{"id":80,"date":"2023-07-17T12:58:10","date_gmt":"2023-07-17T11:58:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80"},"modified":"2023-07-23T19:15:53","modified_gmt":"2023-07-23T18:15:53","slug":"types-of-decking","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80","title":{"rendered":"Types of Decking"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"80\" class=\"elementor elementor-80\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-3aa1f1bb elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no\" data-id=\"3aa1f1bb\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6e44d50b\" data-id=\"6e44d50b\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60bddbf4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"60bddbf4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38f54768 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"38f54768\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Types Of Decking<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-385d369e elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"385d369e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\"><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4f9f99a9 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no\" data-id=\"4f9f99a9\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-6a561c70\" data-id=\"6a561c70\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-62c4f0ce elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"62c4f0ce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Decking Suitability<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5be6b68d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5be6b68d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"Textbody\"><span lang=\"EN-US\">If you\u2019re planning a new deck or upgrading an old one, the decking material is the most important decision you\u2019ll make. Not too long ago, redwood and cedar were just about the only options.<span class=\"StrongEmphasis\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span class=\"StrongEmphasis\"><span style=\"color: windowtext; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;\">Composite<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"StrongEmphasis\">\u00a0<\/span>and PVC decking, offer ease of maintenance and longevity that put the traditional favorites in the shade. Thus, you need to know the different types of deck, to fully understand the decking suitability.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-a6e4542 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no\" data-id=\"a6e4542\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-78692346\" data-id=\"78692346\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dd75c1e elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"dd75c1e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"728\" src=\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg\" class=\"elementor-animation-sink attachment-large size-large wp-image-800\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-300x228.jpg 300w, https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-768x583.jpg 768w, https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1536x1165.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-2048x1554.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-2f3ce67f\" data-id=\"2f3ce67f\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-54fb8fad elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"54fb8fad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>Pressure\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 Treated Wood \u2013 Made of fir permeated with anti-rot and insecticide agents, pressure-treated decking is a low-cost favorite. Pressure-treated lumber can last for decades, but requires refinishing with a clear sealer or stain<\/p><p><strong>Cedar<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 The natural beauty of real wood is unmatched. In addition, this perennial decking favorite is inexpensive and easy to work with.Thus it is a good choice for the do-it-yourself option.\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Redwood<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Redwood is expensive and now available only on the West Coast. It\u2019s lightweight, strong, and easy to work with. Select only high-grade decking lumber with little of the cream-colored sapwood, which can deteriorate rapidly when exposed to the elements<\/p><p><strong>Vinyl<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) decking is rapidly gaining favor as it is maintenance-free. PVC has no wood content.<\/p><p><strong>Composite<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Made of wood fiber combined with recycled polyethylene, composite decking is a good-looking, low-maintenance material. Composites come in a broad range of colors and texture that closely approximate real wood. It also offers design versatility.<\/p><p>Decking is mostly being installed in the outdoor area especially when you are using\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20221003051205\/https:\/www.flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/vinylflooring\/\">vinyl<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0composite\u00a0type decking. Some of them are also installed outside their home where the household can relax and enjoy the sun. it can also become a place where you can create as gathering or for party. This is especially if you want to make tour house to appear bigger and create more spaces for everyone.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-719553af elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no\" data-id=\"719553af\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-178a80b5\" data-id=\"178a80b5\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7cbb0ec elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7cbb0ec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Benefits of WPC Decking<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65bac0a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"65bac0a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>WPC\u00a0decking\u00a0<\/strong>combines the traditional appearance of timber with the durability of an engineered composite. Therefore, we believe it\u2019s such a diverse product. Here are five reasons why:<\/p><ul><li>Safety first:Unlike regular decking, composite is slip-resistant and splinter-free<\/li><li>Upkeep:\u00a0Composite decking\u00a0is made of a mix of waste wood or cellulose fiber and plastic. Thus, it typically requires only an occasional cleaning.