Composite Decking was introduced in the 1990s by Trex, which began mixing plastic with real wood fibers to create a weather-resistant product to use as a decking surface.

The process of creating Composite decking is surprising. Trex, the leading manufacturer, uses only recycled plastic, mainly from plastic bags, and reclaimed wood to create the base. The two materials are mixed together, shaped, embossed with a wood-grain pattern, cooled, and then cut to prepare for distribution.

Despite what you may think, this is actually a more eco-friendly process than real wood! The wood that is used to create Trex boards is created by using recycled and reclaimed materials.

The main benefit to using Composite Decking is that it is completely maintenance free! That means it has a finish applied to it that is permanent, and unlike wood decking, it doesn’t need to be re-finished. The cost and environmental impact of re-finishing a deck is a huge factor in why so many of our customers decide to go with Trex or Timbertech Composite decking.

Trex has several different price points, from the Basics, up to the newer Lineage line, with Enhanced Naturals and Selects in between. The prices fall between $3-$6 per linear foot. Enhanced Naturals are the most common choice for our customers, as they offer more color options, and more durability than the Basics.

Trex is constantly improving their products, and the most recent addition of the Lineage line offers a decking that stays cooler in the sun, has a more wood-like texture, and more UV resistance.

Check out www.trex.com to see all the options!