A deck can increase comfort, living space
as well as your property’s value if you get the right material that fits your
needs. Check out 4 of the most popular decking options for your home
improvement project:
1. Wood
Pros:
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Non-toxic
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Cheaper than other options
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Rustic and natural look
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Comes in variety of shades and
colors
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Does not heat up easily
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Can be easily worked on to
comfort to your design
Cons:
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Easily stained
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Rots, cracks and splinters over
time
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Can be damaged by bugs (e.g.
termite)
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Not fire resistant
2. Composite
Pros:
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Not susceptible to staining
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Easily cleaned
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Doesn’t rot, crack or splinter
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Easy to install
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Durable
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Resistant to fire
Cons:
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Expensive
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Can easily get hot
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May not be appealing as wood
3. Plastic
Pros:
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Easy to clean
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Quick installation
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Not susceptible to staining
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Doesn’t rot, warp or crack
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Durable (can last up to 50
years)
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Slip-resistant
Cons:
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Expensive than wood deck
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Non-biodegradable
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Not comfortable in hot weather
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Less choice of design
4. Metal
Pros:
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Very durable (can last a
lifetime)
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Ideal in hot weather (does not
heat up easily)
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Flexible and can be bent easily
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Environment friendly
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Free from chemicals
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Fire-resistant
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Slip-resistant
Cons:
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Comes in limited colors
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Not so aesthetically appealing
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The most expensive type of deck
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