Everything You Need to Know About Composite Decking (vs Pressure-Treated Lumber)

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🤔 Thinking about building a new deck and not sure whether to choose composite decking or pressure-treated wood? In this short, to-the-point video, deck specialist Pavel from Composite Deck Shop breaks down everything you need to know so you can choose the right material for your home and budget. ❓ If you have ever wondered “Is composite decking really worth the extra cost?” – this video is for you. What you’ll learn in this video: ✅ 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 How composite decking compares to pressure-treated lumber in terms of material cost, installation cost, and long-term value. ✅ 𝗗𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆? Pavel explains whether you are paying just for the colour and look, or if there is a real difference in quality, performance, and lifespan. ✅ 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 How composite boards handle scratches, fading, stains, and everyday wear compared to pressure-treated boards – especially in Canadian weather. ✅ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 A simple explanation of what is inside a composite board (plastic + wood fibres), and how that affects maintenance, expansion/contraction, and overall lifespan. ✅ 𝗦𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 / 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱 𝘃𝘀 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 The difference between solid (square-edge) boards and grooved boards, where each is used, and how that impacts installation style, cost, and look of your deck. ✅ 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗱𝘀 & 𝗵𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 Why fasteners matter, what a hidden fastener system is, and how it gives you a clean, screw-free surface. ✅ 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘆 & 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗴-𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 How composite decking warranties compare to pressure-treated lumber and why low-maintenance, long-lasting materials often save money over time. 🧰 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗢 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗲 & 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗢 𝗘𝗱𝗴𝗲𝗫 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗽𝘀 – 𝗛𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 It is important to have the right clips for your composite decking project. CAMO Edge and CAMO EdgeX Clips are universal hidden fasteners that work with the vast majority of composite decking products. They help you get: ✅ A clean, screw-free deck surface ✅ Consistent board spacing ✅ Faster, more efficient installation 👉 Explore our deck accessories and hidden fasteners here: Deck accessories & CAMO clips: https://compositedeckshop.com/deck-accessories/ 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (Delta Decks x Fiberon) 📸 Want to see what a finished composite deck looks like in real life?Check out this beautiful low-maintenance outdoor living project built by our partners at Delta Decks, using Fiberon decking and pet-friendly turf. 🔗 Project by Delta Decks with Fiberon decking: https://deltadecks.com/portfolio/low-maintenance-outdoor-living-with-fiberon-decking-and-pet-friendly-turf/ 🪵 𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 – 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀, 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 In this video, we also reference Fiberon composite decking as an example of a modern, low-maintenance material. Compare Fiberon collections, colours & pricing: https://compositedeckshop.com/fiberon-decking/ All Fiberon products shown in the video are available at Composite Deck Shop for pickup or delivery. ❓ Got more questions about composite decking, pressure-treated lumber, or other deck materials? Drop your questions in the comments – our deck experts will be happy to answer and help you choose the right option for your space. You can also visit our Composite Deck Shop in-person! We specialize in composite and PVC decking, railings, and deck accessories for homeowners and contractors across Ontario, Canada. 📍 Showrooms in: Vaughan, Barrie, London, Peterborough 📞 (888) 788-6788 Learn more: https://compositedeckshop.com/ 📎 Connect with us: https://www.instagram.com/compositedeckshop/ https://www.facebook.com/compositedeckshop https://twitter.com/CDeckShop 🔔 Subscribe for more videos on deck design, materials, installation tips, and product reviews! #CompositeDecking #PressureTreatedVsComposite #DeckBuilding #DeckTips #DeckInstallation #FiberonDecking #HiddenFasteners #CamoClips #DeckDesign #LowMaintenanceDeck #OntarioDecks #CompositeDeckShop