<\/li><li>Durability:Whereas traditional decking can look just as appealing, it is easily weathered. Subject to harsh rain and blistering heat, the deck can fade and warp<\/li><li>Design:Without the use of nails and screws, the deck has a smooth surface, creating a smart and modern feel.<\/li><li>Cost:Indeed, the initial cost of wood is in most cases less in comparison to composite.<\/li><\/ul><h4>Benefits of Hardwood Decking<\/h4><p>Other than you might also opt for the hardwood as your decking solution. Below are some of the reasons why you might benefits a lot from hardwood decking:<\/p><ul><li>They provide the best structure because hardwoods are strong and durable.<\/li><li>They also provide wonderful aesthetics because of their unique and varied appearances.<\/li><li>Many indigenous hardwoods also provide natural protection against bushfires and termites<\/li><li>Finally, hardwoods are easy to maintain<\/li><\/ul><h4>Disadvantages of Both Types of Decking<\/h4><p>However there are also disadvantages from using both kind of decking. This is because both wooden and\u00a0<strong>composite decking<\/strong>\u00a0also don\u2019t come without their imperfection:<\/p><ul><li>they come in a wide range of grades<\/li><li>Composite lumber costs the most<\/li><li>Cedar requires pressure washing and resealing every one to two years, but no matter how well you maintain cedar, it will fade.<\/li><li>Certain pressure-treated decking products come with a limited lifetime warranty<\/li><\/ul><p>You may also read up about external flooring such as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20221003051205\/https:\/www.flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/pebble-wash-flooring\/\">pebble wash flooring<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20221003051205\/https:\/www.flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/tiles-flooring\/\">tiles flooring<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-50 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-29f351b9\" data-id=\"29f351b9\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-49f6ea5c elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"49f6ea5c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/wpc-decking-1.jpg\" class=\"elementor-animation-sink attachment-full size-full wp-image-803\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/wpc-decking-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/wpc-decking-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/wpc-decking-1-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Types Of Decking Decking Suitability If you\u2019re planning a new deck or upgrading an old one, the decking material is the most important decision you\u2019ll make. Not too long ago, redwood and cedar were just about the only options.\u00a0Composite\u00a0and PVC decking, offer ease of maintenance and longevity that put the traditional favorites in the shade. Thus, you need to know the different types of deck, to fully understand the decking suitability. Pressure\u00a0\u2013 Treated Wood \u2013 Made of fir permeated with anti-rot and insecticide agents, pressure-treated decking is a low-cost favorite. Pressure-treated lumber can last for decades, but requires refinishing with a clear sealer or stain Cedar\u00a0\u2013 The natural beauty of real wood is unmatched. In addition, this perennial decking favorite is inexpensive and easy to work with.Thus it is a good choice for the do-it-yourself option.\u00a0 Redwood\u00a0\u2013 Redwood is expensive and now available only on the West Coast. It\u2019s lightweight, strong, and easy to work with. Select only high-grade decking lumber with little of the cream-colored sapwood, which can deteriorate rapidly when exposed to the elements Vinyl\u00a0\u2013 Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) decking is rapidly gaining favor as it is maintenance-free. PVC has no wood content. Composite\u00a0\u2013 Made of wood fiber combined with recycled polyethylene, composite decking is a good-looking, low-maintenance material. Composites come in a broad range of colors and texture that closely approximate real wood. It also offers design versatility. Decking is mostly being installed in the outdoor area especially when you are using\u00a0vinyl\u00a0and\u00a0composite\u00a0type decking. Some of them are also installed outside their home where the household can relax and enjoy the sun. it can also become a place where you can create as gathering or for party. This is especially if you want to make tour house to appear bigger and create more spaces for everyone. Benefits of WPC Decking WPC\u00a0decking\u00a0combines the traditional appearance of timber with the durability of an engineered composite. Therefore, we believe it\u2019s such a diverse product. Here are five reasons why: Safety first:Unlike regular decking, composite is slip-resistant and splinter-free Upkeep:\u00a0Composite decking\u00a0is made of a mix of waste wood or cellulose fiber and plastic. Thus, it typically requires only an occasional cleaning. Durability:Whereas traditional decking can look just as appealing, it is easily weathered. Subject to harsh rain and blistering heat, the deck can fade and warp Design:Without the use of nails and screws, the deck has a smooth surface, creating a smart and modern feel. Cost:Indeed, the initial cost of wood is in most cases less in comparison to composite. Benefits of Hardwood Decking Other than you might also opt for the hardwood as your decking solution. Below are some of the reasons why you might benefits a lot from hardwood decking: They provide the best structure because hardwoods are strong and durable. They also provide wonderful aesthetics because of their unique and varied appearances. Many indigenous hardwoods also provide natural protection against bushfires and termites Finally, hardwoods are easy to maintain Disadvantages of Both Types of Decking However there are also disadvantages from using both kind of decking. This is because both wooden and\u00a0composite decking\u00a0also don\u2019t come without their imperfection: they come in a wide range of grades Composite lumber costs the most Cedar requires pressure washing and resealing every one to two years, but no matter how well you maintain cedar, it will fade. Certain pressure-treated decking products come with a limited lifetime warranty You may also read up about external flooring such as\u00a0pebble wash flooring\u00a0and\u00a0tiles flooring.