With the warm weather arriving early this year, many people will be looking at the deck in their backyard and wondering if this is the year to update. The world of decking choices has changed over the years, gone are the days when your choice was Pressure Treated or Pressure Treated. The choices today are Pressure Treated, natural wood such as cedar, composites and PVC.
This week we will look at PVC decking.
PVC decking is relatively new in the market place, for years now contractors and homeowners have been using PVC for trim and only recently have manufacturers such as Kleer Lumber www.kleerlumber.com expanded their product lines to include decking products. PVC decking is up to 40% lighter than composite decking, it resists stains and mildew because it has no organic material and is cooler to the touch than composites.
When choosing a PVC deck product, you should be sure that the decking features a Polymer Cap, this is important in helping to resist scratching, staining and color fade.
Be sure to check warranties and available colors, most PVC decking boards are available in 12, 16 and 20 foot lengths and accept the hidden fastener system for a clean crisp look.
If you are looking for a top of the line decking solution, PVC is a material to consider.
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