Category: Materials

North Carolina asks a lot of a deck: humidity, heat, storms, and pollen. Here is how pressure-treated wood, capped composite, and cellular PVC actually perform in our climate, and which one fits most Triangle homes.

Composite is low maintenance, not no maintenance. In North Carolina, with pollen, humidity, and mildew, your deck needs a simple routine. Here is exactly how to clean it, what to avoid, and how care keeps your warranty intact.