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Trex decking is one of the composite decking
materials that has a proven track record with homeowners. Trex is
different from other alternative materials for use as decking
because it has a higher percentage of wood in its components. It is
also very environmentally friendly and is completely recyclable.
Although Trex decking does contain wood, it does not require the
same level of maintenance as wood decking does.
Trex decking prices may turn you off when you first look at the
price tag associated with it. However, when you compare Trex decking
to using wood as decking material, you have to look at the other
important features of Trex composite decking. With wood, you have to
paint and stain it just about every year. It is subject to rot and
insect infestation. You do not have any of these problems with Trex
decking and it will last a lifetime. Compare the prices of what it
will cost you to keep your wood deck in good shape and you will see
that Trex offers the best bargain in decking.
Some of the other impressive features of Trex decking include:
· It doesn’t crack
· It doesn’t splinter
· It is slip-resistant
· It will not swell when exposed to moisture
· It has minimal shrinkage in cold temperatures
You can saw and fasten the Trex composite decking to the wooden
frame of the deck just as you can with wood or another brand of
composite decking. It has UV protection so that it won’t fade from
the glare of the sun on the hot summer days. Even though you pay the
higher Trex decking prices, you will notice some light fading in the
first few months. This is the natural process of the composite
decking acclimatizing to the location.
Trex composite decking means that the material is made from plastic
and reclaimed wood. The wood can be fiber or sawdust and often the
plastic is recycled as well. Each plank or tile that you have has
the color going all the way through. When you purchase an
installation kit to help you out, you will also get the instructions
as to how to create a beautiful deck with Trex decking. You can also
visit the company website and download the instruction. The cost of
the installation kit is in addition to the Trex decking prices so
you do have to allow for this in your budget.
It is best to buy all of the Trex decking that you need at the same
time. This is because if you run out of the Trex composite decking
and have to return to the store for more, the next shipment may not
be exactly the same color. At various times, you may be able to get
the Trex decking on sale and when you have to buy some at a later
date, you will have to pay higher Trex decking prices.
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