The two popular artificial decking materials are vinyl (PVC) and composite (Trex) decks. Though this type of decking material can be expensive, their low-maintenance and long-term durability makes them the perfect material for decking to homeowners who do not mind the cost.
Vinyl Deck
polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is made with high-density solid or hollow plastic and looks similar to wood. Vinyl is one of the popular artificial decking materials gaining popularity because of its ability to last longer than wood decking materials. It is a maintenance-free material that comes in various color shades that adds to its beauty.
Facts about vinyl decks
Ability to last
Vinyl is resistant to degradation factors like insect damage, splinters, and cracks. Decks built with vinyl are waterproof and resistant to mold and mildew growth. All these properties of vinyl deck material, make it last longer than wood deck material.
Cost
Vinyl is more expensive than wood deck materials but lasts longer and requires less maintenance than wood material. If you need a vinyl deck, our price quote covers both the material and installation cost.
Appearance
Vinyl grainy looks help it to mimic wooden looks and come in varieties of colors and styles that you can choose from, they are also easy to work with and can be customized easily to build for you, your dream deck style.
Upkeep
vinyl decks require less maintenance when compared to their wooden counterparts. It does not require sanding and staining like wood. If vinyl is covered with debris, it can simply be swept off and cleaned with water just a few times a year and that’s all. Its maintenance saves time and money.
Vinyl is resistant to degradation factors like insect damage, splinters, and cracks. Decks built with vinyl are waterproof and resistant to mold and mildew growth. All these properties of vinyl deck material, make it last longer than wood deck material.
Cost
Vinyl is more expensive than wood deck materials but lasts longer and requires less maintenance than wood material. If you need a vinyl deck, our price quote covers both the material and installation cost.
Appearance
Vinyl grainy looks help it to mimic wooden looks and come in varieties of colors and styles that you can choose from, they are also easy to work with and can be customized easily to build for you, your dream deck style.
Upkeep
vinyl decks require less maintenance when compared to their wooden counterparts. It does not require sanding and staining like wood. If vinyl is covered with debris, it can simply be swept off and cleaned with water just a few times a year and that’s all. Its maintenance saves time and money.
Composite (Trex) Decks
Trex composite decking material is a high-performance, low-maintenance decking material composed of wood fibers and recycled plastic. Composite deck materials are guaranteed to last for decades and come in varieties of colors and textures.
Facts about composite deck
Ability to last
Composites are very durable decking materials compared to wood and have the ability to withstand weathering/rotting. It does not warp, cup or splinter when exposed to harsh temperature conditions.
Cost
Trex composite prices vary due to so many manufacturers producing the product. Our price here at Logan Deck & Fence covers both the material cost and installation cost.
Appearance
Trex composites come in different variety of colors that can be used to design a beautiful deck for you. It colors are hard to fade out and will usually remain the way it was for decades retaining its beauty.
Upkeep
Trex composites are low-maintenance decking materials requiring no sanding and staining. They are simply kept clean with the use of soap and water when dirty.
Not sure which deck materials to go for?
Reach out to us and we will help in the decision-making.
Composites are very durable decking materials compared to wood and have the ability to withstand weathering/rotting. It does not warp, cup or splinter when exposed to harsh temperature conditions.
Cost
Trex composite prices vary due to so many manufacturers producing the product. Our price here at Logan Deck & Fence covers both the material cost and installation cost.
Appearance
Trex composites come in different variety of colors that can be used to design a beautiful deck for you. It colors are hard to fade out and will usually remain the way it was for decades retaining its beauty.
Upkeep
Trex composites are low-maintenance decking materials requiring no sanding and staining. They are simply kept clean with the use of soap and water when dirty.
Not sure which deck materials to go for?
Reach out to us and we will help in the decision-making.