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What is the best deck material?

Babak K July 17, 2020Last updated: Sept. 25, 2020

wood, composite, or any other? What brand do you recommend?

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Emmanuel Cosgrove July 21, 2020, 9:17 a.m.

To learn what materials are best for decking and for how to build durable deck that will last you will find what you need on this page -

10 top tips for deck building so they last longer

There are a few minor tips for deck building that can greatly extend the life of the deck, and particularly the structure underneath. If you prevent water from damaging the deck joists you can often leave them in place when a deck is in need of repair and only replace the top decking boards.

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