Landscape & Urban Design Issue 30 2018 | Page 41

Low Maintenance Decking That Stands The Test Of Time The Design Deck range includes UPM ProFi Deck 150 which offers high impact and scratch resistance, a reversible profile, a closed surface for low maintenance and Lignin-free colour durability. Plus, it is also manufactured using more than 50% recyclable materials. Richard Mosson, James Latham’s Group Cladding and Decking Manager commented, “As the popularity of WPC decking grows in the UK, customers are looking for a premium quality product that will deliver and UPM ProFi ticks all the boxes. “With 10 years of continued investment James Latham is seeing the popularity In that time, the boards have benefitted of its premium quality composite from continual research and development decking ProFi soar due to its outstanding and this year, UPM are revisiting performance properties which include decks installed during the first years of minimum maintenance, superior stain manufacture which are still looking fresh resistance, extra high impact strength and modern and performing well 10 years and a high friction surface. after installation. These impressive features mean that ProFi Deck comes in two stunning design ProFi - which is manufactured in Finland, styles, UPM ProFi Classic Deck and UPM Germany and the United States by UPM ProFi Design Deck. - is perfectly suited to high traffic areas, and R&D, the quality of the UPM ProFi deck range is exceptional. Long-life and ultra-low maintenance has been engineered into the product plus, due to the innovative use of recycled materials – some of the range is made using up to 95% - it has won several international awards, with the product making a major contribution to reducing traditional landfill and incineration which is really important to James Latham as well as many of our customers.” continuing to perform to optimum levels UPM ProFi Classic Deck range offers the while looking fresh, smart and clean for beauty of a hardwood deck without the years to come. high maintenance. In addition to withstanding typical traffic Wood and cellulose fibres are phone 0116 257 3415, usage such as the constant moving encapsulated in specially selected E-mail [email protected] or visit of chairs and tables, ProFi also resists polymers to provide lasting protection www.lathamtimber.co.uk staining from hazards such as cooking oil, from the weather. sun lotion and drink spillage, as well as other exterior factors such as birds plus, it can endure extreme temperature changes (-40°C to +40°C) from the extr eme cold, snow and ice of Northern Scandinavia to the searing heat and relentless sunshine of the Middle East. 2017 sees UPM ProFi celebrate its 10-year anniversary as one of the leading European WPC decking producers. For more information on these and Latham’s full range of products please The advanced composite technology provides superior resistance to UV, frost, stains and impacts when compared to traditional composite or wood decks. The UPM ProFi Design Deck range gives outdoor living a fresh and modern feel. Renowned designers from around the world have been inspired to work with the wide colour range and clean looks. 41