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Composite decking in Middlesbrough
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Why composite appeals
Composite boards blend wood fibre with plastic. They don’t need oiling or staining, and they don’t splinter, which suits families with small children and anyone who would rather spend weekends using the garden than maintaining it. Composite costs more up front than timber, and that is balanced by far less upkeep. Over the life of the deck, that saving in time is what most people are paying for.
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Colours and surfaces
Boards come in greys, browns and near-blacks, with a smooth or grained face. Lighter greys sit well against Teesside’s red brick and stay cooler in sun; very dark boards can get hot on a bright afternoon. Capped boards, with a tougher outer shell, resist staining from barbecues and plant pots. Order a few samples and look at them in your own garden light before you decide.
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What sits under composite boards
Composite boards are usually laid on a frame of treated timber or aluminium joists. The board maker sets the joist spacing and the gap for expansion, and many use hidden clips rather than screws through the face. Ask that the written quote names the board brand, the frame material and the fixing method. That makes it much easier to compare two prices fairly.
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