Plastic deck boards are made up of polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), or polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic, while composite decks contain both wood fibers and plastic.
Composite decking consist of more organic materials than their counterparts do.
Decking Compromises Performance
“Composite” or “plastic decking” is made of wood fibres mixed with plastic. Wood content naturally decays, so the composite absorbs water and mildews. It can rot, host insects, and become infested by mould growths.
Because it cannot protect itself against environmental elements like natural wood does use its outer bark layer to shield interior layers from damage caused by humidity in wet weather conditions.
Unfortunately, capped composite decking is still at risk.
When a fully encased board is scratched or a hole in the protective cover enables water to leak in, it is still vulnerable.
Plastic Decking Is Waterproof
Plastic decking is 100 percent waterproof, protecting your home from water damage. Composite boards are only slightly resistant to moisture but offer no protection against it.
Plastic decking is an attractive option since it can be purchased at a lower price than wood and does not require the same maintenance. However, quality varies between different brands and types of plastic boards so you should do some research before making your purchase to ensure that you get maximum value for money.
We manufacture HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) boards which overcomes many drawbacks associated with other.
Synthetic options such as PVC or composite board decks on market today including: splinters, warping due to extreme temperature fluctuations etc.
Why Bayou City Lumber Is the Ultimate Plastic Decking
Bayou City Lumber is the ultimate plastic decking for both residential and commercial needs. We offer a wide variety of options to suit your budget, design preference, and application type.
Whether you’re looking for an outdoor living space or an easy way to create some additional parking, our products are perfect!
Bayou City Lumber Is Heat-Reflective
The Bayou City Lumber board offers cool decking for projects in the hottest environments.
It’s unique heat-reflective technology keeps surface temperature among the top complaints about composite and plastic decks, ensuring that everyone is comfortable while enjoying your new outdoor space!
Bayou City Lumber experiences about 1/32 of an inch in movement on a 12 foot board, while composite and other plastic decking options experience 4-10 times more thermal expansion and contraction.
Outdoor decking boards are waterproof, but builders usually can’t install them on the ground or underwater. Bayou City Lumber provides endless building opportunities for this reason. Our deck boards have been built to be used both directly on the ground and completely submerged in water!
Bayou City Lumber boards are the perfect choice when it comes to protecting your outdoor decks from water damage. Our decking is made with high-density polyethylene, which makes them ideal for use in wet weather conditions or environments where moisture can be an issue.
You’ll never have to worry about mold again! For more information on how our materials stand up over time visit Why Bayou City Lumber today!
