertech-Decking-Logo.jpg\" alt=\"composite decking, luxury deck\" width=\"615\" height=\"130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Timbertech-Decking-Logo.jpg 497w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Timbertech-Decking-Logo-300x63.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verandadeck.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2965\" src=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Veranda-Decking-Logo.jpg\" alt=\"composite decking, luxury deck\" width=\"467\" height=\"167\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Veranda-Decking-Logo.jpg 640w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Veranda-Decking-Logo-300x107.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 467px) 100vw, 467px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/choose-us-trex-vs-stone-steps\/\"><em>\u00a0Why Are Composite Steps Better Than Stone Steps?<\/em><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/choose-us-trex-vs-stone-steps\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-869\" src=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/side-6-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Dark drown Trex step\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/side-6-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/side-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/side-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/side-6.jpg 1040w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/choose-us-trex-vs-stone-steps\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1502\" src=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/trex-2-2.jpg\" alt=\"Three tiered , dark brown Trex steps\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/trex-2-2.jpg 1023w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/trex-2-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aboutmps.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/trex-2-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n&#8211; Jenna Monk<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is Composite Decking? 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