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Is WPC decking any good?
WPC decking manufacturers generally use toxic-free chemicals, recycled wood, and also recycled plastics. Therefore it is considered a sustainable and environmentally-friendly solution. WPC decking composite is highly durable and hard-wearing, even in a harsh climate.
What does WPC mean in decking?
WPC decking, or composite decking, is a decking material solution made from a unique combination of plastic and wood. WPC stands for Wood Plastic Composite and this composite is made up of 45% timber fibres and 55% HDPE and additives.
Can WPC be used outdoors?
WPC decking is an ideal outdoor flooring solution because of its longer lifespan compared to a traditional timber deck. Due to the additional strength of the thermal plastic components, WPC decking is highly resistant to rot and decay and heat and wet weather conditions.
What is WPC decking made of?
Wood-plastic composites (WPCs) are a man-made timber which include the use of wood fibre/wood flour and plastic…these includes PE (Polyethylene), PP (Polypropylene) or PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) plastics. Chemicals and pigments are added and then extruded into planks.
Is WPC waterproof?
The big advantage for WPC over laminate is that it is waterproof and suitable for environments in which laminate shouldn’t normally be used—typically bathrooms and basements that have potential moisture infiltration.
Why is my composite decking cracking?
It can crack if the deck suffers stress due to a settling foundation or a poor design. It may also crack due to simple wear and tear or faulty pieces. Manufacturers have developed a product specifically designed to patch cracks in composite decking.
Is WPC toxic?
Abstract. Wood-plastic composite (WPC) is a very promising and sustainable green material to achieve durability without using toxic chemicals. The term WPCs refers to any composites that contain plant fiber and thermosets or thermoplastics.
Is WPC Board expensive?
The WPC Boards are a Little bit expensive as compared to other types of boards. The resistance of the Wood plastic composite boards is low to extreme temperature. WPC board lacks in the natural texture of wood due to which it does not give a natural wood feeling.
Which is cheaper WPC or PVC?
WPC has more versatility in terms of density as compared to PVC. PVC is a costlier option as compared to WPC.
Which company is best for WPC board?
ALSTONE’s WPC quality is the best. other companies are also manufacturing WPC but customer’s interest is in Alstone’s WPC only. customer’s want ALSTONE quality only. The customers are completely satisfied with their purchase.