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At
Deck-Pros, we use the finest grade materials available.
Our deck frames are constructed from pressure treated
pine. This lumber is very strong and is guaranteed by
the manufacturer for 40 years from rot or insect damage.
We cover the exterior deck joists (the boards that support
the decking) with material to match the decking or railing.
This hides the green pressure treated lumber.
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Ipe
(aka Ironwood, Brazilian Walnut, Pao Lope)
Ipe
(pronounced ee-pay) is
one of the densest and hardest woods available. It makes
an extremely durable and beautiful deck. Ipe can be
left to weather on its own to a lustrous silver-gray
or it can be sealed to keep its rich color. Ipe is now
used on the Atlantic City boardwalk because it is so
resistant to weather and traffic. A 25 year manufacturer's
warranty is another upside of this beautiful wood.
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Clear
Cedar
D
Select cedar offers a stunning and virtually knot-free
surface. It can be left alone and will weather to a soft
gray over a period of years. It can also be treated to
maintain is beautiful original color. D cedar is very
soft underfoot. While this makes for a comfortable surface,
it is not as durable as the other woods. If the deck is
to have heavy traffic, Ipe (which is similarly priced)
should be considered.
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Mahogany
The
look of mahogany decking is absolutely astounding. It
has no knots and an extremely rich color. Because it is
a hardwood, it is extremely durable and will maintain
its beauty for years to come. It takes a variety of finishes
very well or it can be left to weather on its own.
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Knotty
Cedar
Knotty
cedar is a beautiful and durable addition to your outdoor
environment. It's rustic look enhances your home's exterior
with a rich, wood planking appearance. It is sanded smooth
and, as all of our decking, comes in 5/4 x 6 radiused
edge boards. Our knotty cedar is graded STK. This stands
for "Select Tight Knot", which means the knots
are not going to fall out and leave you with a hole in
your deck. With the proper treatment, your cedar deck
will last 25-30 years.
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Synthetic
Decking
There
are many synthetic decking and railing materials available
from which to choose. As with any building material, there
are some good ones and some not-so-good ones. To make
it even more confusing, new products are seemingly coming
out every week. A few that we recommend are
Trex, WeatherBest,
TimberTech
and Evergrain
(also called Epoch) brands.
There
are many other choices available. If you have a specific
brand in mind, we would be happy to give you a quote for
it.
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