Exterior Decking

As the days grow warmer and the hours of daylight increase, many of us turn our attention to outdoor spaces. If you are thinking of transforming your garden, patio, balcony, or terrace into a place of leisure and comfort, choosing the right decking is a fundamental decision for the success of your project.

What is the Best Decking for Outdoor Spaces?

There are many alternatives for outdoor decking materials, including wood, ceramic, or composite, each with its advantages and disadvantages. Here, we will explore the most popular options to help you make an informed decision.

Wood Decking

These types of deck usually have long durability; however, to maintain their appearance and weather resistance, they require significant maintenance, which may include sanding, painting, varnishing, or sealing, which can be a disadvantage as it involves a continuous investment of time and other resources.

Ceramic Decking

Ceramic decking is known for its resistance to scratches, stains, and wear. The wide variety of designs, colours, and textures allows you to personalise your outdoor space with a look that can mimic materials like wood or adopt a completely different and unique style.

Ceramic decks are usually easy to clean, using just water and detergent.

However, they can be uncomfortable to walk on barefoot when exposed to intense sunlight.

They are fragile and easy to break when hit by, for example, falling objects or in situations of significant temperature variations.

Besides these issues, they can be slippery, especially after some time of use, which can make them dangerous, particularly when wet.

Composite Decking

Composite decking is a material that typically combines wood fibres with polymers (plastics), providing the aesthetics of natural wood but with greater durability and reduced maintenance.

When of high quality, it is considered an excellent decking option for balconies, gardens, pools, or terraces, offering a combination of durability, attractive aesthetics, and reduced maintenance that makes it ideal for outdoor use, particularly due to the following factors:

  • High durability and longevity: its resistance to decomposition, rot, discolouration, and insect damage, maintaining its appearance and structural integrity for many years without the need for frequent maintenance or replacement;
  • Low Maintenance: One of the main advantages of composite is its low maintenance requirement. Unlike natural wood, it does not require treatments with sealants or paints to maintain its appearance or resistance to the elements. Regular cleaning with water and mild detergent is generally sufficient;
  • Maximum safety and comfort: it is an extremely non-slip floor, even when wet, and its surface is free of knots and splinters, providing more comfort for walking barefoot. It allows water to drain beneath the deck, thus eliminating the possibility of large puddles;
  • High resistance to climatic and atmospheric elements: including rain, snow, heat, and UV exposure;
  • Elegant and timeless design: It offers a wide range of colours, textures, and finishes that can mimic the appearance of natural wood;
  • A sustainable alternative: For those concerned about environmental impact, composite decking is a more sustainable alternative due to its durability, ease of maintenance, and recyclability.

Although it may have a higher initial cost, it offers good long-term cost-benefit due to its durability and low maintenance costs.

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