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Construction
PVC Decks
PVC decks are built using advanced PVC decking, a 100% synthetic, wood-free decking material designed to provide outstanding durability with very little maintenance. Unlike traditional wood decking, PVC decking requires no sanding, staining, or painting, making it one of the lowest-maintenance decking options available.
Because PVC decking contains no wood fibres, it doesn't absorb moisture or rot. This makes it an excellent choice for waterfront properties, pool decks, high-humidity areas, and regions with long wet seasons, such as the Lower Mainland and other parts of British Columbia.
One advantage many homeowners appreciate is that PVC decking generally stays cooler than composite decking during hot summer afternoons. If you enjoy walking barefoot or have children and pets using the deck, this can be an important factor when choosing your decking material.
Modern PVC decking has come a long way over the past decade. Early PVC products often had a shiny plastic appearance, but today's premium PVC decking features realistic wood-grain textures and rich colours that closely resemble natural wood while providing exceptional long-term performance.
PVC decking is manufactured entirely from virgin and recycled polymers and protected by a durable four-sided cap. Because it contains no organic materials, there's no wood core that can absorb moisture, making it one of the most moisture-resistant decking products available today.
Advantages of PVC Decking
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100% synthetic, wood-free material.
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Exceptional resistance to moisture, mold, mildew, and rot.
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Very low maintenance with no sanding, staining, or painting required.
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Generally stays cooler than composite decking during hot summer weather.
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Lightweight, slip-resistant, and available with a Class A fire rating on many premium product lines.
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Excellent resistance to fading and staining.
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Long manufacturer warranties, often up to 50 years.
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One of the longest-lasting low-maintenance decking products available today.
Disadvantages of PVC Decking
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Higher upfront cost than most composite decking products.
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Premium product lines may exceed some homeowners' budgets.
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Generally not as rigid as composite decking during extremely hot summer weather.
If you're looking for the most durable, lowest-maintenance decking option and are willing to invest more upfront, PVC decking is often the best long-term choice.
If you're considering a new PVC deck and have questions about decking products, framing options, or deck construction, feel free to contact us. We'll be happy to discuss your project and help you determine whether PVC decking is the right fit for your home.
If you'd like to compare PVC, composite, pressure-treated wood, and cedar decking side by side, click here to read our Wood vs Composite vs PVC Decking: What's the Difference? guide.