Decking - worth splashing out?
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PRO5 years agoHello Helen. As you are looking to sell your property, then going for the most cost-effective decking makes the best sense. That being said, if on your next project you are looking for something with longevity, then I'd say it's definitely worth considering the range of composite decking products out there. They have great benefits over wood: slip- and algae-resistant to name but two. Here's one we made earlier!
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Comments (16)Hi Emmeline, We completely agree with Aye Gardening. Softwood requires maintenance, and if you do not have the time to keep it good looking, we recommend you go for composite decking, such as Millboard. We have also seen some amazing transformation with Millboard Composite Decking, as it requires very little maintenance, it has good slip-resistance, it doesn't age, and can be used in damp areas as well - such as pool surrounds. Have a look at more photos here: https://www.houzz.co.uk/ideabooks/81725744/thumbs/how-composite-decking-can-transform-your-outdoor-space Kind regards, London Stone...See Morehelp with splash back
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