Need some advice on my deck

AtomicYellow · 05-07-2008, 04:44 PM

I should say my upcoming deck. I would like to build a new deck in the back of the house. I was wondering what is a good wood to build a deck out of? Red wood? Has anyone used that new composite decking? They say you don't need to stain or sand it like normal wood?

sting75ray · 05-07-2008, 04:50 PM

I put a new deck across the front of my house ten years ago. Used treated 2x6 pine. When it comes time to replace top on it I am going with the composite.

AtomicYellow · 05-07-2008, 04:59 PM

The composite's are looking really good, they do cost a little more but looking very good. Here is a company I just got some information in the mail on: http://www.trex.com/Default.aspx

sting75ray · 05-07-2008, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AtomicYellow

The composite's are looking really good, they do cost a little more but looking very good. Here is a company I just got some information in the mail on: http://www.trex.com/Default.aspx

Does she come to help with install?

Steve@Subthump · 05-07-2008, 05:18 PM

Last fall I had the floor of my porch replaced with composite decking and I really like it. However after only a few months I have noticed that the ends that are partially exposed to the elements are weathering (fading)

for some reason. I'm not sure if it's the sun or rain or what is causing it. But it was pretty expensive to have it put down and parts of it look 5 years old already. I was told not to stain it, but I wonder if I should have put some protective coating on it. On the other hand I was told it was a maintenace free product. Don't get me wrong, I don't regret going with the composite over wood. But I feel people should be aware that the finish might fade.

Twilight Crawler · 05-07-2008, 09:18 PM

We are currently looking at Trex to replace our redwood deck.

Hitman · 05-08-2008, 01:06 PM

I heard about the Trex stuff its just a little more on the cost side than premium redwood right?

vetteonr · 05-09-2008, 06:59 AM

I know a few people with composite decking and their only complaint is it gets too hot in the sun. So hot you can't stand on it barefoot.

Z06dreams · 05-09-2008, 11:19 PM

Only advise I can offer is move your thumb off the head of the nail BEFORE, <- that part is important, you swing the hammer

RunForrest · 05-11-2008, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AtomicYellow

The composite's are looking really good, they do cost a little more but looking very good. Here is a company I just got some information in the mail on: http://www.trex.com/Default.aspx

I've heard alot about Trex composite decking.

Man thats a nice view to walk out to every morning.

05-07-2008, 04:44 PM	#1
AtomicYellow Smokin 100HP Club Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 188 My Gallery	Need some advice on my deck I should say my upcoming deck. I would like to build a new deck in the back of the house. I was wondering what is a good wood to build a deck out of? Red wood? Has anyone used that new composite decking? They say you don't need to stain or sand it like normal wood?

05-07-2008, 04:50 PM	#2
sting75ray Agent Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE USA Posts: 6,020 My Gallery	I put a new deck across the front of my house ten years ago. Used treated 2x6 pine. When it comes time to replace top on it I am going with the composite. __________________ I DON'T MIND GOING TO WORK BUT THAT 8 HOUR WAIT TO GO HOME SUCKS Hiding in shed: 1975 Corvette Stingray 2007 Chevy duramax w/bully dog 600hp 1999 GMC suburban Dad's '62 corvette 2007 Dazon go-kart 2007 Polaris 500 Sportsman 2004 Yamaha 350

05-07-2008, 05:18 PM	#5
Steve@Subthump Smokin Vendor Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 43 My Gallery	Last fall I had the floor of my porch replaced with composite decking and I really like it. However after only a few months I have noticed that the ends that are partially exposed to the elements are weathering (fading) for some reason. I'm not sure if it's the sun or rain or what is causing it. But it was pretty expensive to have it put down and parts of it look 5 years old already. I was told not to stain it, but I wonder if I should have put some protective coating on it. On the other hand I was told it was a maintenace free product. Don't get me wrong, I don't regret going with the composite over wood. But I feel people should be aware that the finish might fade. __________________ __________________________ Steve Owner: Subthump.com www.subthump.com---Customer Install Gallery--Contact Us Last edited by Steve@Subthump : 05-07-2008 at 05:23 PM.

05-07-2008, 09:18 PM	#6
Twilight Crawler Smokin 200HP Club Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Galveston, Texas Posts: 273 My Gallery	We are currently looking at Trex to replace our redwood deck. __________________ "Rather be fishing or doing something in the open sea!"

05-09-2008, 06:59 AM	#8
vetteonr Smokin 1000HP Twin Turbo Club Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Southgate, Michigan Posts: 1,001 My Gallery	I know a few people with composite decking and their only complaint is it gets too hot in the sun. So hot you can't stand on it barefoot. __________________ Corvette........Enough Said!

05-07-2008, 04:59 PM	#3
AtomicYellow Smokin 100HP Club Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 188 My Gallery	The composite's are looking really good, they do cost a little more but looking very good. Here is a company I just got some information in the mail on: http://www.trex.com/Default.aspx

05-08-2008, 01:06 PM	#7
Hitman Smokin 100HP Club Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 121 My Gallery	I heard about the Trex stuff its just a little more on the cost side than premium redwood right?

05-09-2008, 11:19 PM	#9
Z06dreams Smokin 1000HP Twin Turbo Club Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Iowa Posts: 1,433 My Gallery	Only advise I can offer is move your thumb off the head of the nail BEFORE, <- that part is important, you swing the hammer __________________ "When the going gets tough, it's best to talk softly and carry a big can of whoop a$$." Gunnery Sergeant R. Lee Ermey

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