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"elementor_header_footer","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-80","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Types of Decking - flooringspecialistmalaysia.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Types of Decking - flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Types Of Decking Decking Suitability If you\u2019re planning a new deck or upgrading an old one, the decking material is the most important decision you\u2019ll make. Not too long ago, redwood and cedar were just about the only options.\u00a0Composite\u00a0and PVC decking, offer ease of maintenance and longevity that put the traditional favorites in the shade. Thus, you need to know the different types of deck, to fully understand the decking suitability. Pressure\u00a0\u2013 Treated Wood \u2013 Made of fir permeated with anti-rot and insecticide agents, pressure-treated decking is a low-cost favorite. Pressure-treated lumber can last for decades, but requires refinishing with a clear sealer or stain Cedar\u00a0\u2013 The natural beauty of real wood is unmatched. In addition, this perennial decking favorite is inexpensive and easy to work with.Thus it is a good choice for the do-it-yourself option.\u00a0 Redwood\u00a0\u2013 Redwood is expensive and now available only on the West Coast. It\u2019s lightweight, strong, and easy to work with. Select only high-grade decking lumber with little of the cream-colored sapwood, which can deteriorate rapidly when exposed to the elements Vinyl\u00a0\u2013 Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) decking is rapidly gaining favor as it is maintenance-free. PVC has no wood content. Composite\u00a0\u2013 Made of wood fiber combined with recycled polyethylene, composite decking is a good-looking, low-maintenance material. Composites come in a broad range of colors and texture that closely approximate real wood. It also offers design versatility. Decking is mostly being installed in the outdoor area especially when you are using\u00a0vinyl\u00a0and\u00a0composite\u00a0type decking. Some of them are also installed outside their home where the household can relax and enjoy the sun. it can also become a place where you can create as gathering or for party. This is especially if you want to make tour house to appear bigger and create more spaces for everyone. Benefits of WPC Decking WPC\u00a0decking\u00a0combines the traditional appearance of timber with the durability of an engineered composite. Therefore, we believe it\u2019s such a diverse product. Here are five reasons why: Safety first:Unlike regular decking, composite is slip-resistant and splinter-free Upkeep:\u00a0Composite decking\u00a0is made of a mix of waste wood or cellulose fiber and plastic. Thus, it typically requires only an occasional cleaning. Durability:Whereas traditional decking can look just as appealing, it is easily weathered. Subject to harsh rain and blistering heat, the deck can fade and warp Design:Without the use of nails and screws, the deck has a smooth surface, creating a smart and modern feel. Cost:Indeed, the initial cost of wood is in most cases less in comparison to composite. Benefits of Hardwood Decking Other than you might also opt for the hardwood as your decking solution. Below are some of the reasons why you might benefits a lot from hardwood decking: They provide the best structure because hardwoods are strong and durable. They also provide wonderful aesthetics because of their unique and varied appearances. Many indigenous hardwoods also provide natural protection against bushfires and termites Finally, hardwoods are easy to maintain Disadvantages of Both Types of Decking However there are also disadvantages from using both kind of decking. This is because both wooden and\u00a0composite decking\u00a0also don\u2019t come without their imperfection: they come in a wide range of grades Composite lumber costs the most Cedar requires pressure washing and resealing every one to two years, but no matter how well you maintain cedar, it will fade. Certain pressure-treated decking products come with a limited lifetime warranty You may also read up about external flooring such as\u00a0pebble wash flooring\u00a0and\u00a0tiles flooring.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2023-07-23T18:15:53+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"http:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"3 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80\",\"name\":\"Types of Decking - flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/#website\"},\"primaryImageOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#primaryimage\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"http:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg\",\"datePublished\":\"2023-07-17T11:58:10+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2023-07-23T18:15:53+00:00\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#primaryimage\",\"url\":\"http:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg\",\"contentUrl\":\"http:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg\"},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Types of Decking\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/\",\"name\":\"flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\",\"description\":\"\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":{\"@type\":\"PropertyValueSpecification\",\"valueRequired\":true,\"valueName\":\"search_term_string\"}}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"Types of Decking - flooringspecialistmalaysia.com","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"Types of Decking - flooringspecialistmalaysia.com","og_description":"Types Of Decking Decking Suitability If you\u2019re planning a new deck or upgrading an old one, the decking material is the most important decision you\u2019ll make. Not too long ago, redwood and cedar were just about the only options.