Today we would like to talk about the pros and cons of different types of decking boards. Terrace deck boards (decking) can be made of plastic, composite, or wood. Which of these is preferable and how to choose correctly, you will learn from this article.
Before choosing between plastic or wood for decking on your property, ask yourself one question: where will your terrace be located, especially in the summer - the sunny side or the shady side? Depending on this, you need to choose a material that will be as comfortable as possible in the specified conditions. Of course, design, cost and maintenance are also important factors in your decision.
Decking materials:
Plastic. The 100% plastic decking is stain resistant and won't crack. It will also not shrink, and a piece will probably not break off from it. It does not require additional finishing. Some plastic decking boards are made from new plastic, others are made from recycled plastic.
Composite materials. This is a flooring that is made from wood fibers and recycled plastic. This is a dense decking, resistant to the vagaries of weather, resistant to staining, and will not leave a pain in the feet. This type of WPC deck board does not rot or warp.
Tree. A common wood option for decking in our country is larch. Cedar, ipe or mahogany, pressed pine, and tropical species are especially popular abroad. You can find decking made from specially harvested and manufactured hardwood. The peculiarity of the material is its naturalness and environmental friendliness. Tropical rocks (ipe or aipe, bangkirai, etc.) do not need chemical impregnations; you don’t even need to coat them with oil.
Decking price...
Prices for wooden decking boards depend on the type of wood. The most common option made from larch varies in the category of 800-2100 rubles per square meter. At the same time, the price of polymer decking boards, the price of which depends on the quality of the material, is in the price range from 1500-3000 rubles per square meter. Of course, a lot depends on the type of board and manufacturer. Overall than better wood, the more expensive the board, so a decking board made of solid ipe will cost about 4,500 rubles per sq.m., teak 5,000-6,000 per sq.m. m. and so on. Prices for decking boards made of composite materials also depend on many factors, although the basic relationship here is very simple - the higher the quality, the higher the price.
In the heat...
Recently, many people have begun to use plastic and composite decking, although the general global trend in the construction industry is to buy natural materials made of wood. These two options gained their popularity due to their durability and ease of installation. However, even with their advantages, the materials have their own important drawback. On a hot day, the composite and plastic can become so hot that you cannot walk on them barefoot. Therefore, many experts advise using wood in places where summers are especially hot. Wood decking may take longer to install than composite decking.
Note that many manufacturers of polymer decking boards indicate that their products do not heat up in the sun. This may be true. However, you should check this information with the seller and it is advisable to ask again several times so as not to get into trouble. As a rule, you will be answered this way: any dark-colored surface, including wood, will become very hot in the summer. if you this fact is confusing, we recommend purchasing a light-colored decking board.
Internet opinion
We can also note that most companies, to decorate their commercial spaces, use WPC decking boards, rather than wooden or plastic ones. Again, it's a matter of perspective. long-term use, although entrepreneurs do not choose the cheapest options based on price.
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Which board for the veranda should I choose? Our article will help you decide whether to use plastic or wooden decking; choose wisely, because the terrace is an extension of the house located on outdoors or under a canopy, became widespread in the south of the country.
A veranda is an unheated room with a roof; it can be glazed or open, free-standing or attached.
These buildings are created for a comfortable and cozy pastime, where you and your friends (family) can sit in the open air, drink tea and have intimate conversations.
Each of us who builds our own Vacation home, is planning such a recreation area. As we understand, the finishing of these rooms is carried out using a special technology, and this is especially true for the floor.
Today we will talk to you about what type of board should be used to make the floor of a veranda or terrace.
Brief characteristics of boards for verandas
Since the flooring of open areas is influenced by many negative factors, such as high humidity, temperature changes, mechanical loads, exposure to direct sunlight and many other harmful factors.
Therefore, the following requirements are imposed on the material of floor boards:
Types of decking boards
For verandas and terraces, a special decking board is used, which is made from modern polymer materials or natural wood.
Natural wood
It is considered a traditional material for flooring verandas, terraces and gazebos. Often planed pine (spruce) boards are used as veranda floor boards, which are treated with an antiseptic, fire retardants, oils or varnish. You can often find boards painted with regular oil-based paint.
