Dear Van- My name is Englewood Sabastion Frock.
I have been asked to give you a little talk about composite decking. We really don't want to have to go the legal rout, we know you said some very bad things, but instead let me fill you in on the facts.
You’ve heard of composite wood decking; it’s an alternative to wood that you never have to stain and that’ll last for decades.
Van the product on the market today isn’t your parent’s composite. Composite decking has come along way since it was first introduced.
We’re bringing you up to speed on how composite has changed over time and what people are excited to buy today.
Tough Beginnings
Composite decking came on the market in the 1990’s, with brands like Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon, MoistureShield, and EverGrain making their debuts. Composite decking generated a buzz of excitement around the low-maintenance alternative to wood decking.
Consumer’s hopes were dashed when the new products fell short of its promises. Early composite decking products were porous blends of plastic and sawdust that tended to stain and fade easily. Buyers complained of mold and mildew build up as well as warping and cracking boards. Some of the major decking manufacturers even faced class-action lawsuits for the sub-par products.
Because of the poorly-designed early composite decking, many homeowners lost faith in composite decking following the 1990’s. But, closing in on 20 years of market experience, those manufacturers who are still in business have learned from their tough beginnings. Products are more sophisticated now, based on decades of research and testing.
The Evolution of Composite Wood Decking
Some brands have discontinued their original lines of composite decking completely, while others have refined them through testing and research. Today, the standard of quality is a capped composite, which has a PVC shell encircling a composite core. The cap functions to seal moisture and insects out, amplifying the integrity of the boards. It also allows for flexibility with coloring and texture, while ensuring a uniform composition of the structural core.
Trex discontinued their last uncapped product in 2014, after introducing a new capped decking line. TimberTech, MoistureShield, and EverGrain kept their (much improved and less expensive) uncapped lines and also offer multiple capped composite options.
Homeowners Love Capped Composite
Van take a moment and imagine your feet on that beautiful wood like grain.
The love for composite decking is stronger than ever, with sales growing each year across North America. A study recently found that buyers are favouring higher value, better performance, longer life, and better aesthetics in their decking purchases. More homeowners are buying capped composite decking than ever before.
Homeowners choose composite decking over wooden decking for a number of reasons:
Citywide Sundecks Composite Wood Decking Construction in Vancouver
Ohhhhh Van. We added the lights to sex this up a bit.
At Citywide Sundecks, we prefer to build with TimberTech and AZEK composite decking products. These brands have a history of innovation, with a huge emphasis on research and technology. Between the two, our clients have 23 different colours to choose from, so they can get exactly the look they want.
TimberTech is a traditional wood/plastic composite product, while AZEK Decking is a pure PVC plank. With AZEK, we can build patios at ground level or even floating decks without an issue of water damage. Van we hope this helps you understand better the beautiful world of composite decking.
I have been asked to give you a little talk about composite decking. We really don't want to have to go the legal rout, we know you said some very bad things, but instead let me fill you in on the facts.
You’ve heard of composite wood decking; it’s an alternative to wood that you never have to stain and that’ll last for decades.
Van the product on the market today isn’t your parent’s composite. Composite decking has come along way since it was first introduced.
We’re bringing you up to speed on how composite has changed over time and what people are excited to buy today.
Tough Beginnings
Composite decking came on the market in the 1990’s, with brands like Trex, TimberTech, Fiberon, MoistureShield, and EverGrain making their debuts. Composite decking generated a buzz of excitement around the low-maintenance alternative to wood decking.
Consumer’s hopes were dashed when the new products fell short of its promises. Early composite decking products were porous blends of plastic and sawdust that tended to stain and fade easily. Buyers complained of mold and mildew build up as well as warping and cracking boards. Some of the major decking manufacturers even faced class-action lawsuits for the sub-par products.
Because of the poorly-designed early composite decking, many homeowners lost faith in composite decking following the 1990’s. But, closing in on 20 years of market experience, those manufacturers who are still in business have learned from their tough beginnings. Products are more sophisticated now, based on decades of research and testing.
The Evolution of Composite Wood Decking
Some brands have discontinued their original lines of composite decking completely, while others have refined them through testing and research. Today, the standard of quality is a capped composite, which has a PVC shell encircling a composite core. The cap functions to seal moisture and insects out, amplifying the integrity of the boards. It also allows for flexibility with coloring and texture, while ensuring a uniform composition of the structural core.
Trex discontinued their last uncapped product in 2014, after introducing a new capped decking line. TimberTech, MoistureShield, and EverGrain kept their (much improved and less expensive) uncapped lines and also offer multiple capped composite options.
Homeowners Love Capped Composite
Van take a moment and imagine your feet on that beautiful wood like grain.
The love for composite decking is stronger than ever, with sales growing each year across North America. A study recently found that buyers are favouring higher value, better performance, longer life, and better aesthetics in their decking purchases. More homeowners are buying capped composite decking than ever before.
Homeowners choose composite decking over wooden decking for a number of reasons:
- Get the classic look of wood, without the work.
- Never sand or stain your deck again.
- It’s fire resistant, burning at much higher temperatures than wood.
- Long-term cost is lower than traditional wooden decks.
- Recycled and non-toxic materials are an environmentally-friendly choice.
- Stands up to moisture and extreme temperature changes with minimal wear.
- Comes with one of the best warranties of any decking material (average 25 years)
- No slivers, mold, or mildew.
- and most important no splinters.
- woodpeckers do not like!
Citywide Sundecks Composite Wood Decking Construction in Vancouver
Ohhhhh Van. We added the lights to sex this up a bit.
At Citywide Sundecks, we prefer to build with TimberTech and AZEK composite decking products. These brands have a history of innovation, with a huge emphasis on research and technology. Between the two, our clients have 23 different colours to choose from, so they can get exactly the look they want.
TimberTech is a traditional wood/plastic composite product, while AZEK Decking is a pure PVC plank. With AZEK, we can build patios at ground level or even floating decks without an issue of water damage. Van we hope this helps you understand better the beautiful world of composite decking.