\u00a0Composite\u00a0and PVC decking, offer ease of maintenance and longevity that put the traditional favorites in the shade. Thus, you need to know the different types of deck, to fully understand the decking suitability. Pressure\u00a0\u2013 Treated Wood \u2013 Made of fir permeated with anti-rot and insecticide agents, pressure-treated decking is a low-cost favorite. Pressure-treated lumber can last for decades, but requires refinishing with a clear sealer or stain Cedar\u00a0\u2013 The natural beauty of real wood is unmatched. In addition, this perennial decking favorite is inexpensive and easy to work with.Thus it is a good choice for the do-it-yourself option.\u00a0 Redwood\u00a0\u2013 Redwood is expensive and now available only on the West Coast. It\u2019s lightweight, strong, and easy to work with. Select only high-grade decking lumber with little of the cream-colored sapwood, which can deteriorate rapidly when exposed to the elements Vinyl\u00a0\u2013 Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) decking is rapidly gaining favor as it is maintenance-free. PVC has no wood content. Composite\u00a0\u2013 Made of wood fiber combined with recycled polyethylene, composite decking is a good-looking, low-maintenance material. Composites come in a broad range of colors and texture that closely approximate real wood. It also offers design versatility. Decking is mostly being installed in the outdoor area especially when you are using\u00a0vinyl\u00a0and\u00a0composite\u00a0type decking. Some of them are also installed outside their home where the household can relax and enjoy the sun. it can also become a place where you can create as gathering or for party. This is especially if you want to make tour house to appear bigger and create more spaces for everyone. Benefits of WPC Decking WPC\u00a0decking\u00a0combines the traditional appearance of timber with the durability of an engineered composite. Therefore, we believe it\u2019s such a diverse product. Here are five reasons why: Safety first:Unlike regular decking, composite is slip-resistant and splinter-free Upkeep:\u00a0Composite decking\u00a0is made of a mix of waste wood or cellulose fiber and plastic. Thus, it typically requires only an occasional cleaning. Durability:Whereas traditional decking can look just as appealing, it is easily weathered. Subject to harsh rain and blistering heat, the deck can fade and warp Design:Without the use of nails and screws, the deck has a smooth surface, creating a smart and modern feel. Cost:Indeed, the initial cost of wood is in most cases less in comparison to composite. Benefits of Hardwood Decking Other than you might also opt for the hardwood as your decking solution. Below are some of the reasons why you might benefits a lot from hardwood decking: They provide the best structure because hardwoods are strong and durable. They also provide wonderful aesthetics because of their unique and varied appearances. Many indigenous hardwoods also provide natural protection against bushfires and termites Finally, hardwoods are easy to maintain Disadvantages of Both Types of Decking However there are also disadvantages from using both kind of decking. This is because both wooden and\u00a0composite decking\u00a0also don\u2019t come without their imperfection: they come in a wide range of grades Composite lumber costs the most Cedar requires pressure washing and resealing every one to two years, but no matter how well you maintain cedar, it will fade. Certain pressure-treated decking products come with a limited lifetime warranty You may also read up about external flooring such as\u00a0pebble wash flooring\u00a0and\u00a0tiles flooring.","og_url":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80","og_site_name":"flooringspecialistmalaysia.com","article_modified_time":"2023-07-23T18:15:53+00:00","og_image":[{"url":"http:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg","type":"","width":"","height":""}],"twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Est. reading time":"3 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80","url":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80","name":"Types of Decking - flooringspecialistmalaysia.com","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"http:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg","datePublished":"2023-07-17T11:58:10+00:00","dateModified":"2023-07-23T18:15:53+00:00","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#primaryimage","url":"http:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg","contentUrl":"http:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/decking-tiles-1024x777.jpg"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?page_id=80#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Types of Decking"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/","name":"flooringspecialistmalaysia.com","description":"","potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/80","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=80"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/80\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":806,"href":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/80\/revisions\/806"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/flooringspecialistmalaysia.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=80"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}