Keeping a wood deck in good shape takes a lot of work. Even if you stain or seal it, the boards can still crack and splinter, making the deck look old and worn. Switching over to composite decking ...

Plastic Decking Plastic decking—such as Azek Deck, Evolve, and Forever Deck—is made from 100 percent plastic (recycled and/or virgin) and contains no wood fibers or fillers.

Not sure whether to choose composite decking or wood? This guide explains the differences, benefits, and drawbacks of both materials for your decking project.

Q: I have 35-year-old decking made of pressure-treated wood planks. They have been stained several times. Now the surface is splintering and nail heads are popping, creating a risk to bare feet. I ...

If you’re planning to build a wooden deck this summer, you may have noticed that choosing a decking material has become much more difficult than ever before. Just a few years ago the only option ...

Decking is available in many textures and colors and never needs to be stained or sealed. Composite decking is resistant to rotting and insects, and it even meets the strict fire codes in California.

CAMBY, Ind. – Building a deck from start to finish will generally cost thousands of dollars, depending on the materials, size, style of deck and who builds it. If you already have a deck but … ...

Our extensive tests expose aluminum, composite, and wood decking to extreme conditions, to see which ones hold up for the long haulBy Paul HopeIf you’re planning on building a deck this year, you ...