Laying on joists
The last stage is laying the decking boards on the joists. Can be attached in two ways:
- The first is with self-tapping screws (anti-corrosion) from the outside, this is an open method. This method is simple, but the board is fixed rigidly and in case of temperature changes the board can move.
- The second is the use of professional fasteners. This method is also called closed. This fastener was described above in the accessories. The use of fasteners is determined specific conditions operation. Fastening elements provide reliable fastening boards with a given gap, and also allows the board to expand and contract linearly, in cases where this is required.
Regardless of the method of fastening, a gap of 3-5 mm should be left between the boards during installation, this is done so that the water can drain away smoothly during precipitation. If you have covered veranda, then it is also recommended to leave gaps between the decking boards. Where artificial boards will adjoin the walls, a gap of 1-2 cm should be left.
We have briefly examined the installation of boards for a veranda or terrace. You can install terrace decking boards with your own hands, but there are many nuances and little details that we have not touched upon. Of course, it is best to entrust this work to professionals who provide a 1-year guarantee for the type of work performed. Average price for craftsmen per 1 sq.m. is 1000 rubles.
Caring for deck boards for verandas
As mentioned above, every 2-3 years, wooden boards for the veranda should be treated with special protective compounds.
The surface of the boards may need to be sanded to remove minor defects.
It is better not to skip this stage of maintenance, since replacing boards will cost much more.
Composite (artificial) boards for terraces and verandas should also be periodically washed with special compounds that wash away stubborn dirt.
If chips, scratches and other defects appear, you will have to resort to grinding followed by polishing.
With timely care, your deck board floor will delight you for a long time, and the veranda will become a multifunctional and favorite relaxation area for your whole family.
Conclusion
There are many factors to consider when choosing boards for your patio floor. The most important factor is the price-quality ratio. The ideal natural material suitable for this parameter is larch.
It should be well dried and treated with special compounds. If you still need a composite board, then optimal ratio wood fibers to polymers will be 70 to 30.
Wood-plastic composite (WPC) decking boards have already gained a strong foothold in the building materials market. Every year more and more manufacturers offer us decking boards made of composite materials. Many visitors to my site may already not only know what WPC is, but also have an idea of the difference in the polymer itself used in the manufacture of WPC boards.
It's time to tell you what the advantages and disadvantages of this or that plastic composite decking board are.
Let's start with something simple.
1. Types of wood-plastic composite decking boards
There can be two types:
Polyethylene-based decking boards were the first to appear on the market. This composite is more common in the manufacture of decking boards. Due to its lower price and the ability to produce “wood embossing” on a terrace board with the least financial and labor costs. Polyethylene-based decking boards are less wear-resistant, so to speak, than decking boards made from PVC based. The structure of the wood turns out to be very beautiful and natural, but due to surface embossing, the wood pattern is not deep. That is why it is better to choose polyethylene-based decking boards with a “corduroy” pattern or use them in places with little traffic (balconies). The corduroy pattern has a deeper ripple and will not wear out over time. Polyethylene-based decking boards have a denser and more uniform structure than PVC-based decking boards. Composite decking boards based on PE are best suited for terraces with low traffic. The shelf life of PE decking boards is up to 25 years, and the highest quality PE decking boards are guaranteed for 10 years. A bright representative decking boards based on PE are decking boards CM Decking, CM Decking natur solid, CM Decking Pro, CM Decking Eco.
With the development of technology, decking boards based on polyvinyl chloride - PVC appeared next on the market. Terrace board PVC based is a more wear-resistant product than PE-based boards. The ideal ratio of polymer and wood - 50% x 50% - made it possible to obtain a material from which it is possible to make not only a seam deck board, but also a seamless deck board. PVC decking boards are less susceptible to linear temperature expansion. PVC-based wood-plastic boards contain fine sawdust. Unlike PE-based decking boards, you can see inclusions of these wood sawdusts in the structure of the composite. The technology does not allow obtaining a homogeneous mass of the composite. So small inclusions will be visible. As a result PVC use the result is a composite material with increased abrasion characteristics, as a result of which the “wood texture” made on a PVC-based decking board will last much longer than on a PE decking board. It is recommended to install PVC-based decking boards in high-traffic areas.
