Save Big this Fall & Winter With Our Limited Time Offers!

What Types of Materials Are Used for a New CT Deck?

Excited to enjoy the outdoor weather a bit more in the coming weeks? A backyard deck or patio is an excellent way to spend more time outside in the privacy of your own home. Before you do this, you need to decide on material for the deck that suits your personal style and your home’s climate in order to expand the deck’s lifespan. Newer materials, such as synthetics and hardwoods have begun to replace the traditional options like redwood and cedar, but there are pros and cons to each material. With the prospect of a beautiful new deck, you have several options for decking material, with four factors that affect your choice: durability, availability, looks, and cost. Be sure to thoroughly research every option for new ct decks and remember we’re always here to help.

Pressure-treated lumber

This is the strongest and most readily available lumber. Most pressure-treated lumbercomes with a greenish cast that weathers to a silvery gray, but you can also get it prestained to look like cedar or redwood. Treated lumber is the most affordable deck material, and thanks to new laws restricting the chemicals used to preserve the wood, today’s treated lumber is safe.

Real wood

Natural-wood decking products can be roughly divided into three categories: pressure-treated lumber, redwood and cedar, and tropical hardwoods. You can find most types of wood decking at your local lumberyard, although availability may vary depending on where you live.

Ipe wood

Ipe wood is an excellent solution for those homeowners who appreciate quality, beauty, and durability. Ipe’s coloring ranges from chocolate brown to olive green. When left untreated, the wood turns to a silvery gray color. Though, it can be easily restored to its natural color with minimal effort. Ipe hardwood is resistant to insects, molds, rot, decay, and even fire. Unlike other decking materials, this hardwood doesn’t require preservatives, toxins and chemicals to be treated. Due to the inherent strength, ipe furnishings can be slenderer and more sophisticated than redwood, cedar or pine units. However, Ipe can be difficult to work with. This wood has high cutting resistance during sawing because of its high density.

Synthetic Decking

Consider synthetic materials if you are concerned with low maintenance. Plastic lumber, which is made of recycled milk jugs and grocery bags, does not absorb moisture. Plastic lumber can be molded in various colors and can be painted, but it will never quite take on the look of wood. For proper installation, you will need to use sliding clips because plastic expands and contracts in temperature extremes. Regardless of which type of synthetic material you choose, you will need to install it over a support system build using real wood. To keep overall costs down, most homeowners choose treated lumber for these invisible underpinnings.

Vinyl

The newest material to join the decking family, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is just as near to maintenance-free as composite is. PVC is made of a cellular core with a layer of solid PVC around it and comes in a variety of colors, so instead of brown you can choose from white, gray and tans as well. It does have a significantly higher price though, at about $9.60 per square foot, the price can be worth it since it comes with a 25-year warranty. Composite and vinyl decks offer durability, low maintenance, and aesthetic benefits like non-fading colors. More and more homeowners and remodelers are taking notice. As the popularity of this product category continues to grow, manufacturers have taken their systems one step further by offering railings to match and complement their decks.

Fiderio & Sons | CT Deck Builders

The process of deck remodeling may sound easy, and for experienced builders, it is. To put it simply, we have better tools and more experience. We are familiar with the materials and hardware, and we have done it many times. With experienced builders, you can expect that we will get it done faster, that we are familiar with zoning laws and building codes and that your deck will last longer.




Tags: ,

Contact Us
Request service or ask us your questions!
  • Solicitation Will Not Be Accepted

Testimonials
- Polite and Hardworking …

"The work was done in a very timely manner.  The workers were polite and hardworking.  The look of the house, improved greatly.  Thank you again for your help in this…”

- They finished in a timely manner at a reasonable price.

"We had our bathroom remodeled by the Fiderio team. We gave them the big task of creating a master bathroom from a closet. They delivered beyond our expectations and went…”

- I recommend Fiderio & Sons without hesitation.

"Fiderio & Son did a fantastic job on my mom's kitchen remodel. From my mom and Jonathan's first meeting, Jonathan was very responsive, answered all questions, and provided detailed remodeling…”

- Workmen were courteous, skilled, neat and knowledgeable!

"I am so pleased that I chose Fiderio for my painting, carpentry and new bathroom projects!  I had dealt with them before, so was confident that when they said they…”

- They do fantasic work!

"We have used Fiderio a number of time and they are always excellent. They do fantastic work and have courteous and responsive customer service! ~ Maureen”

- I knew I was in good hands.

"Fiderio and sons has exceeded our expectations once again. I especially love that they are a family owned business. I had used them several years ago for my siding and…”

- Professionalism, Punctuality, QualityWork, Responsiveness, & Value

"I recently used Fiderio & Sons to repair and replace a water damaged window as well as construct a sunroom. The finished product far exceeded my expectations. Each individual I…”

- Project was fast and efficient.

"We just bought a old house from the 1930s that had a roof and chimney that were well past their prime. Fiderio's replaced the roof and updated our chimney. We…”

- Professional & Courteous

"We did both a bathroom and had our hose sided at the same time as well as a new concrete staircase and patio done. Dave our salesman went above and…”

- Very Pleased With Our Replacement Windows

"- Fiderio was amazing. I had some seriously old windows that were a total wreck. He was incredibly nice, efficient, and understanding. There was a window pane with a sticker…”

- 5 Star Performance & Workmanship

"Can’t say enough about our experience with Fiderio & Sons. From start to finish it was a great experience. They responded quickly to our initial service inquiry. The salesperson –…”

- Quality Standards & Clear Expectations!

"They are committed to quality and customer satisfaction. They stand behind their work and great people to work with!”

- The Fiderio team was patient & worked with us to get everything perfect!

"For over 4 years we had wanted to change our damaged/ugly aluminum siding to vinyl and make the house pop more and look better while enjoying time outside during the…”

- I Highly Recommend Fiderio

"We have used Fiderio’s for multiple renovations. We began several years ago with a roof replacement. Was so satisfied I’ve used them for various projects since. Needless to say I…”

- Insurance Claim Made Easy

"They were wonderful to work with. And took the brunt of dealing with the insurance company.”

- Thrilled With The Quality Of Workmanship

"We are thrilled with our new kitchen hardwood floor installed by Fiderio and sons. As usual they took the time to do it right. Their employees are professional as well…”

- 5 Star Bathroom Remodel

"Fiderio’s just finished up on 2 full bathroom remodels for us. We would recommend them and we wouldn’t hesitate to use them again. We are very happy with our finished…”

- A Worry Free Experience.

"Working with Fiderio and Sons is always a worry free experience. Craftsmen are professional and easy to have in our home.”

More Testimonials
Contact Us or
Visit Our Showroom
(203) 237-0350 (203) 237-0350
Design Center & Showroom
687 Broad Street Meriden, CT 06450
Our Design Center & Showroom is open by appointment Monday through Friday: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Evenings and weekend by appointment. Call today to schedule a visit!