Archive for the ‘composite decking’ Category
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010
I was hoping to get some feedback from someone who has had Trex or some other brand of composite decking for more than a few years.
They say that it will last for 25 years or more without splitting or getting less attractive, but a friend of mine says that the ...
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Monday, February 15th, 2010
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Saturday, February 13th, 2010
We built a deck (2 1/2 years ago) primarily out of "Choice Deck" composite decking (spindles are wood). Last year we noticed black mildew on the floor and pressure washed it w/a soap specifically for pressure washing decks, mildew, etc. This year, it looks real bad, with mildew spots ...
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Saturday, February 13th, 2010
Frankly I woulkd not use any composites. They can be very hot in the summer and don't look like wood.
Want a wood that will last forever? Check out Ipe, (pronounced eePay)
Some pictures of decks are in the link below.
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Thursday, February 11th, 2010
I'm disappointed with most of the composite samples I've seen--Trex, etc.--because they stain terribly when you drop something greasy on them. I've found one brand that is all plastic and doesn't stain, but I don't like the colors (Procell). Does anyone have a composite deck that can stand ...
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Monday, February 8th, 2010
I'm going to put a deck on my house. I've heard composite is better than wood. I'd like to hear some opinions on both. Longevity, durability and maintainence, toname a few things.
Yes is the answer.
When you consider the fact composites are virtually maint free and lasts a lifetime it becomes ...
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Saturday, February 6th, 2010
I just bought a house with a composite deck. Every time it rains, water pools on the deck. Is there any way to get this water to drain - there is no spacing between the boards.
the easiest way would be to drill small drain holes in it.
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Saturday, January 30th, 2010
I saw a show on TV and they said just the opposite. There are several brands on the market and they may have different properties. You probably have to check each one out to find the ones that don't get hot.
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Saturday, January 23rd, 2010
We need to replace our deck. It will be on the West side of our house, and there isn't any shade, so it will get hot during the summer months. I was wondering what people's experiences with it have been, and specifically --
(1) recommended brands; (2) whether composite wood ...
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Thursday, January 21st, 2010
You double posted this question..please refer to my answer on the first posting..oops my mistake someone just asked this same exact question 2 postings above you...thought it was the same person..heres the answer..
your corner posts and center posts will be installed first..and should be coming from the ground level and ...
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