Determine what is more important to you when choosing a WPC decking board and set your priorities:
- Price terrace boards (from RUB 1,270 to RUB 8,000 per sq. m. and above)
- Seamless(mounted without clips) or suture(gap 5 mm.) terrace board
- Length terrace boards (2.2m, 2.4m, 2.8m, 3.0m, 3.6m, 4.0m, 6.0m)
- Thickness terrace boards (18mm, 20mm, 22mm, 24mm, 25mm, 27mm, 28mm, 30mm)
- Color decking boards (brown, black, sand, cream, etc.)
- Texture boards (corduroy, smooth, wood texture)
- Composite material. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) - wear-resistant or PE (polyethylene) - color stability
Example: Fagus decking board - 28mm. and universal board - 18mm.
It is also necessary to remember that each manufacturer has its own line of decking board sizes.
As a rule, under equal conditions, a deck board with a wood texture costs a little more than a deck board with a corduroy or smooth texture.
3. There are also 2 types of terrace board profiles
1- seam terrace board.
It has a gap between the boards of 3-6 mm. This allows you to ventilate the space under the terrace and remove excess moisture. But if you want to mount a deck board on a balcony, then there is a chance that debris and other things will fall onto the balcony from below. Then you better choose:
2 -seamless decking board.
You already know that seamless decking boards are made only from PVC. And installing a seamless board is as easy as a tongue-and-groove board, using the tongue-and-groove principle. Another advantage of choosing a seamless deck board is that it does not require additional mounting clips. Thus, you save 200-400 rubles. per square meter. A prominent representative of a seamless decking board is the Ulmus board
The thickness of the decking board itself is better if it is in the range of 22mm. and more. Only in this case will you fit into the standard installation of WPC logs. Logs should be installed in increments of 35-40cm. If you choose a decking board with a thickness of 20 mm, or even 18 mm. , then the distance between the lags should be no more than 20-25cm. In a word, by saving on a thin WPC decking board, you buy more joists. In the end, the result is fine if you take a decking board with a thickness of 22mm or more. and higher.
It is also necessary to pay attention to the WPC itself. The composite should not have voids. If there are voids, this means that the equipment being used is not entirely new and does not have enough power to “blow out” a high-quality profile. This is, of course, not criminal and it doesn’t always make sense to be so picky.
All decking boards are produced glossy, after which it is sanded, which gives it a matte appearance d. If the board is not sanded, then it glossy surface Over time it will get scratched and lose its original appearance. This does not apply to PVC-based decking boards. Their PVC deck boards are more resistant to scratches and abrasion.
WPC decking boards can also be single-sided- one side is sanded, and the other remains glossy. And double-sided decking boards - this gives you the right to choose when laying the boards, either one side or the other. A prominent representative of a single-sided decking board is the WPC decking board Smart-Deck
Because wood-plastic composite decking board consists of wood flour and plastic, it is quite reasonable to assume that the flour itself or wood sawdust gives the color difference. Thus, the shades of WPC decking can be slightly different within the same color. In some places the board is a little lighter, and in others it’s a little darker. This is not a marriage. You can compare a WPC board and a wooden one. You understand that wood has several shades, and it’s the same here.
I would especially like to draw your attention to the garden WPC terrace parquet. If you already have a flat concrete base for the terrace, then you can buy 30x30cm WPC tiles. and just lay her down. In this case, you will not need any lag, clips, or additional corners. And you can do the installation of the terrace yourself.
By choosing a WPC decking board, you are already taking a step forward towards new innovative materials that improve your life. The main thing is to make the right choice of decking boards so that there is no disappointment later.
Good luck with your choice.
Terrace (deck) board is a building material for installing ventilated floors in showers, baths, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, gazebos and open areas. Made from various breeds wood (solid), or wood-polymer composite (WPC) compositions with different percentage natural and artificial components.
