When decorating your home or outdoor space, the choice of flooring is always a headache.
Especially when faced with the two popular choices of decking wood and Decking composite, many people will fall into the dilemma of choice. .
Today, we will solve this problem.
We need to understand the basic differences between the two.
Decking wood, as the name suggests, is treated with special antiseptic treatment to make it resistant to the influence of harsh external environment, such as humidity, insect pests or ultraviolet rays. .
It is usually made of natural wood such as pine, teak or eucalyptus, retaining the natural texture and color of the wood.
Decking composite is an emerging composite material, mainly made of a mixture of wood fiber and plastic. Although it tries its best to imitate natural wood in appearance, there are still differences when you look closely. .
In terms of durability, decking wood cannot withstand wind and rain for a long time due to its natural material and special treatment. It needs to be painted regularly to protect it from rotting and insects. Decking composite naturally has a certain degree of water resistance and corrosion resistance, and does not need to be painted. Overall, its durability is better. .
This is mainly because the performance of Decking composite is determined from the raw materials and production process
Let’s talk about maintenance.
Decking wood requires users to regularly clean and maintain it, such as sealing and anti-corrosion treatment, to maintain its beauty and performance. .
In contrast, the maintenance of Decking composite is much simpler. Basically, it only needs regular cleaning without other complicated treatments. .
As for appearance, decking wood has the warmth and unique texture of natural wood, but the color may become darker over time. .
The color and appearance of Decking composite are relatively stable and do not change much. .
As for price, in general, decking wood is relatively cheap because it uses low-end log materials. Of course, there are also decking wood made of expensive wood, which are very expensive.
In contrast, the cost of Decking composite is more reasonable, and industrialized production makes the market price more economical. .
Let’s see how to choose.
If you are looking for the feeling of natural wood, are willing to invest more in maintenance costs, and have a relatively ample budget, then choosing decking wood made of expensive wood may be a good choice, but it is not recommended to buy low-end logs, which are easy to break.
But if you prefer a modern look, want to reduce maintenance work, and consider the budget, then Decking composite will be a better choice. .
Whether choosing decking wood or Decking composite, it is important to decide based on your actual needs, budget and personal preferences. .
After all, only what suits you is the best.
