We have been building decks around Great Falls for a good while now. Trex decking comes up in conversation a lot with our customers. It is a popular choice for deck construction, and for good reason. Folks always have many questions before they commit to Trex decking. That is smart. You are making a big investment in your home in Great Falls. You deserve honest answers about Trex Decking, not some marketing spiel. We want to give you the facts. Here are the most common questions we get about Trex decks, and what we tell our customers at Paramount Deck Solutions.
Does Trex Decking Fade Over Time?
This is probably the number one question we hear about Trex Decking. It is a fair question to ask. No outdoor material is 100% fade-proof. This is especially true here in South Carolina with our intense summer sun. Trex has come a long way with its products. Their newer product lines, especially the capped composite boards, are made to resist fading a lot. You might see some minimal fading in the first few months. This usually happens within the first 12-16 weeks. The material weathers in during this time. After that, the color stabilizes. It is not like the old days where you would have a noticeably different color after a year. Trex even offers a 25-year warranty against significant fading on many of its products. If you are concerned about fading, choosing lighter colors can help. Darker shades tend to absorb more heat as well as show any subtle changes more readily.
How Hot Does Trex Decking Get in the Sun?
This is another big question, especially with our Great Falls summers. Yes, Trex decks can get hot in direct sunlight. Most outdoor surfaces get hot in the sun. Darker colors will definitely get hotter than lighter ones. This is just how physics works. However, Trex has developed some newer lines with