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2012年7月12日 星期四

What's Better - Ipe Wood Or PVC Decking?


There are many different factors to consider when choosing the right product for decking. Hardwood decking, like Ipe, provides the best quality and is the most advantageous option. PVC decking, while it is popular, is definitely not the logical choice.

Let's take a look at some important features that determine superior decking.

Eco-friendly: Ipe is environmentally friendly because it comes from sustainable forests that have been responsibly cultivated and harvested. On the other hand, PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is known as a toxic plastic. Plastic is made from refined oil and drilling for oil is very destructive to the environment. The chemicals contained in polyvinyl chloride have been linked to health problems such as neurological damage, immune system damage and birth defects.

Strong & Durable (Good Quality): Ipe wood is extremely dense and tight grained, which makes it incredibly strong. The natural oils in the wood make it resistant to rot, decay, and insects. Ipe also has a class A fire rating and can stand up to harsh climates. Similarly, PVC decking is rot and decay proof due to its porosity. It has good stability and is more stain and scratch resistant than composites. However, certain temperature changes, like hot weather, can cause it to bend or deform. It is also much heavier and more difficult to handle than wood.

Low Maintenance: Ipe decking is ultimately maintenance free. When Ipe is left in its natural state, it weathers to a silver gray color. If you decide to finish the wood to preserve its brown color, you can apply a stain or oil. PVC decking is also low maintenance. It needs to be cleaned periodically with soap and water, but doesn't need to be treated. PVC decking is made of plastic, therefore it has the look and feel of plastic. Unfortunately, it looks nothing like natural hardwood.

Long Lasting: Ipe decking has been known to last up to 100+ years without preservatives. As for PVC decking, it only has a 10 year warranty.

Cost Efficient: Ipe is a natural hardwood and a very affordable decking option. PVC decking is more expensive and even tries to look like real hardwood.

There are many alternatives to hardwood decking, but you will find out that nothing is as good as the real thing. Building a deck with Ipe wood is a great choice, given the many benefits of natural hardwood. Ipe's properties and standards give it the kind of quality that is looked for in premium decking.




Learn about Ipe Wood and why it's a great decking option for your outdoor deck, patio, or porch.





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2012年3月12日 星期一

Cambara Decking? What's That?


OK, get ready: We're going to tell you a secret.

Cambara decking isn't like other kinds of decking. For one thing, its natural beauty is unparalleled by its competitors.

For some of you building decks out there, cambara decking might just be the best choice.

Oh, sure, you may have to spend a little more time on maintenance. Unlike the maintenance-free composite wood decking materials on the market, cambara decking will require a bit of elbow grease to keep it looking its best.

But don't worry: decks built with cambara decking stand the test of time. Cambara decking is very strong and has above-average decay resistance. It also has a high "modulus of rupture," which means it can bend very far without breaking. It's got good resistance to dry-wood-seeking insects and fungi. It's a great substitute for more expensive (and, too often, environmentally unsound) mahogany. And of course it has a beautiful natural grain that can't be matched by composites.

So what is it?

Cambara is a medium hardwood harvested in Central and South America, including Brazil, Suriname and the Guyanas. It goes by a variety of names, including Jaboty, Quarubarana, Singri and Kwari.

Cambara decking is mostly straight-grained, and its color ranges from a pale pinkish brown to a light reddish brown, with a wide spectrum of hues in between.

Cambara decking isn't for just anyone; if you want a decking material you can just install and forget about, then cambara might not be for you. But if you're interested in a beautiful deck with the exotic feel than only tropical hardwoods can provide, cambara decking might just be for you.




Try Sequoia Supply for all your decking needs. Looking to build great decks? We're the place to go.

http://www.decksupplies.com





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2012年1月16日 星期一

Decks vs Porches - What's the Difference?


Some houses have porches. Some have decks. Some have both.

But what's the difference between decks and porches, anyway? Is it just that one is on the back of your house and one is on the front? What happens if the porch wraps around to the back of the house? Or is it the deck that's wrapping around to the front?

Here's the thing about decks: It doesn't matter whether they're on the front or the back, whether they're called "decks" or "porches." A deck is a sure way to add beauty, value and class to any home.

Decks can be anything. They can be places to fire up the grill, or for jumping into your pool. They can be big or little. Simple or ornate.

It's this versatility that makes trying to differentiate between porches and decks a fruitless affair.

Think about it: There's no end to the possibilities. Here are just a few ideas.

Gazebos. Adding a gazebo to your decking project is a great way to add festivity to your backyard. Decks with gazebos installed in them are the perfect place for parties, cool spring nights, and, if possible, Dixieland jazz bands.

Cabanas. Why not add a roofed- and screened-in area to your new deck? Well-built decks can support some pretty impressive architecture, so there's no reason not to build a structure that'll keep the bugs out as it beautifies your home. It'll also give your home a great tiki feel that'll make it seem just a bit warmer in the winter.

Tree Houses. Who says decks are limited to houses? Nobody, that's who! Now's the perfect time to add a flight of stairs and some decking to that Southern live oak in your backyard. The versatility of decks means there's no end to the possibilities.

Multiple Levels. Your new deck can stretch from the second floor of your home to the first, with a few landings in between for creative uses, like game tables or swinging benches.

Garden Boxes. Wouldn't it be nice to be able to step right out onto your deck whenever you needed some fresh herbs for that tomato sauce you're stewing up? You can make a garden box or a small tree arbor out of the very decking material you're using to build your deck.

Dining Areas. A deck that extends from the dining room or kitchen is an easy way to add elegance to any dinner party. Imagine treating your guests to a view of the outdoors, instead of the four walls of your dining room. And like the garden boxes we mentioned earlier, you can make tables and chairs to match your decking material.

Decks n' Docks. If you're lucky enough to have waterfront property, you may be able to extend your deck into the water. It'll take some creative building and some elbow grease - building into a muddy bank is rarely anyone's idea of a good time - but you'll never regret it for one second.

So - still wondering about porches? Nah, probably not. Decks are where it's at.

But if you still want to call them porches, we won't tell anyone.




Kevin Ott is a freelance copywriter who lives in California and writes on a variety of topics, including home improvement, food, travel, marketing, and a variety of other topics. One of his clients is Sequoia Supply, the premier supplier of composite wood decking material (to both contractors and do-it-yourself homeowners) in the Northeast.

Visit Sequoia Supply here:

http://www.decksupplies.com





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