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CartWhy We Chose Trex Decking
The number one question I’m asked since we started our deck reno project is, “why did you choose to go with Trex?” Well, in addition to the sheer stunning beauty of it, there are a lot of practical reasons as well. Here’s my detailed breakdown.
Framing Compatibility
Trex decking can be laid on virtually any type of framing and it will look great. As I mentioned in the previous post, we drilled our foundation piles at the end of our teardown. This meant the inspector only needed to come by once, which saved us a day or two on timelines. As you can see, the frame is super sturdy! Just seeing the proper hangers and bolts made me instantly feel at ease.
Ease of Installation
Once the frame was built for the upper deck and new staircase, the Trex decking went in like a breeze. The Home Installs team was able to lay the upper deck floor in a few hours, and the stairs were completed in a couple of days. I had prepared myself for a lot of hammering and sawing, but Trex decking doesn’t require hammers! Our Trex railing was also easy to install. We debated having clear panels on the balcony but ultimately chose traditional balusters. They offer a much better ocean view than before, and we won’t have to deal with little fingerprints everywhere. This railing is also a little dreamy and magical because it incorporates built-in lighting!
Durability & Sustainability
Wood decks experience a lot of wear and tear. Sun, rain, and freeze-thaw cycles can really give them a beating. Living close to saltwater as we do adds another erosion factor. Trex decking can better withstand all of these elements and climate changes. As with all of our home reno projects, we’re always looking to check as many sustainable and eco-responsible boxes as possible. Trex decking is made from 95% recycled material, which greatly reduces the carbon footprint of our deck.
Low Maintenance
During our very first deck party my five-year-old spilled pop all over, and lo and behold it just wiped right up with a wet dish rag. We also potted a bunch of plants and spilled soil everywhere, but that was just easily swept away. Both of these incidents would’ve been harder to clean on a wood deck. Trex decking also doesn’t need staining or sealing every few years. And at the beginning and end of each season all we need to do is hose down the deck with warm water—no pressure washing required. All of this saves time and helps reduce our maintenance costs.
Safety
Another major consideration for us when we decided on Trex was the safety aspect. Maybe I’m overly sensitive to slivers, wood chips, and broken nails from the old deck, but I’m so happy knowing my kids and pets can walk barefoot without fear of being hurt. The baby is still crawling right now and I just let her scoot around on the deck without any worries at all!
