When considering materials for your outdoor space, it’s vital to select something that suits your requirements. Composite decking is a very popular choice, due to the fact that it's highly versatile. Composite decking boards are available in lots of different dimensions, colours and aesthetics.
One expression you might have come across if you’ve been researching composite decking options is ‘square edge decking’. What exactly is square edge decking, and what makes it different from other types of composite decking?
Pictured: EasyClean Edge+ Oak Decking (Ungrooved)
Square edge deck boards - also known as ungrooved decking boards - have a smooth, ungrooved edge. This makes them distinct from grooved deck boards, which have a grooved edge for easier installation.
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Composite decking is a highly popular option when it comes to outdoor decking projects. If you’re looking to have composite decking installed on your property, you might have a few questions as to what you can expect.
One of the benefits of having decking on your property is that it gives you a diverse space for a wide range of activities, including hosting. If you’re hoping to use your outdoor decking space for barbecues or parties, you may be expecting guests to walk along the decking barefoot; especially young children at play, or guests using a swimming pool in the summer months.
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Before you can begin the process of transforming your garden, you'll need to know how much decking to order. We've put together the following guide to help you purchase the right number of boards.
Pictured: WeatherDek Aged Oak Composite Decking
By following these steps carefully, you can get an accurate estimate of your decking area. These steps work best if you're trying to calculate the area for a square or rectangular deck. If you are interested in installing an irregular shaped deck, please contact the DeckPlus team for advice.
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Composite decking benefits. Let’s talk about them.
Composite is an increasingly popular decking material option, but there are still a lot of questions surrounding it. In this blog post we’re going to be taking a look at exactly what composite decking is.
We’ll also learn about composite decking benefits, as well as looking at the pros and cons of composite decking compared to PVC and traditional wood decking.
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When it comes to choosing the right kind of decking for your garden, the different options can be really overwhelming. Nowadays, you can get your hands on timber, plastic, and composite deck boards pretty easily, but knowing which one is the best for you can be a bit of a challenge. There are pros and cons with every type of decking, so it's important to get your head around the different features and attributes before you start your garden re-design.
If you've never shopped for garden decking before, you might be asking the question - "what is bad about composite decking?" Composite decking is relatively new on the decking market, with traditional timber boards being a popular choice for decades. It's clear to see why some people might struggle to decide which type of decking they should buy without all of the information.
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