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A new deck can serve your home for decades, although materials, weather, and construction methods all affect its lifespan. With that in mind, our Decking Lifespan Calculator helps you compare the hardwood, composite, PVC, and framing products we sell at AdvantageLumber.com. How Long Does Hardwood Decking Last? To begin with, dense hardwoods naturally resist rot, …
Most homeowners start a Trex deck project with one question: How many deck boards do I need? You can measure the deck’s length and width to find its square footage. Though this first step looks simple, square footage tells only part of the story. Board length, deck layout, joist spacing, stairs, picture frames, and cutting …
One of the big selling points of composite decking is simple: you don’t have to stain, paint, or oil it every year. As a result, that’s a big reason homeowners may choose products from Trex, TimberTech, Deckorators, and other major manufacturers. And I get it. Who wants to spend a perfectly good Saturday refinishing a …
Trex, TimberTech & Deckorators Price Comparison If you’re planning to build a new deck this year, one of the first questions you’re probably asking is: What will the Composite Decking Cost be? “How much does composite decking cost in 2026?” The answer depends on the brand and product collection you choose. Entry level composite decking …
If you’ve ever walked barefoot across a deck in the middle of July, you already know one thing: Not all decking materials handle heat the same way. At AdvantageLumber.com, one of the questions we hear every summer is: “Does composite decking really get hotter than Ipe?” The short answer is yes, in most cases it …
When you’re building a deck, summer is when your investment gets put to the test. Long days, intense UV exposure, triple digit surface temperatures, backyard barbecues, pool parties, bare feet, kids, and pets all reveal how well your decking material really performs. The three most popular premium decking options today are: Each has advantages, but …
When temperatures climb into the upper 90s and triple digits, most homeowners start worrying about themselves but your deck is also feeling the heat. It’s important to think about ways to protect your deck. Prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures and intense UV rays can affect every decking material differently, whether you have exotic hardwood, composite, …