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Trex has 4 different lines of deck boards that have different prices. Transcend, Select, Enhance naturals and Enhance basics. The prices for these range from around $2.50 – $6 per linear foot. Price will also always depend on where you are buying it and how much you buy.  For more posts like this one click here for Premium Decking Supply blogs page...

Trex is built from a composite material that consists of 95% recycled film plastic wrapped in a hard shell. This design allows it to hold up through long term exposure to all the elements it would in any environment it is set in. With minimal upkeep required Trex is one of the most durable composite options on the market. Trex will last between 25-30 years and it comes with a 25 year fade and stain warranty.  For more posts like th...

PVC decking is another material that is a good alternative to wood decking as it also out lasts wood and is low maintenance. When compared to Trex composite boards, PVC has a few disadvantages. It is made of nearly all new plastic, which means it is not nearly as eco friendly as a Trex board, which is made of 95% recycled plastic. Side by side Trex also has a much better natural look and feel to the board while PVC boards have a very pla...

The biggest con facing a buyer is the high initial cost of Trex, it is a more expensive material than wood and so initial sticker shock can deter a lot of potential buyers. Another con is that not all deck builders have experience building Trex decks, they are not the same as a wood deck, so it is important to talk to a builder that has Trex experience. With these in mind, it is also important think about the future of the deck and its ad...

Though Wood is the cheaper option, it will not last and hold up like a Trex deck. Trex is designed to maintain its beauty and quality while being constantly exposed to harsh environments. Wood decks require proper care to maintain its quality of the course of time and that means staining, sealing, and replacing rotting or cracking boards. Trex will not rot or crack like wood and requires no maintenance from an owner other than the occasi...