A regular, light scrubbing against the grain with a mild detergent will ensure your deck wears at the same rate. Richard Gibson. We have a love-hate relationship with teak.It looks amazing, provides ...

Flexiteek International has unveiled a new Tritone color range for its Flexiteek 3 synthetic marine decking, adding a more natural wood-like aesthetic to its eco-conscious product line. The Tritone ...

Composite decking materials offer the look of wood without the need to stain. And as the material evolves, it continues to take on new colors and textures, as evidenced by several new products ...

High-end composite decking is often encased in a plastic shell that resists fading, staining, scratching, and mold. It's important to look at the manufacturer's directions before installing this ...

By James K. Willcox, Tobie Stanger. When it comes to decking, you have a number of choices. Composite decking has become increasingly popular, as it has a lot to offer that traditional wood doesn’t.

What to Look for in Composite Decking. With the exception of very high-end tropical hardwood decking, composites will always cost more than most pressure-treated pine or cedar decking.

Most of the composite, plastic, and aluminum decking we test keeps its original color better than unfinished wood. Many also fend off mustard, wine, and other stains. Wood Is Stiffer and Surer ...

Q. My wood deck sits in the sun all day with no shade. It’s now treated lumber and requires sealing every other year. I’ve tried lots of different sealers all with the same results. I&#… ...

The knock against composite decking by some homeowners has been the lack of pieces to match deck boards. It was tough to coordinate railings or seating with basic deck boards. Manufacturers ...

Q. The home we own in Chicago has a deck on the front of the house surrounded by a low fence. The deck boards are showing their age, some are rotting, and it looks like it's time to replace the ...

Composite decking -- a man-made wood replacement material -- has been around awhile, but it often doesn't resemble wood decking. New this year, Trex is offering Trex Accents, a line of wood-grain ...