The popularity of deck boards is due to the combination of attractive “appearance”, performance characteristics and fundamentally simple installation:
Natural or composite, oblong or in the form of square segments, the deck board prevents slipping, holds impressive static loads, and eliminates the possibility of puddles forming on the equipped floor or garden paths. In some cases, against clinker or paving slabs, decking is much more profitable.
Purpose of the article: review manufacturers to identify advantages and disadvantages. The article will help you choose a material based on operating conditions.
| Characteristics | Possible characteristics | Specifics of the option |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Solid wood | The material is climatically unstable - protective treatment is required. Once processed, it periodically needs to be renewed. It is advisable to use where low intensity of visitor movement is expected - the terrace of a private house, bathhouse, sauna, shower room, individual pool. |
| Wood polymer composite (WPC) | Monopolymers and wood flour form a material that is resistant to abrasion, heat, cold and ultraviolet radiation. With a low weight, WPC effectively resists static loads. Suitable for private gazebos and garden paths; berths and decks. Suitable for open terraces of cafes and restaurants; stages and decking in areas with high pedestrian traffic. | |
| Density, kg/m³ | 400-1000 | This range limits the density of the wood involved. For the production of deck boards, porous conifers (classic spruce and pine - 450), less often dense hardwoods (domestic oak - 700, Brazilian exotic ipe - 900) are used. |
| 1000-1410 | The higher density of wood-polymer products is due to the peculiarities of production - initially, a mixture of plastic and crushed wood is melted, then subjected to pressure in an extruder. | |
| Texture of the upper surface | Brushed corduroy | The small, frequently spaced bead guarantees perfect adhesion of the wet decking to both shoes and bare feet. |
| Sanded corduroy | Relatively sparse protrusions provide comfort when walking without shoes. Traditionally, the shape of the longitudinal grooves is rectangular, with smooth planes, which allows water to quickly drain away. Small debris may cling to the walls. The triangular cross-section of the grooves prevents even small stones with sharp edges from getting stuck. | |
| Embossing options | There are several ways to apply a textured pattern. They are united by the outwardly similar (but with varying degrees of reliability) result of simulating a longitudinal cut. | |
| Dimensions, mm | From 1800 in length from 140 in width from 18 in thickness | Almost every manufacturer has the ability to make a board according to customer sizes. |
| Flammability | Array G1 – G4 | Treatment with fire retardants reduces the flammability of wood to class G1 - the material does not burn well, and fire can spread only when exposed to a constant combustion source. Impregnated boards are used for internal and external flooring. |
| DPK G2 – G4 | Prolonged exposure to temperatures above 70 – 80 °C will lead to deformation of the material. At 130-150 °C the board melts. Lights up from open fire. Burns quickly, releasing toxic elements of the binder. Therefore, WPC boards are not recommended for indoor use. |
One common feature
None of the existing board options can withstand a point impact load. Some manufacturers indicate specific numbers in the technical documentation, but it should be understood that the “allowed” indicators in Joules are nothing more than a marketing ploy. It is impossible to calculate the impact resistance of a material without accurate indicators of the area, duration and force of impact.
Even full decking does not eliminate the possibility of damage to the floor. Therefore, pay attention to the decking installation technology (in order to replace a broken element at minimal cost).
