Decks add form, texture and interest to your landscape. The most common deck design attaches the deck to the house, although freestanding decks can be quite dramatic. With the variety of materials available today, deck designs come in all forms and shapes. Decks add natural beauty, warmth and appeal to your home. Furthermore, a well-designed, properly built deck-one that is sturdy, long-lasting and beautiful-will add value to your property as well.

When building a deck the selection of materials to be used is very important. This determines the sturdiness and the durability of the decks. Composite deck materials are often referred to as low maintenance. Since composite deck materials are synthetic and manmade, they have the ability to be much less maintenance than a traditional wood deck. Spills on composite decks are very easy to cleanup as opposed to wood decks. This makes entertaining on your deck more enjoyable and hassle free. There is no splintering, rotting, or warping of the deck. Additionally, there is no need to invest money in sanding and sealing the deck continually because composite decks often need only occasional cleaning. In addition, composite deck materials are resistant to pests which can normally destroy a beautiful wood deck.

Wood decks also don't last very long under harsh weather elements and natural wear and tear. Composite decks have a longer life and can last for years without needing an upgrade, additional building, or repair. Composite materials are made to be much more water resistant which makes them endurable even under wet weather conditions. As far as aesthetics, composite decking material can add a consistent look to your entire deck. With wood decks, oftentimes there are natural variances in the wood color and grain, which is not a concern with composite decks.

Finally, with the recent interests of going green, composite decking is the environmentally friendly choice for decks. Composites are made from recycled materials including recycled plastics and wood scraps. No trees are cut for the purposes of providing lumber on a composite deck. Therefore, composite decking materials provide a good option for those homeowners who are adding to the eco-friendly nature of their homes. The upfront cost of materials may be a little higher with composite over wood decking materials, but the aesthetic beauty, added value, and low maintenance makes composite decking materials a worthy choice over time.