I highly recommend taking a look at Trex deck boards instead of wood. We built two decks at my cabin using Trex about 4 or 5 years ago now, and they still look as good as the day we built them. They are exposed to a lot of weather (Manitoba winters) and have stood up to the elements extremely well. You never have to paint or stain them and I find they're more durable than wood. Plus depending on how motivated you are, you can make some beautiful patterns with the deck boards by bending them and such.
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Trex composite products are made of a unique combination of wood and plastic fibers. Trex gets its plastic and wood fibers from reclaimed or recycled resources. Including sawdust and used pallets from woodworking operations, and recycled plastic grocery bags from all over the country. Our resources are closely screened for high quality standards before they go near a Trex plant.
The exclusive Trex composite formula brings together the best qualities of wood and plastic to create a superior alternative to wood:
- Plastic shields the wood from moisture and insect damage, preventing rotting and splintering.
- Wood protects the plastic from UV damage while providing a natural, attractive look and feel.
The result is decking, railing and fencing products that require only periodic cleaning to stay beautiful for years to come – no need for sanding, staining or painting, ever.
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