How long does a composite deck last?
Thursday, August 17, 2023Whether you’re a professional contractor or a skilled installer, learning about composite decking can be useful for your next outdoor project. An innovative combination of wood fibers and recycled plastics makes laminate floors more durable than natural or treated wood floors. But how long do composite floors actually last? It may last longer than you think.
How Long Do Laminate Floors Last?
Laminate floors take some of the features of wood floors and make them even better. Composite decks can last 20 years, sometimes longer, when properly installed and maintained according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. In comparison, a pressure-treated deck lasts an average of 9 years. American hardwood floors can last up to 15 years, but require frequent maintenance that can become more expensive to maintain over time.
A more worry-free floor
Just because a deck is installed doesn’t mean it’s ready for enjoyment, it needs regular maintenance. Wooden floors need to be deep scrubbed every two years and sealed every two to three years. Without this regular and expensive maintenance, they warp or crack over time. Cracked wooden decks require sanding and repairs to restore smoothness.
Composite decks don’t need to be sanded or stained to keep their new look, and you can buy COOWIN® composite decking in a variety of colors and finishes to match your preferences. A simple scrub with soap and water keeps composite floors clean, making maintenance of composite decks virtually effortless.
How to choose the floor to install
Pressure-treated wood floors are the least expensive and have the shortest average lifespan. Often, maintenance requires professional polishing and staining, which can cost more money. If the cost of long-term maintenance is added, the cost will be higher than that of wood-plastic composite flooring.
Laminate floors can be more expensive to purchase, but there are next to no maintenance costs after that and can last up to 20 years or more. Therefore, when the budget is sufficient, you can choose composite decorative flooring.