Composite decking has a lot to offer over traditional wood options. Easy maintenance, for one. Composite decking—an amalgam of ground-up wood and plastic formed into planks—doesn’t ever need to be ...

Trex invented composite decking, but these days, the company has plenty of competition. Here's how four leading brands stack up against each other.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Traditional wood decking can be beautiful—picture the silvery-gray patina of aged cedar—but one thing is ...

Treated lumber, or composite? This is a common question when meeting with a client to discuss a design regarding a deck build. There are pros and cons to either path. It really comes down to the ...

CAMBY, Ind. – Building a deck from start to finish will generally cost thousands of dollars, depending on the materials, size, style of deck and who builds it. If you already have a deck but it has ...

The typical cost range for building a deck is $4,141 to $11,713, though the national average cost is $7,913. The main cost factors in building a deck include deck size, materials, foundation, and ...

Trex composite decking is made from 95% recycled and reclaimed content, including thousands of plastic bags, wraps and films. (Photo courtesy Trex) This is your first of three free stories this month.

Despite our region’s snowy winter, it’s not too soon to be thinking about outdoor entertaining in the spring. Build (or rebuild) a deck off your home, and you’ll have a spot for grilling or chilling.

Why Multi-Level Composite Decks Outperform Wood in Cleveland’s Climate Eastlake, United States - February 6, 2026 / ...

Do you know how to avoid staining a deck? Build it from something other than wood, such as composite or PVC decking boards.