Decking the area around your garden always adds that additional flair to any home. Prior to deciding on the kind of design and style that you are looking for, you need to know the difference between two types of decking materials which are wooden and composite. Costs will vary in relation to the material and its longevity. The main thing to consider before you make the decision to build an area for decking is the level of maintenance that it will require.
Composite decking fiber, also called wood-plastic composites is made from the recycled material of plastic, and also wood. This kind of decking is becoming more popular because it's environmentally friendly and can serve as a perfect substitute for wood. There are different types of composite decking colours materials available in the market.
There are two kinds of it, namely hollow and solid composite decking. The solid decking appears more like natural wood, while the hollow composite decking appears more engineered. A deck made of composite is likely to last longer than any other decking because of its characteristics.
Composite decking is resistant to extreme weather conditions. It is, for one, not affected by humidity in the air and is resistant to rots and insects. It also doesn't expand or shrink in size as natural wood because of the weather. It also cuts and installs easily as real wood. Fourthly, it has water and slip-resistant properties.