Composite Decks: Low Maintenance and Low Impact

Building a deck is one of the best ways a homeowner can add usable square footage to a home without breaking the bank. Decks can be simple areas for entertaining in an otherwise cramped house or expansive multi-tiered platforms with different areas for cooking, lounging, and eating. No matter the size or purpose, building a deck is only the beginning of your project. Staining and maintaining outdoor living spaces can often involve more work than installation, leading many to scrap the idea before they even get started.

Low Maintenance Saves You Time and Money

At least that is how it used to be. With the advent of composite decking, most ongoing maintenance concerns have gone by the wayside. Made of various materials, synthetic decks are fast becoming a popular choice when building outdoor features. With the look and feel of real wood, manmade lumber alternatives require no paint or stain and last much longer than natural products. If applied correctly, these decks approach zero maintenance, something hard to find among outdoor products.

Environmentally Friendly Outdoor Products

Almost one billion dollars’ worth of fabricated deck boards are sold every year. This is great news for the environment as almost 30% of the materials used in composites would be thrown away if not used for this purpose. So, not only will you save time and money on annual repair projects, you will feel better about your new addition and your reduced impact on the planet.

The next time you think about building a deck, stairway, or outdoor area consider a composite alternative to natural dimensional lumber. Doing so will save you time and money in the long run, and you will be helping reduce the amount of trash in landfills at the same time.