| Company | Range | Price range within the entire range, rub/m² |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Composite board with hollow or solid profile. Both options differ in density and dimensions. | 1 440 — 3 875 |
| 2. | 6 options for hollow WPC boards in 6 colors. 1 full body model in 6 colors. They differ in density and size. The texture is predominantly corduroy. | 1450-2700 |
| 3. | 3 models of WPC boards in 8 color options. They differ in density and dimensions. | 1 869 — 2 380 |
| 4. | 2 options for composite decking (differences in profile and dimensions). Deck boards made from solid Brazilian Ipe wood - upon order. | 1 260 — 6 700 |
| 5. | Single- and double-sided WPC boards with different densities, sizes, colors and textures of the front surface. Solid wood material is available upon request. | 4 850 — 7 700 |
| 6. | Wood-polymer board. 2 partially hollow versions and 1 solid profile model. All products are in one standard size. | 1 800-2 880 |
| 7. | 4 models of WPC decking with 2 types of top surface texture. There are 4 wood imitation color options available for each occasion. All in one size. | 1 190 — 3 290 |
| 8. | 1 option of wood-polymer decking, 2 colors available. | From 2 812 |
| 9. | 1 model of WPC boards in one standard size; no color options. | From 1 600 |
| 10 | 3 types of WPC boards are offered in 6 color options, with one or two work surfaces. There are 2 types of shapes available, hollow and solid profile. | 1 600-2 500 |
| 11. | 2 options for deck boards made of coniferous wood. The only differences are in the grade of wood used and the cost of the prepared material. | 650-1 300 |
1. Sequoia (China)
Chinese deck boards are available in 2 options: hollow and solid. For each, 3 colors and 3 types of textured layers are offered. Basic models have different indicators density and weight, differ in price and purpose. One-piece – for parks, piers and decks. Hollow - for places with less intense load.
Advantages: favorable price and good resistance to moisture. The material does not rot or mold - this is due to 35% of the polymer components in the composition of WPC. You can choose the appropriate board texture (“corduroy” or “fiber”).
Conclusion: Sequoia decking is the most suitable material for those cases in which decorative qualities gender is not important, but the main factors determining the choice are high strength and reasonable cost of material.
Sequoia also produces decorative fencing for terraces:
2. Polywood (Russia)
The Polywood company has been a domestic manufacturer of WPC decking boards since 2007. The company works closely with manufacturers such as Rehau and Twinson, actively implements its own developments and increases the scale of production every year. Today, the products of this plant are represented by the Polywood brand.
Advantages: own production has a favorable effect on the price finished products. This is one of the few Russian manufacturers, which claims the service life of decking boards during active use for 25 years.
The product composition includes 30% polyethylene, 60% wood fibers, the rest are pigments and additives that provide resistance to fading and preservation geometric shapes. A wide range allows you to choose material according to technical characteristics, texture and color.
Conclusion: If you are looking for a composite decking board with a grooved non-slip surface that has been extensively tested and manufactured with a 3-fold safety margin, then Polywood products will fully meet your expectations.
3. MultiDeck (RF)
The domestic brand is represented by 3 decking models. The difference is in dimensions, number of colors (from 1 to 8), cost per linear meter. All decking is positioned by the manufacturer for the design of terraces, paths, used roofs, embankments and piers.
Advantages: thanks to the combination of 70% natural and 30% artificial components, the decking is similar to a natural board. But in comparison with it, it scratches worse and does not dent under heels. Not demanding on climate - in natural conditions moisture almost does not penetrate into the structure of the material, so neither precipitation nor frost have a significant effect. Inexpensive - 94% of domestically produced raw materials are used in production.
Flaws: Hollow decking breaks under the influence of pinpoint impacts. Not every option on the product list offers a full range of colors.
Conclusion: All MultiDeck products are suitable for decorating a porch, a garden path, a gazebo, a private pool area and a private pier.
Video about the advantages and how MultiDeck decking is performed:
4. Terradeck (Russia)
In the Russian Federation, 2 models of composite decking are produced, for each of which 6 colors are available. A board made of dense (960 kg/m³) and quite expensive (from 6,700 rubles per m²) Brazilian Ipa wood can be supplied upon request. WPC options differ in price, density and profile cross-section (for installation with or without a gap) - you can choose the one that suits your needs summerhouse, and for the restaurant terrace. Solid wood boards are acceptable within the framework of classic design solutions.
Advantages: Due to the high density of the structure and evenly spaced stiffening ribs, the decking is resistant to static loads. In the case of an ipe array, performance indicators are responsible natural properties exotic wood. Longitudinal corrugation on the top surface (Velvet), imitation of a natural surface (ECO) in artificial material and textured weaving of fibers on the longitudinal section of the board form an anti-slip surface. The main advantage of WPC is its reasonable price; array - exclusivity.
Flaws: the array must be covered with protective compounds. WPC - branded fittings and frequently spaced (250-400 mm) logs are required.
