Introduction to Timber Decking

As a timber veteran, it has always brought me genuine joy when a young person comes to me to learn about timber, one of the finest products of mother nature. Today, an eighteen-year-old boy named Gary knocked on my door and insisted that I teach him everything I know about timber, because he wants to start a new entrepreneurial journey in the industry. "So why this industry?" I asked. "Simple," he answered, "Almost every building in the country would need blocks of wood."

I thought his encouraging enthusiasm deserved some reward, so I decided to entertain his questions. And I have decided that I would share all his questions with my answers here too, so that every person who has interest in the timber industry would be able to benefit from this. After all, sharing is caring, isn't it?

1. Why do we even need timber decking?
Timber is popular because of it's natural feel, texture and look. Timber decking can also be used to make patios and extend the living areas of houses. Some people even do gardening on timber decking.

2. What are the different types of timber decking?
There are mainly two different types of timber decking: the solid wood decking and the composite decking. The difference is simple; solid wood decking means that the decking would use natural woods while composite decking refers to a decking that uses polymer mixed with wood flour, also known as wood-plastic composite (WPC).

Solid Timber Decking

Composite Timber Decking

3. How do I decide which timber decking to use?
If you are considering having a timber decking, then you are probably a wood lover, and therefore I would recommend you to go for the solid decking. Not only that solid decking looks more natural, it looks more classy as well, particularly when you use teak, which is probably the most favorite timber in the decking industry.

Composite decking requires much less maintenance relative to solid decking. The monetary attractiveness of composite decking is certainly a good news to those with more limited budget.
Another aspect to consider before deciding which decking to use would be the difference in gaps between the blocks of timber. Solid decking would have more gaps as it is made of solid real woods; woods would contract and expand in time, responding to all the different weathers. This is one reason why solid decking requires maintenance while PWC decking does not.

4. Who is the big player in the industry?
Calvary Carpentry. They have always produced quality services. Whether it's decking, flooring, trellis, or whatever, they never disappoint their clients. And they have done it for years.

Young Gary asked more and more questions, but I will save that for the next blog, okay? Learning is a step-by-step process, and I don't want to overload you with information at one go. Stay in tune!

Care,

Timber Guru