Landscape & Urban Design - Issue 45 2020

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DECKING

SIMPLE, NO FUSS COMPOSITE DECKING Charles Taylor, Sales Director at Composite Prime, discusses why composite decking should be used in more projects, and top tips on maintenance and the options available. Composite products have become well known as a superior product when choosing the right material to install on a project. For anyone looking to make the most out of an outdoor space, composite decking is the perfect solution. Although traditional timber decking has been the preferred choice of many for years, it’s a high maintenance product which requires annual painting and staining. Composite decking is increasing in popularity as it’s a simple, no fuss alternative due to its unique formula which makes it low maintenance and more durable than traditional products.

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The plastic content gives the boards a long lifespan without the need to treat or seal the decking, while the wood content enables the product to retain its natural look and feel. This formulation also means that composites don’t need life extending treatments such as sanding or oil, and the boards won’t splinter or rot and can therefore be installed safely in a range of projects. With people spending an increasing amount of time outside, more investment than ever is being made to improve outdoor spaces from residential gardens to commercial projects. Composite decking is the ideal product to shape outdoor spaces as it is not only a durable investment, but its versatility means that it can be used to create completely bespoke designs which will look great for years to come.

The options available The HD Deck® range manufactured by Composite Prime is eco-friendly and socially responsible. Made using recycled plastic and FSC® certified oak wood flour, the products are sustainable, ethical and environmentally friendly. One million plastic bottles are bought every minute around the world, and that number will top half a trillion by 2021, however less than half of those bottles end up getting recycled. As global challenges around plastic waste and the ability to plant forests to meet future timber demands increase, composite provides a sustainable and aesthetic alternative to timber. HD Deck Dual® decking boards developed by Composite Prime have a reversible two-colour option on

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