Long Lasting And Low Maintenance Decking Materials: Pvc Decking
For the past decade or so, composite decking has been the big name in low-maintenance decking materials
. The combination of recycled plastic and wood fibers gave consumers the best of both worlds: the beauty and strength of wood, with the durability and weather-resistance of plastic. When it came out in the 1990s, it changed the industry.
Now there is another update in the decking world, this time with the development of PVC decking. PVC decking dispenses with the wood fibers entirely, creating a surface that has none of the natural vulnerabilities of wood.
What Is PVC Decking?
PVC decking, also known as cellular decking materials, are made from polyvinyl chloride. Manufacturers use an extrusion process that produce a material that's lighter and less dense than previous types of PVC, yet still have many of the working characteristics of wood. This makes it easier to handle, install and maintain.
As this engineering process has been refined and developed, this new generation of PVC decks has become stronger and more attractive, solving many of the problems associated with wood and composite decking.
Benefits of PVC Decks
Many homeowners are drawn to the advantages of PVC decks - particularly in rainy locations such as the Pacific Northwest, where rot and mold pose constant challenges. These advantages include:
Wood-like appearance. In previous generations of synthetic decking materials consumers biggest complaint was their inability to mimic the natural beauty of wood. These days, however, manufacturers such as Endeck are able to create PVC decking that has an embossed wood grain on both sides of the boards, creating both the look and feel of a wood deck.
Exceptional durability. PVC decks are made to withstand any condition. Because it is made from inorganic material, a PVC deck will not give in to cracking, splintering, warping, mildew, mold or rot. It has a hard outer layer, or capstock shell, which is designed to protect the deck boards against damage and stains on all four sides.
Minimal maintenance. This protective outer layer also makes it easy to clean. Simply run a hose over the deck to clean off spills, mold and surface dirt. Messes such as dirt and grease can be removed by using simple household cleaners and a soft cloth without having to use environmentally harmful cleaning products.
Improved safety. Slick boards when wet were another common complaint about past synthetic decking materials. However, the deep wood-grain texture on PVC deck brands such as Endeck create a much safer, non-slip surface. PVC decking is also has higher fire resistance than wood or composite decking. Endeck, for example, has earned the highest rating possible from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, one of the most stringent fire resistance certifiers in the world.
Variety of colors. As PVC decking has caught on with consumers, manufacturers have increased the number of colors available. Therefore, there is most likely a color to match any home as well as blend in with any outdoor environment.
With so many long-term advantages, it's no wonder PVC decking has become the newest answer to consumers' demand for long-lasting, low-maintenance decking materials.
by: Dave C. Nichols
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