What is the average lifespan of a deck?

10 to 15 years THE AVERAGE LIFESPAN OF A WOOD DECK: Typically 10 to 15 years. The actual lifespan of your wood deck will depend on the type of wood you've chosen and how well you keep up with wood's rigorous maintenance schedule.

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What decking material does not get hot?

TimberTech capped polymer decking is engineered to be cooler to the touch, even in direct sunlight. TimberTech AZEK decking, our capped polymer decking line, features advanced materials science in its core and cap that makes it more heat resistant than other composite decking products. How can I tell if my deck is pressure treated wood? To tell if the wood is treated, check tags, stamps, and markings of chemicals used. Smelling can also help you know if wood is treated. Treated lumber can smell oily, while untreated wood doesn't. Treated wood also has a green or brown hue from the treatment process.

What is the longest lasting deck material?

Aluminum and Stee. Aluminum decking is the most expensive out of the deck material and will last the longest with a lifespan of 30+ years. Steel decking can have a lifespan of 60+ years when correctly installed by a professional builder. You can also ask what is the best thing to treat decking with? When it comes to treating and protecting decking, you have two different options; decking oil and decking stain. Oils often come in natural colours or clear and enhance the natural appearance of your wood. Decking oils soak deeply into the wood and penetrate the grain to provide protection from the inside out.

Also, how often should you oil decking?

every 6-12 months How Often Do I Oil My Deck? Within the deck building industry, it is usually recommended that decks need to be oiled once every 6-12 months.