Timbertech vs. Ipe vs. other composites
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Comments (3)Always go with TimberTech. They are the best company with the best product. I started working with Trex back in 1994 when Trex was owned by the Mobile Oil corporation. I was initially attracted to Trex because of the green aspect. Back then the green movement was just getting started and a lot of search and trail and error was taking place. Trex was using recycle content for their plastic element of their product, back then it was the only composite decking, we did a lot of experimenting with finding the right fasteners, etc. From that time through the late 90's the composite industry had a lot of trail and error and consumers had a lot of ugly composite decks, and a lot of poor installations from contractors who just don't read directions. TimberTech came on board in the mid 90's and had some failures back then also, go check out there original Natural product. The big change came in the early 2000's, TimberTech introduced color to their product. This made a huge difference and their product became the quality standard to strive for. TimberTech also used a formulation in their production that gave them quality control, something Trex didn't have, with Trex it was garbage in garbage out, and this lead to all the failures in my opinion. But Trex had the name and sold a lot of decking, which failed and created a big problem. The last time I used Trex was 2003, three years later that deck completely failed and we were lucky to get in for a claim in while Trex still had money. In 2004 I did my research and selected TimberTech as my decking of choice and have hundreds of thousand of feet installed with no issues. Go TimberTech, you be glad you did. To Trex credit their product is much better than is was, now it doesn't even swell or discolor like it used too, I just wouldn't go there, TimberTech is a superior company that stands behind their product....See MoreRedwood decking vs composite decking....
Comments (2)We are very happy with composite especially after ten years with no staining or painting or anything except power washing every spring....See MoreTrying to decide on decking material. Composites vs. newer woods?
Comments (3)Ipe, Cumaru, Tigerwood, Garapa, Massaranduba....... Any of these tropical hardwoods will do the trick in the Ontario climate no problem. I prefer the tropical hardwoods over composite aesthetically and structurally, but as far as composites go, if I had to choose one, I like Latitudes and Fiberon. feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss further....See MoreCeder vs. Ipe
Comments (6)I would choose a "live fence" using shrubs with intermittent metal or lattice panels as shown below especially if this is for screening in a small area. It adds interest and variety for flexible seating arrangements, a feeling of open space and protection from the elements. And usually, there is no height limitation on trees and shrubs but check that out. If wood is required, then I would choose cedar. It's a rapid growing resource that has proven itself in the northeast over centuries as siding, roofing and use in outdoor structures. It's easy to work with and can be supplemented with other outdoor structures...arbors, trellis', gates. I would not choose Ipe unless it comes from a managed forest program. It is a Brazilian rain forest walnut tree that grows to a maximum of 130 ft to 165 ft in height and 6 ft in diameter over 100 years with a tremendous canopy vital to maintaining the rain forest eco system and all that it provides...over 50% of the planet's oxygen supply, plants for the production of extraordinary pharmaceuticals to name just a couple. The rapid deforestation to meet cosmetic demand in the housing industry is a big concern of the Brazilian as well as other South American authorities, environmentalists and economists. Although they are cracking down on illegal exports, it is still a big problem. So, if you must purchase this grand wood for fencing look for certification from organizations like the Forest Stewardship Council, which tracks sustainable forestry. Instead of 100 years of native growth, an Ipe tree can be cultivated and harvested in 15-30 years... still a generation of time but followed by yet another tree....See MoreBritt
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