Most house owners love to have an outdoor decking but when they talk to friends who have installed a great outdoor decking (especially hardwood timber decking), the prohibitive cost of purchase, installation and regular maintenance, makes them wonder if it is really worth the cost. A lot of people are not aware of the new age alternatives to hardwood timber decking.

Modern technology has come to the rescue in terms of alternatives to hardwood timber decking in the form of Softwood decking and composite outdoor timber decking. Softwood decking is decking timber artificially made from timber fiber. It is less expensive than hardwood timber decking but has mixed results when it comes to maintaining it. Composite outdoor decking on the other hand, is made from a variety of materials, is claimed to last long and comes in a variety of colors and costs - there‘˜s one to suite every budget.

Apart from several colors, Composite wooden decking is also available in realistic wood print and capped with clear plastic so they are very stain and fade resistant. Plastic capped composite outdoor decking is available with most timber dealers and usually costs between AUD3 and AUD5 per foot. Some of these also come with hidden fasteners.

Plastic coated composite decking is not to be confused with PVC composite outdoor decking. The two products are completely different. As the name suggests, PVC composite outdoor decking is made from plastic material and has no wood fiber in it. The result is that PVC composite outdoor decking does indeed look like it‘˜s made from plastic. So if you‘˜d like that authentic look then steer clear of PVC composite outdoor decking.

These days being ´environmentally friendly‘˜ often also translates into good business. Many composite outdoor decking manufacturers have begun recycling material and using it in the manufacture of composite outdoor decking. However, using recycled material can often lead to inconsistent results (because it can be extremely difficult to maintain quality). Watch out for a à¢â‚¬Å“recycledà¢â‚¬ logo or an à¢â‚¬Å“environmentally friendlyà¢â‚¬ badge.

Visit your nearest composite decking dealer and take a look at the variety of composite outdoor decking material that is available. Each is specifically manufactured to suit a certain type of use. The technology, finishing, sizes and colors vary with each type of composite deck. Mentally decide which composite decking material you would like. Once you‘˜ve made your choice, go home and search the net for any reviews or complaints on the product. Of course, if it‘˜s a new product than it might be too early for reviews.

If you‘˜re thinking of hardwood timber decking, remember that real wood needs to be cleaned and stained once every year and we all know how expensive that can be. Composites onthe other hand, come with 10+ year warranty. Also, there‘˜s the resale value. If you put your house for sale, a house with composite wood decking will fetch you better value than a house with hardwood decking.

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Before you even visit the local timber shop, you should make up your mind of what kind of decking timber would suit your requirement best i.e. which decking timber will last long and look better, which is easier to work and maintain and which decking timber looks better and will give you better value for your money.

A good deck starts with a good design. Continuous flow lines and great harmony are the hallmarks of a good deck. Once the design is ready, you have three options:

1. Hardwood timber decking (very rich, long lasting)
2. Softwood timber decking and, (initially looks good, medium lifespan cheaper than hardwood timber, easier to work with)
3. Composite decking materials (economical, lasts long, low maintenance)

The end result for each will obviously be different. Hardwood timber decking will produce the richest effect because hardwood timber brings out the natural colors of the wood from which it is made.

Softwood timber on the other hand, is made from treated pine. This too is quite good and can be selected if your budget does not stretch enough to opt for hardwood timber decking. Note however, softwood decking will over time, lose shape. Exposure to harsh sunlight too will affect it badly. On the positive side however, being a softer material, it is easier to work with.

Composite decking boards are used by restaurants and all kinds of commercial establishments where they want a à¢â‚¬Å“reasonably good looking deckà¢â‚¬ and don‘˜t have to spend a lot in fixing or maintaining it.

A composite decking board is manufactured from a fibrous mixture of resin and timber. During the manufacturing process, various colors are added. Composite decking can therefore be the ideal choice if you desire for example, a à¢â‚¬Å“retro deckà¢â‚¬ for a place frequented by the younger generation.

Hardwood timber decking not only looks very rich, it is easier to maintain and will last 20 years or more. In contrast, while softwood timber costs less to buy than hardwood timber decking, it is more expensive to maintain and will last about 10 years or so.

Composite material is supposed to last 20 years or more but the product itself is new so we don‘˜t really know if it will really last that long or how it will withstand the ravages of time.

If you want the real deal, we recommend hardwood timber Canberra decking. True it costs more to install but you will find it cheaper to maintain and it lasts longer and of course, the appreciation from your guests will be priceless. It is also the right type of decking for Canberra. We recommend Hardwood timber decking.

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With proper care and attention, an installed wooden deck or pergola can last a life time. In this article we provide you with information you need to keep your installed decking and pergola in perfect shape and condition year after year.

Selecting the right product to protect your Decking or Pergolas

Given the extremities in the weather condition in and around Canberra, it is important to choose a quality product to protect your wooden decking or pergolas and keep it looking its best.

There are four standard types of treatment for wooden decking and pergolas. These include treatment through decking oil, decking paint, decking stain and decking preservatives.

A newly installed Canberra wooden decking would probably require adequate treatment using all the above products. Maintaining an existing decking, Deck repairs or pergola on the other hand, might require treatment using one or more of these products.

As you might guess, each product performs a different specialized task and together, they help keep your wooden decking or pergola in top condition.

Wood Decking Oil

As the name suggests, wood decking oil is oil based outdoor wooden decking treatment. As the oil seeps through the pores of the wood, it highlights the wood grain and brings out the natural beauty of your wood.

Good quality wood decking oil will not only bring out the natural beauty of the wood but its presence within the wood structure protects the wood. When buying wood decking oil, be sure to select oil of the right color. Wood decking oil is available in a range of wood colors. You can also ask for ´clear‘˜ color decking oil.

Wood decking oil gets its colors because of the wood strainers that are mixed with the oil. When you apply the oil with matching color over your wooden decking or pergola, it will enhance the existing color. If you wish to change the color of your wood decking or pergola, you will need to apply several coats of the appropriate colored decking oil.

We recommend you first apply decking oil to a small part of your decking. These days, you can also buy advanced formulae decking oils. These contain ultra-violet filters and protect your hardwood timber decking from the harsh effects of sunlight.

Wood Decking Stain

A wood decking stain is used to intensely enhance an existing color or change the existing color of your wooden decking or pergola. As you might guess, wood decking stain is available in several ´wood‘˜ colors and comes in matt or satin finish. When you select a wood decking stain you can also select a ´stain and seal‘˜ product instead of a straight stain. The former stains and seals the wood thus protecting it from degradation. Satin finish will give you a lovely mirror finish and is generally used on areas that people don‘˜t walk on.

Wood Decking Paint

If you are budget conscious, you can opt for decking paint. The wooden deck needs to be carefully prepared (through cleaning and application of sealer), before application of decking paint.

Wood Decking Preservatives

These could be chemicals, oils and sealers all have the same goal, i.e. protecting your wooden decking or roofing for decks.

If you are adventurous DIY type and have the time and patience on your hand, you could probably do a good job of maintaining your decking and pergolas. Otherwise, it might be a good idea to call in the experts at Turnkey Decks, Canberra.

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