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Why should you consider wood decking for your new deck project? A well-constructed wood deck can easily last two decades or more, so choosing the right material is critical. Softwoods such as redwood, cedar and pressure-treated pine remain the most widely used products for deck construction. Pressure-treated lumber has been chemically conditioned to resist the elements is the most common material used for deck building. It's also resistant to fungus, mold and is also the most affordable option for professionally built decks. |
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Tropical hardwoods. These types of wood can include Ipe, Brazilian cherry and tiger wood. These types of wood are considered more aesthetically pleasing and provide durability and resistance to rotting.
For most decks, sealing once each year is a good rule of thumb. Depending on the condition of your deck this can be adjusted, but keep in mind that you should never go beyond three years maximum before re-sealing and staining |
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Pressure-treated lumber is the best wood for outdoor decks when it comes to
upfront cost due to its easy accessibility. However, pressure-treated lumber — and indeed,
all types of traditional wood decking material — require regular maintenance over time.
upfront cost due to its easy accessibility. However, pressure-treated lumber — and indeed,
all types of traditional wood decking material — require regular maintenance over time.
