Five Composite Decking Systems That’ll Make Your Deck a Winner

For decades, wood was the standard when it came to using decks. It’s not surprising: Tropical hardwoods like mahogany and ipe, as well as other sturdy decking lumbers like cedar, make for long-lasting and attractive decks.

But the past several years have seen the advent of composite wood decking – materials that combine the beauty of wood with the longevity of plastic. Composite decking planks resist weathering and insects. They don’t splinter or warp. And most brands are environmentally responsible, using reclaimed wood and recycled plastic to provide a safe and robust decking experience.

Here are a few of our favorites.

Trex Decking. Trex decking provides a wide array of design, finish and color options. Decks made from Trex planks can be designed in many ways, owing to Trex decking’s versatility.

TimberTech Decking. TimberTech decking is famed for its comfort – it’s got a satiny surface that won’t heat up, no matter how much sun summertime throws at it. Check out TimberTech’s Florizon decking planks.

Evergrain Decking. Evergrain decks have a special slip-resistant surface that exceeds standards set by the Americans with Disabilities Act. If the deck you’re building is a public one, or if it’ll be used by elderly or wheelchair-bound people, EverGrain is definitely worth checking out.

Procell Decking. Procell technicians tested their decking against competitors under several conditions – staining with ketchup and barbecue sauce, scratching with keys and fingernails, and driving nails and screws into the decking’s surface. Each time, the manufacturers claim, Procell came out on top. Of course, these are the manufacturers talking, and they’d like nothing more than for you to buy Procell decking. But we’ll stand by its durability and stain resistance as well.