Conclusion: The clear relief of the WPC decking and the natural texture of the boards from the Terradeck company create a non-slip floor. Options for composite materials are suitable for a terrace and gazebo on a private plot, a summer banquet hall of a restaurant and cafe. Brazilian board - for a bathhouse, swimming pool, patio on the territory of an elite mansion.
| Terradeck Velvet(WPC) | Terradeck Eco(WPC) | Ipe Classic(Array) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application area | Symmetrical profile - neat seams private terrace, garden path | The seamless joint profile makes it easy to clean commercial floors. | Natural material - for exclusive terraces, private patios, private baths, saunas. | ||
| Dimensions, (L-W-T), mm | 3000,4000x152x28 | 3000,4000,6000x155x28 | 1800-6000x145x22 | ||
| Weight, kg/rm | 2.1 | 2.4 | 6.5 | ||
| Density, kg/m³ | 1200 | 1200 | 960 | ||
| -40… +70 | -40… +70 | -30… +60 | |||
| Quantity per package, pcs. (m²) | Depends on the specific combination of dimensions, can be completed in accordance with customer requirements | ||||
| Price, rub/m² | 1 260 | 1 980 | 6 700 | ||
"Terradayek" in "Fazenda":
5. Twinson (Belgium)
For the Russian Federation, 2 decking models with a palette of 8 colors and a wooden deck board are available. The one-sided version of the WPC is offered in lengths of 4.5 and 6 meters. The standard double-sided design is a six-meter strip. The characteristics of the composite allow it to be used in areas of heavy traffic. Protective covering natural boards does not allow one to count on such wear resistance and needs periodic updating. Therefore, it is advisable to purchase an array for your own terraces, gazebos, bathhouses and swimming pools.
Advantages: O-Terrace – double-sided decking. By re-laying it with the reverse side, you solve the issue of repairing the floor on the terrace of the summer cafe. The polyvinyl chloride in WPC makes it impervious to moisture. The densest (of all WPCs presented in the Russian Federation) structure minimizes linear deformations of the material in heat and cold.
Flaws: high price - due to expensive components (additives to improve the properties of polyvinyl chloride; dyes to create a natural color).
Conclusion: Twinson WPC decking has a 25-year warranty. A long period determines the low operating cost of the material. Composite boards are a suitable option for parks, embankments and other public places. The array is suitable for decorating exclusive terraces and gazebos.
| Twinson Terrace | Twinson Massive | Twinson O-Terrace | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application area | High density – for public places (piers, parks) | Exclusive view – for pier, swimming pool, outdoor area of apartments | Double-sided option - for seasonal terraces of cafes and other commercial establishments | ||
| Dimensions, L-W-T | 4500.6000x140x20 | 6000x140x20 | 6000x140x28 | ||
| Weight, kg/rm | 2.1 | 3.5 | 2.56 | ||
| Density, kg/m³ | 1410 | 800 | 1391 | ||
| Operating temperature range, °C | -40… +70 | -30… +60 | -40… +70 | ||
| Not regulated by the manufacturer | |||||
| Price, rub/m² | 4 850 | 7 700 | 4 850 | ||
Video about decking features and installation technology:
6. Werzalit (Germany)
The decking is available in 3 standard models with 8 types of colors and 2 options for corrugation of the top surface. In addition to the difference in price, the two models differ in the number of stiffening ribs, the third is solid. From the proposed list, you can choose a material for flooring on your personal property, at commercial facilities and for areas with active pedestrian traffic.
Advantages: pleasant to the touch, because 70% of the composition of the wood-polymer mixture is prepared wood. Fire resistant – withstands 120 0C for a short time. Many are attracted by the good range and durability - WPC does not fade in the sun, because polymer modifiers form a uniform layer that scatters UV radiation. Therefore, the manufacturer claims at least 25 years of service.
Flaws: There is no choice of size options and color options are not available for all models.
