Does Composite Decking Get Hot In The Summer?

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Those unsightly slabs that you keep having to weed between or trip over? They could be a thing of the past before you can say ‘no more splinters’ Okay so maybe a tad longer, but you’ll be amazed at how quickly, composite decking can transform a garden.

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• This means the expansion and shrinkage of the hollow boards decrease making the board more stable over time and temperature variances.
• Any gaps close and if they close too much the boards lift, warp and twist.
• If board are installed when warm, gaps increase in the cold making the deck look badly fitted.
• As with the other Composite prime products these boards use a hidden-clip system for a sleek installation and a hollow construction, meaning it’s lightweight with greater heat absorption.
• By having a board hollow, the amount of material that can expand is decreased.
• If the deck is installed in the cold, hot weather will make the boards expand and go longer.

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As composite decking is highly resistant to rot and insects it is a more suitable choice for ground contact. Although not commonly used indoors, composite decking is suitable for interior flooring solutions, but would require a solid base. Hardwood fibres like the actual wood itself has a low water absorption property.

Following extensive trials, we recommend and supply Durafix® stainless steel screws, designed specifically for Millboard. There’s no need to pre-drill or countersink Millboard decking, and the unique Lastane® material self-heals, leaving only a virtually indistinguishable mark on the surface. As with all flooring, we advise buying all the Millboard decking you need at the same time to help ensure that the colour is as consistent as possible. If you don’t order all your Millboard decking at once, you can blend different batches to create only subtle variation throughout your space. Because Millboard decking is made of non-porous composite, it resists mossy build-up and stains, so needs very little maintenance. To remove spills and marks, simply use a mild detergent and a brush. Steer clear of solvents, chemicals and abrasive cleaners that could damage your Millboard decking.

I laid strips of black DPC used for bricks along the joists, to a deflect any water away from the joists and to avoid seeing wood colour through the grey decking. We often find the discussions around composite decking to be similar, its still a new innovative product that’s now easily available in the UK, the problem is… what is it? A lot of people are still unsure exactly what composite decking is, where they can get it, how to install it and so on.

Wooden decking needs to be maintained properly otherwise it looks terrible pretty quickly and can also get very slippery. Transcend decking’s deep wood-grain pattern and luxury colours create a premium, ageless look that leave other composites in the dust. If you seek the durability of composite and the affordability of wood, opt for Basics. This long-lasting decking requires little upkeep and comes in two traditional colours. Manufacturers of composite decking give instructions on how to go about installations.

This means when exposed to the elements the Harwood fibres will absorb less water, so will swell less, shrink less and will not warp or twist. This also means the boards are less likely to grow mould & algae, stain and go black.

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Composite decking undergoes thermal expansion due to its composition. High temperatures cause the material to expand along its length and width. Decking installations that don’t leave any spacing can ruin the whole platform. The joints of a deck play an essential role in the integrity of the whole installation. Expansion and contraction from temperature shifts will weaken these joints. Such a deck is unsafe to use because the planks may give way when pressure is applied.

Wooden & Composite Decking Versus Upvc Decking

If the wood absorbs moisture quickly, then it will need to be sealed and stained. If the surface gets dirty in the middle of this time, then use a non-abrasive cleaner to polish the wood but nothing too harsh. You can always refer to a pro with enough experience to handle this troublesome task. It is predicted that composite decking’s market share will continue to increase. Composite plastic decking will last between 25 – 30 years with only the minimum of maintenance a quick jet wash should be enough to keep it clean and dirt free. Linear expansion is a problem, not just for uPVc decking but for all plastics.