Composite Decking Prices

Composite Decking Prices

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Upgrading your outdoor living space may seem like a daunting task when finding the best value for money is involved. It’s important to remember each project will be priced differently depending on the size of the garden, materials used, labour cost and budget, when compared to the next.

Below we break down the costs and benefits, so you don’t have to!

 

How Much is Composite Decking vs Wood?

Purchasing Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) decking is a higher upfront investment when compared to the cost of softwood timber decking solutions. However, during the lifespan of composite decking, when compared to the cost of ongoing maintenance and yearly upkeep of painting and staining, choosing a composite decking solution is a no-brainer since composite decking is not only more economical, it saves a lot more time due to the minimal maintenance required. The overall life span of composite decking can reach beyond 35 years if maintained correctly; most suppliers and manufacturers offer a 10-25 year warranty depending on which generation of composite decking and its core profile.

Below we will look at the cost of different generations, so you can easily work out the costs and which decking solution is best for your needs; these costs have been worked out on an average decking installation of 25 square metres.

 

 

As you can see from the table above, composite decking is not only more durable and ultra-low maintenance with minimal colour change in the first generation and near to none in the second generation, but it also is hugely more cost-effective throughout its life span and most importantly saves time so you can enjoy your ultra-low maintenance decking & garden.

 

Composite Decking has a higher upfront cost; however, as you can see, the time and cost of maintaining wood decking over the years can be very time-consuming and costly. Should you decide not to maintain your wood decking, it will very quickly become a hazard and aesthetically unappealing due to discolouring, cracks, rot and so on. 

After approximately 5 years, wood decking will require replacement and repairs, further increasing your costs for materials and labour.

Most property experts and discerning customers will opt for composite decking, for its long life span, low maintenance, time and money saving, and the fact it will continue to look great for many years to come. Homeowners who love outdoor alfresco living, spending less time maintaining their gardens and decking and enjoying more leisure time with their friends and families will utilise their garden much more with a beautiful and long-lasting composite decking.

 

Tips to Save On Composite Decking Upfront Costs

• Composite decking has a simple installation process that can be fitted without hiring a professional, which will in turn save you more money.
• If you do choose to hire a professional, consider getting it fitted in the off-peak season for a possible discounted rate.
• When choosing a design, our expert advice would be to choose a straight board design and stairs instead of a curved or twist design to save the cost of additional wastage.
• If a different design is what you’re after, use a mix and match on different colour boards or a picture frame using L corners or boards; this way, low wastage, style up without upping the overall cost.

 

Labour 

Labour and installation account for nearly two-thirds of total costs. Make sure you consider labour in the cost of the planning process and shop around, using recommendations where possible.

Materials

Raw materials could include a substructure, decking, railing, hardware and add-ons. These are important parts to remember to consider in the cost of installing a decking.

Size

Size and shape make a big difference in the cost of your decking project. Always check dimensions and calculations before buying the goods.

 

Composite Decking Cost by Ultra Decking

Budget and price are a key factor when choosing your decking. Ultra-Decking believes all customers should expect to receive the very best in product quality, after sales service and support without the high prices that many of Ultra Decking’s competitors are demanding.

Therefore, at Ultra Decking we offer all different types of composite decking boards suited for all budgets.