Recycled Composite (eco) Decking - A Great Alternative to Wood

An outdoor decking project is a great way to add value to your home or enhance your outdoor area. A quality deck can increase your outdoor entertaining space and create a seamless flow from your indoor to your outdoor areas.

While timber decking has been the go-to for many years,it requires significant maintenance and it can be difficult to know if the timber you want has been sustainably sourced.But there are alternatives.

In recent years, an increasing number of architects, landscapers, designers and DIY renovators have started turning to recycled eco decking instead of timber. Composite decking materials – also known as eco wood – are becoming increasingly popular and offer a wide range of benefits over traditional timber decking.

Benefits of Recycled Eco Decking

Durability - A composite eco deck provides maximum durability compared with wooden decks. Composite eco decking material ages extremely well, depending on the composition of the boards, they can exhibit superior scratch, stain or fading characteristics. It also won’t crack, warp or splinter. It is resistant to rot and does not attract timber pests like termites or borers. All this means that a composite deck will have a significantly longer lifespan compared with a traditional timber deck.

Low Maintenance - Composite eco decks require significantly less maintenance than timber decks. Whereas wood requires regular sanding, painting, oiling or staining, eco decks only require the occasional clean with warm, soapy water to keep them in pristine condition.

Aesthetics - Composite eco wood decks looks great and stay looking great for a long time. Available in a range of natural colours and authentic-looking timber patterns, composite wood has the look of natural timber without hassle of maintenance. Because of its durability and longevity, composite decking will retain its as-new look for longer without the need for time-consuming and expensive maintenance.

Sustainability - Some composite eco decking products are made from over 90% reclaimed and recycled materials. They are also one of the few materials that can be manufactured using recycled bags. Using composite decking materials lessens the amount of waste that ends up in landfill and in our waterways.

Cost-effective - While composite decking will cost a little more than most timber decks, you will easily recoup the price difference over the life of the deck. Composite decking lasts significantly longer than timber decking and requires much less maintenance. That means that over the life of the deck you will spend less money on repairs and maintenance.

Unless you are a die-hard timber fan who’s willing to put in the time, effort and money maintaining your timber decking, recycled eco decking offers a cost-effective, low-maintenance and fantastic looking alternative.

If you’re planning a decking project, then contact Ekodeck. Our friendly team can answer any questions you have about composite decking materials. Give us a call today on (03) 9639 7774 or contact us online.