Decking floors is a special technique of home development and improvement that enhances your outdoor space making it more appealing and useful. It involves the creation of an outdoor floor mainly of special outdoor timber that is very long-lasting. And not easily affected by the external environment.
A Deck Makes It Party Time!
If you like to host parties for friends, a deck is the perfect way to add functional space where people can gather and still breathe freely. Decks are less claustrophobic than crowded rooms. And spills and other potential damage are less costly to repair or clean up. Add an outdoor grill or a portable bar and raise the level of a simple deck to a real outdoor entertaining space.
A Deck Adds More Functional Possibilities
Outdoor living is such a popular trend that the market has responded with a huge variety of products built for outdoor living. From fire pits and fireplaces to outrageously comfortable seating arrangements designed to make your outside spaces as beautiful and versatile as the inside of your home.
Benefits of Wood decking Floors
Wood, being a natural insulator of heat, makes it a good choice for outdoor decking. Heat resistance property is important, especially in hot climates like Singapore. The natural texture of wood also enhances comfort and makes the balcony a cozy space to spend some outdoor time in.
Good wood decking material with relatively high Janka hardness makes the decking very durable and weather resistant. Good quality wood also provides high dimensional stability to the outdoor decking.
In addition, wood can be renewed and reused over and over again. Home owners can reuse the wood decking when they move to another home in the future. This helps to preserve eco sustainability, and at the same time also makes it cost efficient in the long run.
What Are The Different Types Of Decking Materials?
Modern Low-Maintenance Decking
Over the life of your deck, composite decking or PVC decking will be the best decking materials for a long-lasting deck that doesn’t require lots of regular maintenance.
Traditional, High-Maintenance Decking
Decades ago, nearly all decks were made from varying species of wood. This decking material was popular because it was widely available and fairly cost-effective. Over the years, though, it’s proven to be a few more things: high-maintenance and not-so-durable.
PVC Vs Composite Decking
One thing to note when comparing composite and PVC decking is that the ends of composite decking will usually show a visible capping. This cap protects the board and gives it the distinctive wood look.