Conclusion: Werzalit decking feels more like other WPC materials natural wood– 70% of the natural component affects. But the less plastic, the higher the porosity and lower the density of the composite. Therefore, for stairs, passages and sidewalks of a public park, it is best to use a board with a solid section - Entero. Paseo is suitable for cafe and restaurant retail space. Terraza is suitable for a gazebo and porch of a private house.
| Terraza | Paseo | Entero | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application area | 4 strength ribs - optimal for laying coverings within the boundaries of a private yard. | 5 ribs and thick walls - for cafes, restaurants, and other commercial establishments. | Solid profile - can be installed in areas with heavy pedestrian traffic. | ||
| Dimensions, L-W-T | 6000x145x30 | 6000x145x30 | 6000x145x30 | ||
| Weight, kg/rm | 2 | 2.6 | 3.6 | ||
| Density, kg/m³ | 1100 | 1100 | 1100 | ||
| Operating temperature range, °C | -50…+70 | -50…+70 | -50…+70 | ||
| Quantity per package, pcs (m²) | The material is not serially packaged, so any variations are possible. | ||||
| Price, rub/m² | 1 800 | 2 100 | 2 880 | ||
Video about the features of decking and installation technology:
7. ProDecking (Russia)
Offers 4 models of WPC decking, in 4 wood imitation options, with 2 types of corrugation. The boards differ in profile design and number of working surfaces. The range includes options for extensions and small architectural forms on personal plot and the restaurant patio, pier and ship deck.
Advantages: clean raw materials (production is carried out without the use of recycled plastic); affordable cost (almost all components involved are domestically produced). The ratio of wood to polymers determines a wide range of operating temperatures.
Flaws: When making decking “to order”, the delivery time is negotiated additionally. A small volume of such an order increases the cost per square meter.
Conclusion: Even taking into account a single standard size, ProDecking products stand out with the most impressive number of possible color and texture combinations for WPC boards. Are you choosing a material for an exclusive design project? Pay attention to the ProDecking model range - there are options for an individual terrace, for the sales area of a summer cafe, and for the operating conditions of a river pier.
| ProDecking Standard | ProDecking Exclusive | ProDecking Full Body | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application area | A simple section - for the advantageous design of an individual territory. | Double-sided board for commercial terraces and patios. | Solid section profile - for places with high humidity (pier, embankment, etc.). | ||
| Dimensions, L-W-T | 3000,4000x140x22 | 3000,4000x140x22 | 3000,4000x140x22 | ||
| Weight, kg/rm | 2.1 | 2.2 | 3.6 | ||
| Density, kg/m³ | 1200 | 1200 | 1200 | ||
| Operating temperature range, °C | -50…+70 | -50…+70 | -50…+70 | ||
| Quantity per package, pcs (m²) | Depends on the specific dimensions of the board | ||||
| Price, rub/m² | 1 190 | 2 290 | 3 290 | ||
Decking installation instructions:
8. WoodVex (South Korea)
Assortment – 1 hollow WPC board in 3 color options.
Advantages: exceptionally high structural density (due to the technology of co-extrusion of wood-polymer composite). Minimal linear expansion over a wide temperature range (which is typical for decking with a high percentage of polymers in the composition). The stably preserved color of the material (even as the WPC board wears) is explained by the fact that stabilizers and dyes are not applied in layers, but are evenly mixed with the entire mixture.
Flaws: Unnatural pattern and texture of the upper surface. The hollow structure with stiffening ribs distributes the load well, but does not hold up well against a pinpoint impact.
Conclusion: WoodVex decking is suitable for decorating park paths, embankments, outdoor areas of fast food restaurants, fountain areas and other places with high foot traffic or constant exposure to moisture.
9. Darvolex (Kazakhstan)
Kazakh offers 1 option for WPC boards. The lack of variety in dimensions and design is compensated by the ability to use the material in the construction of decking in complex climatic conditions. This decking is suitable for arranging venues for public events.
Advantages: wear resistance and favorable ratio of cost to density indicator (due to the presence of 40% polymers in the structure of the material)
Flaws: due to the fact that decking boards are not the main product of Darvolex today, the domestic market has a frankly weak assortment: one model, no additional options color version.
