On Sun, 20 May 2012 19:49:47 -0400, Paul Franklin
wrote:




I went with Timbertech Earthwood evolutions. It's composite inside
with a layer of PVC extruded over it. Supposed to merge the best of
Composite and PVC. It has a wood grain surface texture that makes it
less slippery when wet. Probably closer to $55 for a 16 footer. (I
used the grooved planks with hidden fasteners, plain planks may be
cheaper.)

I really wanted to go with wood; but in the end the near zero
maintenance of composite won out. I've got close to 600 sq ft of deck
plus railing and having to put any treatment on it every year or two
is a lot of work I'd rather use for something more fun.

The price is not a deal breaker. Turns out, I was going to a local
lumberyard this week to see what they have and they carry Timbertech,
as well as eight other choices.