Nashville Fence And Deck Co. 615-423-8837 Nashville, TN
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Decks
Custom wood or composite decks add valuable outdoor living space to your home. Our decks are constructed of either treated wood or composite material. All deck framing is wood and, at least, with 2x10's and 6x6 posts. Each material has advantages and disadvantages. Here are some thing to consider. Wood:
Will eventually rot if proper care is not received
Has knots splinters and can warp
Is stronger and resists scratches better than composite material
Has a natural appearance
Is about 1/2 the cost of composite material
Needs to be water sealed every few years
Composite Material
Does not rot
Does not warp and has a uniform texture
Scratches easily
Is around twice the cost of wood
Has tendency to grow mold or algae
Is virtually maintenance free
Is available in many colors and styles
An easy way to consider your deck dimensions is to consider different lumber sizes and measure the area of the desired deck. Lumber is sold in 8'-10'-12'-14'-16' increments. Longer sizes are available, but can get expensive Try to match your idea with this in mind so that the least amount of wood is wasted to minimize costs.