What is the difference between TimberTech and Trex?

The only difference between Timbertech and Trex is that Trex provides their customers a 25-year warranty for staining and fading whereas Timbertech offers their customers a 30-year warranty. Their warranties are quite similar including the restrictions that govern the warranties.

Is TimberTech more expensive than Trex decking?

The Trex boards are also slightly cheaper than the Timbertech boards, with both pricing their product in different tiers that raise in price as you go up the tiers.

Are Trex and TimberTech the same?

Timbertech is made of recycled material just like Trex. It has the same weight and strength. Comes in the exact same sizes and is offered with grooved sides for a screw less installation. The only real difference is the protective coating which wraps the entire board and not just 3 sides.

Does TimberTech scratch easily?

TimberTech decking boards are made of durable composite lumber that resists fading, rotting and cracking. While it is designed to resist scratches, it is not scratchproof.

Is TimberTech expensive?

TimberTech Cost

Most AZEK TimberTech decking is within a similar price range, so you can expect to pay about $9 to $14 per square foot materials only, depending on the color and collection you choose.

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Does TimberTech get hot?

*Although TimberTech AZEK decking products are cooler to the touch than many other deck board products, all decking products will get hot in the sun. Additionally, the darker the decking color, the hotter it will feel.

Does TimberTech fade?

Does TimberTech decking really resist fading? Yes, our capped polymer decking and capped composite decking comes with industry-leading fade and stain warranties. And while any exterior product will fade over time to some degree, all of our lines of decking are technologically engineered to be fade and stain resistant.

What is the most expensive composite decking?

TimberTech AZEK products are perhaps the best (and most expensive) of all the composite decking manufacturers. Its capped polymer boards are covered by a 50-year fade and stain warranty.

Will dog claws scratch composite decking?

A large dog's claws will easily scratch an uncapped composite decking. Without the cap, the wood fibres will readily soak up the dog's urine and emit a terrible odour in the sun. The only advantage un-capped composite has over cedar decking is fewer splinter.

Is there a cheaper version of Trex?

Generally speaking, Trex and Fiberon offer the least expensive options while TimberTech and AZEK come in on the higher end. However, keep in mind that the higher-tiered grades of Trex are more expensive than the lower-tiered grades of Timbertech so it's important to make sure you're comparing apples to apples.

Does Trex scratch easily?

Unlike painted wood decks, Trex or any composite decking won't scratch or scuff easily. It's also highly resistant to marring (the disfiguration or sheen that you sometimes see after dragging a heavy object across a wood deck). Beyond that, Trex decking is also resistant to fading, staining, mold and mildew.

Is TimberTech or Trex more scratch resistant?

Although Timbertech and Trex are tough materials, they can still be scratched. However, when tested for scratch resistance, Trex tends to be more resistant than Timbertech.

Do Trex boards get hot?

Like many other outdoor surfaces, such as concrete, asphalt, beach sand, wood decking, other brands of composite decking, etc., Trex decking can get hot due to weather and sun exposure.

Is TimberTech made in USA?

The new TimberTech Recycling Plant in Wilmington, Ohio, aims to do a world of good for planet Earth. Plastic and wood materials sourced by recyclers are being used to create the core of all TimberTech composite PRO and EDGE deck boards (both made with 100% recycled resin).

How much does a 12x12 Trex deck cost?

Trex Decking Cost Per Square Foot

The materials cost for a Trex deck with substructure, decking and fasteners included, generally falls into the range of $9 to $16 per square foot.

Does Trex Select scratch?

The short answer is yes. Trex decking features a hard shell that not only resists scratching but is also formulated to withstand long-term exposure to the elements with less maintenance than wood decking.

Can you pressure wash TimberTech decking?

A power washer can be used for RINSING ONLY with TimberTech Deck or Porch. The recommended maximum pressure is 1,500 psi. A fan tip nozzle should be used. Spray in the direction of the grain pattern, never across the grain, to avoid damaging the product.

Why is my Trex deck turning white?

After a while, foot traffic on the deck wears off some of the plastic coating that surrounds and protects the wood particles in the composite material, exposing them to the environment. This is the cause of "white-spotting" as the sun fades the particles.

What are the different grades of TimberTech?

What are the disadvantages of Trex decking?

Which is better azek or Trex?

When comparing Trex vs Azek, there are Pros and Cons to both materials. Azek is quite a bit more expensive due to how it's made but it's a great long term value that's more durable than Trex. However, premium grade Trex isn't cheap, it's also very durable but has a more natural look and feel than Azek.

Is Trex decking worth the money?

Trex decks are worth it because you get what you pay for. They cost more than a treated lumber one, making up for your extra outlay of cash at the onset, and will last for years longer than the average treated deck, letting you more than recoup your investment. Trex decks are also low maintenance.