Here’s a question that we get often as temperatures climb to ridiculous levels in the summer: Is there a certain deck board that stays cooler or gets hotter than others? And for that question, we have an answer!
In simplest terms, you’ll find that lighter colors will not get quite as hot as darker colors as with everything else. Also, the pure plastic boards don’t get quite as hot as their wood and composite counterparts. But the location of the deck makes a huge difference in how hot the products get – southern facing decks will be much hotter than a northern facing deck because of the amount of sun exposure. A vinyl-sided home with many windows will reflect a much greater amount of energy down on a deck’s surface making it much hotter than other settings.
The bottom line seems to be that when it is hot outside and the deck is in direct sunlight, everything gets too hot to the touch. Some folks have even tested this at our showroom by doing barefoot tests outside. And don’t be shy, we won’t mind if you’d like to do that, too! Come on by and say hello!
Here’s an interesting article from the resident home expert Bob Vila’s website. It’s pretty basic as an introduction to the decisions we’re faced with these days when choosing a new decking. There are some great options in wood, composite, and PVC today. Feel free to stop by our showroom to discuss your options because picking a new flooring is quite a balancing act. There’s no perfect choice that will absolutely be the best choice for everyone, and that’s where we excel. We have a deep understanding of all of the available products and can help you determine what is best for you.
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Also, there’s a little incorrect information in the article. Fiberon’s no-stain, no-fade warranty is actually 20 years.
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