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In a recent study by the National Association of
Home Builders, low maintenance exteriors ranked among the top three features
that will be important in the average home in the next 10 years. Building
material manufacturers have responded to this rising demand by creating more
options for attractive low maintenance exterior products, including engineered
decking materials with high workability that also resist harsh climate
conditions.
An increasingly popular engineered decking material is composite decking, such
as Weyerhaeuser ChoiceDek decking, which consists of recovered wood fibers
encapsulated in recycled polyethylene plastic. This combination of recycled
materials creates a decking material that resists decay and splintering.
Homeowners who build with composite decking enjoy an easy-to-maintain deck, as
composites do not need staining or sealing, saving time and money on deck
upkeep. What’s more, composite decking withstands weather extremes and is
slip-resistant, making it a smart choice for three- and four-season outdoor
living.
Do-it-yourself Friendly
For homeowners building their own decks, materials that are easy to work with
are an appealing option.
Composite decking materials, while strong, are simple to install using standard
hand and power tools. Installation of a composite deck can be done with typical
and widely available tools such as a hammer, circular saw, level, tape measure,
rasp and a chalk line. Carbide-tipped saw blades with fewer than 20 teeth are
recommended for best results. When properly installed, homeowners can expect a
sturdy composite deck for years to come.
More Options and Accessories
Now that homeowners are building and using decks beyond the summer months, they
can also add decking accessories that help make decks more comfortable for
longer periods of the year.
Composite decking product lines now include matching decorative railing options
with convenient features. For example, the ChoiceDek product line includes
posts, post caps, balusters, handrails, and trim, giving homeowners more design
flexibility. ChoiceDek posts are hollow to allow for installation of outdoor
lights, making it easier to spend time outdoors on fall evenings, when shorter
days call for extra lighting.
Homeowners now have expanded options for creating modern, durable decks. Today’s
engineered decking products and accessories are allowing homeowners to build
decks designed to withstand Mother Nature and that allow families to enjoy
outdoor living through the autumn months with less worry and more comfort.
To learn more about the low maintenance of Weyerhaeuser ChoiceDek composite
decking and railing products that combine modern durability with the classic
appearance of wood, visit
www.choicedek.com or your local Lowe’s Home
Improvement Warehouse. In the United States, call (800) 951-5117 to speak with a
Weyerhaeuser representative.
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