The numbers will give you a pretty good understanding of how these brands stack up. Also remember that volume discounts are available at The Decking Superstore. of decking material only, without railings, sub-structure or installation costs. Keep in mind these estimates are rudimentary based on 100 sq. To give you a rough estimate of costs, we’ve provided the following sample prices below as a guide based on today’s market prices in 2020. So, when evaluating appearance, the more expensive the boards are, the more closely they resemble natural wood. As the price increases, boards become multi-colored with more complex grain patterns designed to mimic tropical hardwoods. Entry-level composites are usually single-color boards with simple wood grain patterns. We found that this rating is not indicative of quality (all boards will have similar long-lasting performance), however this rating is mainly based on looks/appearance (more colors per board, better streaking and grain patterns, and is closer looking to natural wood).ĪZEK and TimberTech also offer tiered grades. For example, Trex uses a good, better, best model for their three lines of boards. To shed some light on sorting out the various options, we’ll focus on the four competing brands carried at The Decking Superstore:Ĭomparing these four brands should be a simple exercise until you realize that each offers tiered grades. With so many options to choose from, how do you ensure you’re getting the product that’s right for you? For us, choosing a composite deck comes down to a few basic criteria: Overall cost, appearance, durability and comfort underfoot. The promise of little or no maintenance is too good to resist compared to the periodic maintenance and refinishing natural wood requires. So you’ve made the decision to go with composite decking for your new outdoor project.
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