Archetech Issue 56 2021 | Page 114

TREX

TREX COMPOSITE DECKING IDEAL FOR COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS

When it comes to outdoor design , a great deck can add valuable space and a unique element to a project . From sprawling gardens and luxury condominiums to restaurant patios and storefronts , clients are thinking outside the box and demanding decking materials that are made to last without compromising aesthetics . Brits no longer feel confined to a basic square space – regardless of the project size or budget . Remodelers , designers and architects report increased interest from clients in decks with multiple levels , accent walls , curves and cantilevers .
Engineered to deliver superior durability , sustainability , easy maintenance and lasting beauty , Trex composite decking offers incredible design flexibility that allows truly customized projects .
While aesthetics drive many deck-building decisions , clients are just as interested in performance . Unlike timber , Trex composite decking resists fading , staining , scratching and mould – and won ’ t rot , warp , crack or splinter . The boards stand up to severe weather , heavy foot traffic and everyday mishaps like wet planter pots and spilled food . No sanding , oiling or painting is required , and just simple soap-and-water cleanings keep the deck looking like new for decades .
Featuring high-definition grain patterns and rich , saturated colours , Trex decking offerings are nearly indistinguishable from timber textures . Available in a wider variety of colour options , composite boards range from deep earth tones to spicy reds
and pristine greys , including tropically-inspired boards that feature the distinct streaked look of exotic hardwoods .
No matter what colour is installed , a Trex deck is always green – offering an eco-friendly choice that clients can feel good about . The entire decking portfolio is manufactured using more than 95 % recycled content , including reclaimed industrial timber scraps and recycled plastic from common items such as shopping bags , newspaper sleeves and shrink wrap . In fact , Trex has never cut down a tree to make any of its products .
When it comes to installation , it ’ s just as simple as building with timber , and Trex makes it even easier with its Hideaway ® Secret Fixing System . Designed specifically to meet demand for increased ease and speed of assembly , the system has a straightforward design that installs between grooved-edge boards , fastening them to the joists with no visible screw heads on the surface . This precision also creates perfectly consistent spacing between the boards for a flawless finish .
Trex products have proven ideal for both commercial and residential applications , ranging from hospitality and retail to residential and community projects that call for premium performance with low-maintenance ease and a modern lifestyle aesthetic .
To learn more about Trex composite decking and other outdoor living products , visit uk . trex . com .
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