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Natural wood is undeniably beautiful and has

been used to create so many stunning pieces –
both functional and decorative – for centuries.
Natural wood inspired the creation of equally
tasteful pieces, using different materials.
The benefits of composite wood are very real,
making this the way of the future in terms of
decking, pergolas and cladding.

What is Composite Wood? because it has been engineered and manufactured to be resistant
Composite wood is made up of recycled materials that combine to all of these threats. So, washing it with soapy water keeps it
to create a product that resembles natural wood, but offers looking as good as new. This saves time and money, especially when
many more benefits. At Best Deck, our composite wood is composite wood is used in high-traffic areas.
created using bamboo, timber, and high-density polyethylene
plastic in equal quantities; all of which are recycled. Then, the Safety
remaining 10% of the product consists of the essential bonding Businesses need to ensure that they offer safe environments for their
agents and ultraviolet stabilisers to ensure that our composite employees and clients. Composite wood products are non-slip, even
wood is durable and hardy. when they are wet. The absence of splinters and cracks is also an
important safety feature – whether for a large-scale corporate office
The Benefits of Composite Wood vs. Natural Wood block or for your home; where children, pets and the elderly need to
Best Deck’s composite wood products are of the highest be protected against falls and injury.
standard and offer a number of valuable advantages.
Installation
Our Composite Wood is Eco-Friendly At Best Deck, we use our own products to offer a turnkey supply-and-
Because the product is created using recycled materials, no install option where we take responsibility from beginning to end.
trees or forests are destroyed in their production. In contrast, Best Deck is responsible for the lengthy guarantees, as well as the all-
the demand for natural wood has had devastating effects on important after-sales service. The client depends on a company that
the world’s forests and wildlife. is a supplier of composite wood products to the industry throughout
sub- Saharan Africa and not a contractor or installation company.
Durability Composite products, specifically decking, are far easier and quicker
Best Deck’s combination of wood, bamboo and plastic ensures to install than timber products, and are particularly easy to work with.
that it is strong and long-lasting. These products do not warp,
splinter or crack; even in harsh climates or under tougher Aesthetics
conditions. Natural wood is susceptible to being damaged by While natural wood really can be very beautiful, issues with
heat, water and insects like termites. But composite wood is uniformity arise. A large decked area made with natural wood may
resistant to all of these threats. This means that it lasts much have mottled colours, knots, and other inconsistencies. In contrast,
longer and is significantly more durable, with far less upkeep. It composite wood is available in a range of standard colours (which
holds and adds value always; unlike timber, which deteriorates don’t fade as natural wood does) and sizes. So, you can be confident
and, ultimately, depreciates the value of the space (where it of the quality of the final product, as well as of its consistent look
was intended to add value). and feel.

Maintenance Cost
Natural wood requires frequent sanding, varnishing, cleaning Best Deck’s composite wood products are very competitively priced.
and general maintenance to attempt to prevent it from warping, In addition, they are guaranteed for between 15 and 25 years
fading, becoming water-logged, cracking and splintering. (depending on the specific product), which means that they are even
Composite wood doesn’t require this level of maintenance better value for money in the long term.

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