The Best Composite Deck Materials

Compression Molded

• Compression-molded composite deck materials are manufactured by Evergreen. The technique yields a product that closely resembles the fine grain detail of actual wood with the advantages of composite; it never needs to be stained. It's made of wood and fiber and available in seven different wood shades with corresponding rail systems. The product is also slip-resistant, so there's less chance of a fall when the surface becomes wet.

Cellular PVC Decking

• Gossen Decking produces cellular PVC (polyvinyl chloride) decking. Its superior construction creates a consistent, durable material that resists both scratches and stains. Once installed, the product is nearly maintenance-free; you don' have to worry about cupping, rotting or decaying. Gossen Decking provides the composite deck materials in a number of colors and finishes to suit most consumer tastes.

Aluminum Decking

• Aluminum decking is a type of composite material comprised of heavy-duty powder-coated aluminum. It's available in panels up to 6 inches wide and 1 inch think. Aluminum decking has an uninterrupted locking seal that creates a unified, water-tight floor surface. The surface is slip-resistant and cooler than wood. You can purchase decking and a rail system in one of four colors. Aluminum decking is manufactured by Lockdry and includes a limited lifetime product guarantee.