Natural Wood Vs Composite Decks

Both natural timber and composite decks have their pros & cons. Depending on your needs, choosing one over the other might be greatly beneficial to you.

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1. Wood Decking

Pros:

  • Certain wood species, like Indian rosewood, carry a luxurious appeal. It is highly sought after and recognized by any wood lover, adding intrinsic value to your space.
  • Natural wood disperses heat rapidly, offering a comfortable touch underfoot.
  • Easily rejuvenated. Through sanding and varnishing, you have the flexibility to refresh the appearance of your timber surface. Should you grow weary of a particular stain, a simple process of removing a layer of timber allows for the application of a new colour, restoring its aesthetic appeal to a pristine state.

Cons:

  • Regular annual maintenance is imperative, even with high-quality sealants and varnishes, due to the organic nature of timber.
  • Its protective varnish layer fades over time, exposing wood to UV damage, discoloration, cracks, warpage, and splinters.

accoya timber decking jypsy cafe

Jypsy Cafe - Accoya timber decking

teak grains

Teak grains

2. Composite Decking

Pros:

  • If installed correctly, a well-made composite deck can last a lifetime, and Calvary Composite Decking offers a 10-year warranty.
  • Uniform in appearance, composite decks offer a modern aesthetic.
  • Priced at a comparable level to mid-tier timber products.

Cons:

  • Visually distinguishable from natural timber decks.
  • In the event of any man-made damage to the decks, regrettably, the only recourse is to replace the affected piece.
  • On hot days, composite decks can become uncomfortably hot, requiring precautions like wearing slippers to avoid blisters.

Gambir - Composite Decking

Gambir - Composite Decking

Calvary Composite Grains

Calvary Composite Grains

3. Fused Decking

Addressing heating issues, MOSO bamboo decking contains 87% moso bamboo fibers, reducing heat retention compared to composite decks. Offering a 25-year warranty, MOSO N-durance Decking achieves the highest fire retardancy (Bfl- s1, EN 13501-1), enhancing durability, fungal, and termite resistance. Like all deckings, the protective coating fades over time, leaving the timber susceptible to UV exposure and silvering. Our OSMO coating effectively revitalizes decking colors, addressing this issue.

Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel - Bamboo Decking

Ushuaïa Ibiza Beach Hotel - Bamboo Decking

MOSO Bamboo Grains

MOSO Bamboo Grains