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 ...

Traditional wood decking can be beautiful—picture the silvery-gray patina of aged cedar—but one thing is for certain: It will always be high maintenance. That's what opened the door for an alternative ...

CR tests composite decking for three years under severe conditions, evaluating planks from brands such as Azek, Fiberon, and ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Composite decking materials offer the look of wood without the need to stain. And as the material evolves, it continues to take on new colors and textures, as evidenced by several new products ...

For decades, building a backyard deck meant choosing wood and accepting the ongoing upkeep that came with it. Today, ...

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When homeowners begin planning a new deck, the first question is often, "How much will it cost?" It's an understandable starting point. After all, a deck is a ...

When it comes to decking, you have a number of choices. Composite decking has become increasingly popular, as it has a lot to offer that traditional wood can’t. It’s easier to maintain, for one thing.