What products does Trex make?

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1. What products does Trex make?
2. What is Trex decking?
3. Is Trex a wood product?
4. Is a Trex deck worth it?
5. Which Trex product is best?
6. Why is Trex in short supply?
7. Can you install Trex over existing deck?
8. What weighs more Trex or wood?
9. What are the pros and cons of Trex decking?
10. Is Trex hot in the sun?
11. What are the problems with composite decking?
12. What is the least expensive Trex decking?
13. Why is there a lumber shortage?
14. What is the cheapest composite decking?
15. Can I install Trex myself?
16. Can you power wash a Trex deck?
17. Is Trex decking heavy?
18. How much weight can you put on a Trex deck?
19. What are the disadvantages of Trex decking?
20. What are the drawbacks of composite decking?

What products does Trex make?

• Trex® Cladding. ™
• Trex® Outdoor Lighting. Lighting.
• Furniture & Outdoor Kitchens. Trex® Outdoor Furniture™ Trex® Outdoor Kitchens™
• Trex® Fencing & Latticeworks™ Trex® Fencing. Latticeworks™

What is Trex decking?

Composite decking—like Trex—is a blend of plastic film and wood fibers. The plastic film that goes into composite decking can include polypropylene or polyethylene. These plastics work well with wood fibers to create a strong, resilient material that is more stable than 100% plastic decking.

Is Trex a wood product?

Trex. Trex composite decking is made from reclaimed plastic and wood materials. Most of these raw materials come from recovered plastic grocery bags, plastic film, and waste wood fiber. Trex buys approximately 300 million pounds of used polyethylene and an equal amount of hardwood sawdust each year.

Is a Trex deck worth it?

Trex is absolutely worth the money! It definitely has a positive impact on the home's value compared to a traditional wood deck.

Which Trex product is best?

Trex Transcend The Trex Enhance Naturals and Trex Select lines are considered better value levels. Trex Transcend is billed as the best Trex deck line available.

Why is Trex in short supply?

Lauer says Trex's raw material costs have gone up though, caused in part by increases in the cost of various types of recycled plastics they use. ... It only contributed to an already difficult supply problem that began with an increase in demand for various plastics during the pandemic.

Can you install Trex over existing deck?

If the boards on your existing deck are looking a bit worn - and the foundation and deck framing system are sound - you can simply replace the walking surfaces and deck railings with Trex decking and railing. It's an ideal way to save time and money, while enjoying all of Trex's benefits over wood.

What weighs more Trex or wood?

Softwood Comparison Trex weighs approximately twice as much per cubic foot as common softwoods like treated southern pine, cedar and redwood.

What are the pros and cons of Trex decking?

Trex Decking Pros

• Less Time, Money and Effort on Maintenance. ...
• Trex Decks are Environmentally-Friendly. ...
• Industry-Leading 25-Year Warranty and Superior Durability over Other Decking Materials. ...
• Trex Decks Are Safe. ...
• Not As Hot As All-Plastic or Pressure-Treated Decks. ...
• Big Selection of Colors and Materials.

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Is Trex hot in the sun?

Does Trex decking get hot on a sunny day? Top. Like many other outdoor surfaces, such as concrete, asphalt, beach sand, wood decking, other brands of composite decking, etc., Trex decking can get hot due to weather and sun exposure.

What are the problems with composite decking?

Composite Decking Problems

• Moisture-resistance doesn't stop mold. Composite decking is often sold as a close to a waterproof material as you can get. ...
• Warping and weakening isn't uncommon. ...
• Staining and color fading leads to frustration. ...
• Easily scratched surface can't be fixed. ...
• Composite's characteristics limit usability.

What is the least expensive Trex decking?

Trex Select pricing ranges from $7 to $9 per square foot. This series gives you more color choices than Enhance Basics, but it's less expensive than Transcend. Select features slightly thinner boards at 0.82 inches. This design makes a seamless installation quicker and easier.

Why is there a lumber shortage?

What is causing the lumber shortage and price surge? The lack of lumber available in stores is less to do with a shortage of trees or, even lumber production. ... The industry, impacted by the pandemic, had to adjust their operations, which at first slowed production, resulting in less supply.

What is the cheapest composite decking?

Most Economical Costing Composite Decking

Most Economical Decking Line	Lineal Price
Enhance Basics [Trex]	$1.83
TRIUMPHTM [UltraDeck]	$1.85 – 2.25
RUSTICTM [UltraDeck]	$2.00 – 2.60
Tropics/Distress [Deckorators]	$2.25

Can I install Trex myself?

Trex® engineered composite decking to be as simple to install as it is to care for. And to make it even easier, we've compiled all the resources you need to build a DIY deck.

Can you power wash a Trex deck?

Trex high-performance decking (Trex Transcend, Trex Enhance and Trex Select) can be power washed. Use only a fan tip and up to a 3100 psi power washer to remove dirt and debris.

Is Trex decking heavy?

The decking board of Trex weighs around 27-28 pounds. The weight of Trex can vary based on the density of the board. For comparison, wood decking is not as heavy as composite decking. Deck boards that are treated, like yellow pine 5/4 by 6 weighs about 25lbs (or 11.3 kg) per cubic foot.

How much weight can you put on a Trex deck?

Best Uses for Trex Decking However, Trex can be made into benches, planters, yard games, outdoor furniture, shelves, and more based on your imagination. Just keep in mind that its design carries a body-weight load across the span of 12 to 16 inches, and a typical deck is designed to support 40 pounds per square foot.

What are the disadvantages of Trex decking?

Trex Decking Problems – Disadvantages of Composite Decking

• Mold and Mildew on Composite Decking.
• Removing Snow or Ice from Composite Decking.
• Color Fading on Composite Decking.
• Trex Decking is Flaking.
• Dealing with Static Electricity.
• Chalk Line Residue.
• Tannins on Trex Decking.
• Damaged Decking.

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What are the drawbacks of composite decking?

Cons of Composite Decking

• A pricey alternative to wood. Durability comes at a cost, as composite decking is more expensive than wood. ...
• Composites aren't natural. ...
• Composite decks aren't completely maintenance free. ...
• You'll need to comparison shop.