Composite decking choices?

ishoot308 · 06-01-2011, 07:32 AM

The only wood I would recommend for island property such as Codeman's is "IPE". Even this "iron wood" will require some maintenance.

The best composite deck I ever owned was a product called "Duration deck". In the 12 years I had it at my home I never did a thing to it except wash it off occasionally with a hose. Unfortunately they are out of business.

The Latitudes decking I have now is very similar just heavier. The only maintenance I plan on doing to it is rinsing it off and that is for aesthetic purposes only. I bought composite for one reason, ultra low maintenance. I have no intention of spending my time at the lake staining and sanding.

Color selection is a huge factor in how hot your deck will get. Obviously a dark color will absorb more of the suns rays and be hotter.

Dan

lawn psycho · 06-01-2011, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by ishoot308

I bought composite for one reason, ultra low maintenance. I have no intention of spending my time at the lake staining and sanding.

I hear you! Our current house has no decks. Granite steps front and rear and a cobblestone patio.

My wife has hinted about wanting me to build a gazebo

chipj29 · 06-01-2011, 09:13 AM

I can’t speak to the quality of the decking, but I know that Big Jim’s in Allenstown (and they just opened an outlet at the old Steenbecks in Concord) has composite decking for a very reasonable price.
www.bigjimsbargainoutlet.com

codeman671 · 06-01-2011, 09:44 AM

I was surprised to see the pricing from Big Jim's and Uncle Hilde's. I am going to take a ride sometime soon to see what the color choices are.

06-01-2011, 09:13 AM	#3
chipj29 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Bow Posts: 1,874 Thanks: 521 Thanked 308 Times in 162 Posts	I can’t speak to the quality of the decking, but I know that Big Jim’s in Allenstown (and they just opened an outlet at the old Steenbecks in Concord) has composite decking for a very reasonable price. www.bigjimsbargainoutlet.com __________________ Getting ready for winter!

06-01-2011, 07:32 AM	#1
ishoot308 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Gilford, NH / Welch Island Posts: 6,281 Thanks: 2,401 Thanked 5,291 Times in 2,062 Posts	The only wood I would recommend for island property such as Codeman's is "IPE". Even this "iron wood" will require some maintenance. The best composite deck I ever owned was a product called "Duration deck". In the 12 years I had it at my home I never did a thing to it except wash it off occasionally with a hose. Unfortunately they are out of business. The Latitudes decking I have now is very similar just heavier. The only maintenance I plan on doing to it is rinsing it off and that is for aesthetic purposes only. I bought composite for one reason, ultra low maintenance. I have no intention of spending my time at the lake staining and sanding. Color selection is a huge factor in how hot your deck will get. Obviously a dark color will absorb more of the suns rays and be hotter. Dan

06-01-2011, 09:44 AM	#4
codeman671 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 3,501 Thanks: 221 Thanked 815 Times in 489 Posts	I was surprised to see the pricing from Big Jim's and Uncle Hilde's. I am going to take a ride sometime soon to see what the color choices are.