Trex outdoor living products are true value-added features for residential and commercial installations. They offer unmatched good looks and longevity, and will never rot, crack or splinter. Trex products are extremely weather-resistant and never need painting or staining for protection. And, Trex decking is the only composite lumber to be code-listed by the nation’s three major building code agencies.

Pressure Treated

The most common building material for outdoor decks is still wood - namely pressure treated lumber (usually southern yellow pine). Pressure treated lumber is created by forcing chemicals into the wood under intense pressures - hence the name. These chemicals act as preservatives for the wood and help keep moisture out and prevent rotting, decay, and insect damage. Pressure treated wood is especially recommended in applications where the wood needs to come in contact with the ground, like in fences or posts. Other popular woods for decking include redwood (which resists decay naturally), red cedar, and mahogany. Wood decks do take more work to maintain, so plan on a regular system of painting, sealing, and cleaning.