Wood Decks & Porches
Colored Pressure Treated
Exotic Hardwood
Pros
Pros
Pros
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Lowest up front price
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Ability to finish in different colors
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Easy to repair
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Inexpensive to repair
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Insect repellency
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Fast growth pine is used, making less impact on the environment
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Low up front price
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Not green like standard pressure treated wood
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Easy to repair
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Inexpensive to repair
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Insect repellency
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Fast growth pine is used, making less impact on the environment
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Exotic woods can be extremely unique and beautiful. A great statement piece
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Many exotic woods are extremely hard and resist insects and environmental wear well
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Can be recycled after use
Cons
Cons
Cons
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Long term maintenance (every 2-3 years)
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Maintenance costs can exceed cost of maintenance free decks
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If maintenance is neglected, deck life is dramatically reduced
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Not recommended to be stained or sealed for 1 year
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Treated with chemicals that can be harmful if handled improperly
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Known to have issues with future staining
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Long term maintenance (every 2-3 years)
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Maintenance costs can exceed cost of maintenance free decks
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If maintenance is neglected, deck life is dramatically reduced
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Treated with chemicals that can be harmful if handled improperly
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Exotic wood harvesting can be difficult on the environment
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Usually the most expensive choice
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Difficult to work with for construction
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Long term maintenance
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If maintenance is neglected, deck life is dramatically reduced
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Heat retention can make the material hot to the touch and uncomfortable