Conclusion: Darvolex decking is the most durable of the existing wood-polymer materials intended for constructing floors under open air. No variety. Perfect option for multi-level pedestrian crossings. Suitable for decorating a summer scene. Can be used in the manufacture of mobile and stationary stands.
Description of Darvolex products:
10. Holzhof (Czech Republic)
The Czech manufacturer has developed 3 variants of boards based on WPC. Available in 6 colors and 1 type of embossing on the top surface. Basic models differ in the internal (hollow, solid) profile design. There is also a difference in the external design (single- and double-sided, with and without a visible seam) of the decking.
Advantages: light weight (as a result, it is enough to screw in several screw piles under the Holzhof decking platform, or simply place the supports on standard paving slabs). Branded clamps make laying boards easier because they eliminate the need to constantly monitor the width of the gaps. Installation without a seam is possible - the profile shape of the seamless board allows you to mask the longitudinal connecting seams. Due to the fact that the composition contains a natural dye, the material is characterized by natural colors.
Flaws: There are slight differences in the color of products from different batches (due to the use of natural components for tinting).
Conclusion: Holzhof decking has the most natural and soft colors among the known artificial board options. From the offered assortment, you can select materials that do not stand out against the background of the log house; harmonizing with the color of natural wood furniture. And therefore they are better accepted than other WPC boards in terraces and gazebos summer cottages. Ideal for summer areas of fast food establishments. The solid board is suitable for bridges, stairs, park paths and embankments.
| Holzhof universal board | Holzhof board seamless | Holzhof solid board | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application area | Wide strip texture – for flooring within individual solutions. | Fine “corduroy” on one side and “wood” embossing on the other side, no longitudinal seams - for commercial properties, park areas. | Solid profile with a corrugated surface - for piers, embankments and areas with high pedestrian traffic. |
| Dimensions, L-W-T | 3000x140x18 | 6000x154x24 | 6000x150x18 |
| Weight, kg/rm | 1.9 | 2 | 6 |
| Density, kg/m³ | 1200 | 1200 | 1200 |
| Operating temperature range, °C | -50… +80 | -50… +80 | -50… +80 |
| Quantity per package, pcs (m²) | 3 (1.26) | 3 (2.77) | 3 (2.7) |
| Price, rub/m² | 1 600 | 1 850 | 2 500 |
The video shows Holzhof installation technology:
11. Lesoval (RF)
Domestic Forestry produces 2 types of standard building materials from coniferous wood for flooring. Classification by grade, in accordance with GOST. The scope of application includes not only “outdoor” flooring of terraces and gazebos, but also ventilated floors of saunas, baths, and shower rooms.
Advantages: price – determined own production full cycle and acceptable cost of harvested timber. Attractive appearance – characteristic feature all products made from natural wood.
Flaws: predominantly soft breeds involved coniferous trees, therefore, the surface of the board is easily dented under the influence of a point load, and it is not always possible to quietly correct the damage. All natural materials are demanding in terms of quality protective coating– it must be updated periodically. And installation indoors can only be done after a week of adaptation of the board to the internal microclimate.
Conclusion: deck boards made of spruce and pine are better than all composite imitations and are suitable for flooring in a bathhouse, shower room, in open areas of a log house, and in a gazebo.
| Terrace Extra | Terrace AB | Deck Extra | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Application area | Minimum knots and uniform grain lines of radial cut boards - for bathhouse floors and flooring | Minor flaws in the design with any texture - under a darkened place in closed gazebo, open pergola. | Selected material for installing a real floor in a loggia, a standard apartment, a summer veranda of a restaurant and a permanent residence cottage. | ||
| Dimensions, L-W-T | 3000.6000x140x28 | 3000.6000x140x28 | 3000.6000x140x28 | ||
| Weight, kg/rm | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | ||
| Density, kg/m³ | 725 | 725 | 725 | ||
| Operating temperature range, °C | -40… +70 | -40… +70 | -40… +70 | ||
| Quantity per package, pcs (m²) | Depends on the dimensions of the material and the wishes of the customer | ||||
| Price, rub/m² | 1 300 | 650 | 1 300 | ||
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