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New for the 2019 outdoor living season, Trex has re-engineered its Enhance® line to provide homeowners with a high-performance, lower-cost deck board designed to compete more directly with wood.


Simply so, has composite decking improved?

Getting better all the time In the last five years, composite decking has evolved into an outdoor surface that more and more homeowners and commercial contractors trust for the long term. It looks better. It stands up to wear better. It can become a selling feature to a home.

is a Trex deck worth it? The cost of Trex decking (including material and installation) will run anywhere from $6.50 to $8.50 a square foot. Although Trex decking is more expensive than traditional wood decking, there are a lot of benefits to composite decking.

Also know, does Trex Enhance fade?

As such, these traditional composites will fade naturally over time, achieving their weathered color after 12-16 weeks. Newer generation high-performance composites - Trex Transcend®, Trex Enhance® and Trex Select® - have the protective shell technology that provides superior fade and stain resistance.

Is Trex The best composite decking?

In a high-end comparison of the Legacy Collection by TimberTech vs Trex Transcend, TimberTech offers the most realistic-looking boards, while Trex Transcend is widely known as the most durable composite on the market.

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Mycola Londaizbere

Professional

What are the disadvantages of composite decking?

Fading and damages
Darker composite deck colors may fade over time. This is an unavoidable process that happens due to UV rays, weathering, and high foot traffic. Other drawbacks include noticeable surface damage. Severe scratches and deep gouges are common issues with composite deck products.

Dailo Pylev

Professional

Which is better Timbertech or Trex?

The only difference between Timbertech and Trex is that Trex provides their customers a 25-year warranty for staining and fading whereas Timbertech offers their customers a 30-year warranty. Their warranties are quite similar including the restrictions that govern the warranties.

Olaiz Neale

Explainer

Is PVC better than composite?

Aesthetics: Capped composite decking has a more wood-like appearance whereas PVC decking, due to its all-plastic construction, has an enhanced wood look. Heat Dissipation: With enhanced UV protection, capped PVC decking offers slightly better heat dissipation than capped composite.

Mathew Balula

Explainer

Does Trex decking warp?

Your composite deck may not warp, but it can sag and buckle. Most sagging is caused by improper spacing between the joists when it is installed. Composite decking is fade resistant, but it may fade over time in strong sunlight. Composite decking will get lighter in color tone as it fades.

Arcenia Raeder

Explainer

Does composite decking get slippery?

Composite decking is maintenance free
Any surface will develop unwanted grime if it's exposed to moisture. Decking can get especially slippery in damp environments. Even with a build up of algae, anti slip decking will remain slip resistant.

Jinbo Cambara

Pundit

Is composite decking worth the extra cost?

Is composite decking worth the extra cost? Composite decking will always be more expensive than traditional wood decking, however if you looks at the cost over 5 or more years, it starts to make more sense. One of the biggest advantages composite decking has over wood is that it requires virtually no maintenance.

Zilia Rumenova

Pundit

Who makes the best composite decking?

Here are eight popular brands of composite lumber for decks and other outdoor construction projects.
  • 01 of 08. Trex. Trex.
  • 02 of 08. TimberTech (AZEK) AZEK.
  • 03 of 08. Cali-Bamboo. Cali-Bamboo.
  • 04 of 08. Dura-Life. DuraLife.
  • 05 of 08. Envision Composite Lumber. Envision.
  • 06 of 08. Fiberon.
  • 07 of 08. CertainTeed EverNew.
  • 08 of 08. Lumberock.

Abundia Argiolas

Pundit

How long will a Trex deck last?

25 to 30 years

Salobrar Murru

Pundit

What is the best cleaner for Trex decking?

Spray the deck with a hose to remove surface dirt and debris. Clean the deck with a soft-bristle brush and warm, soapy water. (Trex doesn't specify a brand of soap, so a dish soap such as Dawn is a good choice.) The brush will ensure you'll get any dirt in the embossed pattern.

Prisco Zhurin

Pundit

What is the most popular Trex color?

Start by browsing the most popular Trex colors, including Trex Transcend® in Island Mist, Tiki Torch, and Spiced Rum.
  • Filter:
  • All.
  • Grey.
  • Brown.
  • Red.

Rodovica Holzgartner

Teacher

What is the space between Trex deck boards?

One of the most critical steps for properly securing composite decking in place is to make sure you have at least a 1/8-inch gap between the decking boards. This space (approximately equal to the width of a 16-penny nail) is important for two reasons.

Kareen Zschernitz

Teacher

What is the difference between Trex Enhance and Trex Select?

The second-tier products include Trex Enhance decking and Trex Reveal railing. While slightly higher priced than the Select grade, Enhance offers fade and stain resistance in addition to anti-mold and mildew properties. Trex Reveal railings are made of aluminum and can be used with any of the Trex decks.

Brigitte Ceamanos

Teacher

Does Trex get moldy?

Trex, a popular manufacturer of composite decking, says mold will not damage the deck boards.

Stefanita Serran

Reviewer

Can you paint a Trex deck?

Yes, it is important to wait for Trex to fade (approximately 12-16 weeks) before applying paint or stain. If the Trex decking is painted or stained before it fades, the paint or stain could become discolored and adhesion may be compromised.

Sadio Weisbecker

Reviewer

Can dogs scratch Trex decking?

While composite decking may require less maintenance than wood, it has a variety of drawbacks. Composite decking is soft and easily scratched. Moving furniture or even dogs playing on the deck can cause lasting damage. These decks are also prone to fading.

Abdelmajid Weltermann

Reviewer

Does a Trex deck add value to a home?

An average high-range composite deck cost an average of $39,339 to build, increased the average home sales price by $22,171, but the cost vs. value ratio fell to 56.6%. Regionally, decks recouped more of their costs in regions where outdoor lifestyles are more popular.

Zaur Tatu

Reviewer

Is Trex decking better than wood?

Maintenance & Durability
Unlike a natural wood deck that can last 10-30 years before needing repair, composite won't splinter, rot or become susceptible to insect damage. Additionally, most composite decks have built-in UV resistance, so they won't fade or lighten as much as natural wood would over time.

Almamy Walstra

Supporter

Is Trex better than wood?

Unlike most wood decking, composite decking is not prone to damage from termites and other wood-destroying insects. While all-wood decking will eventually splinter, composite decking is made with small wood fibers encased in plastic, so it won't splinter.

Adaline Lindlar

Supporter

Which is cheaper Trex or azek?

Azek is quite a bit more expensive than Trex. In fact, Azek costs anywhere from $120 to $140 for a 16-foot board. This hike in price is due mainly to the fact that Azek has a reputation for being a more durable product than Trex.

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