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We have developed our Tech Hub so that you can browse documentation, drawings and supportive information about our Ecodek systems which will assist you with your decking project.
Our team of decking specialists are also on hand to answer your queries as we understand that sometimes talking through project requirements is the best way to resolve queries. If you have questions in relation to your decking project we are here to help.
General Decking FAQs
Although hollow deck boards are cheaper to buy in the short term they are simply not as durable (as they have far less material in them) meaning that you might have to replace your decking sooner than expected. All ecodek boards come with a minimum of 25 year guarantee for residential installations.
As well as manufacturing, we hold good stocks of our ranges in standard lengths, that allow us to supply product within 1-2 weeks of ordering, depending on the volume required. Contact our sales team for further information.
No specialist woodworking equipment is needed, you can even saw it by hand. Generally a standard chop saw with a multipurpose Tungsten Carbide Tip would be preferred by installers.
The lowest cost option is to use treated softwood. The softwood substructure will attract damp and water with ingress over time will rot undetected. Our recommendation would be to use Ecodek's manufactured composite substructure bearers as these resist water ingress and damp in areas with low air circulation.
As with the majority of flooring products, Ecodek decking boards will lose some slip resistance when wet, but still has one of the highest ratings for “low potential for slip” requirement as set by the HSE. (Please see the technical section for information on our test results)
Despite having a high load bearing structural ability, it is not recommended to use Ecodek decking ranges in structural applications. We would recommend consulting a structural engineer to design any load bearing structures
Yes. Heritage, Signature AT and HD boards can be used for this purpose. For Peaks and Parks you will have to utilise square edge boards and face fixings to achieve the best end result.
Yes - Adek aluminium decking boards are non-combustible and hold a fire rating of A2fl-s1. For additional information visit the Adek website.
There is a dedicated website for Adek Aluminium Decking - www.adek-aluminium-decking.co.uk
Ecodek Heritage & Signature Decking FAQs
Ecodek is made from hardwood fibres in order to minimise natural UV fading. There will still be some fade visible over the first few months giving a more textured appearance and this is a standard process called weathering. Any initial colour difference between boards is due to the natural colour variance in the wood fibres and once weathered, the boards will all be a similar colour tone. The most fade resistant colours are Slate Grey, Dark Brown and Black.
Ecodek Signature and Heritage is a wood polymer composite, which means that it’s a blend of recycled wood and recycled plastic. The composition of Ecodek Signature and Heritage is approximately 55% hardwood fibres (re-claimed beech from saw mills, i.e. top quality, kiln dried material) and 45% high-density polyethylene otherwise known as recycled plastic milk bottles! Other ingredients are a high-quality colour pigmentation system, a wetting/bonding agent and a high-tech ultraviolet light inhibitor package.
Ecodek Signature and Heritage has an appearance that is very similar to wood with a ribbed or reversible grooved detail. Ecodek is an alternative to wood, and is available in a wide colour palette.
Ecodek has developed a range of screws specifically designed for installing our Heritage and Signature boards. Available in three ranges, all screws are colour coded to correspond with the colour of the board for seamless aesthetics.
Ecodek Signature and Heritage is a low maintenance product and does not require painting to protect the deck from the natural elements. Although our boards will adhere to oil based or epoxy based paints and stains we would advise against altering the natural beauty of the board.
Our standard board lengths are 3.6m, but Heritage and Signature can be specified to any length and 1.5 metre to 6 metre lengths are available for no extra charge. For custom projects our manufacturing facility can cater for up to 9 metre lengths at a small surcharge and also offer other board profiles dependent on your application. Please contact our Sales Team for custom boards.
Ecodek Signature and Heritage is very tough and robust, and therefore difficult to damage under normal circumstances. If the boards get marked or damaged by garden furniture etc, then the marks can be softened and blended back into the deck by rubbing a walnut over the marks. (Please see our Ecodek Care and Maintenance Schedule for more details.)
After your Ecodek Signature and Heritage wood composite deck has been constructed, there are likely to be some pencil marks. These can be removed with a normal pencil eraser. After installation, the simplest way to clean your beautiful new deck is to use a hosepipe and a deck cleaning solution periodically or for less stubborn stains, simply use a soft brush or sponge. Do not use a scourer, jet wash or stiff brush as this will leave marks on the deck. (See our full Ecodek Care and Maintenance Schedule for further details.)
Ecodek Peaks & Parks Decking FAQs
Our Parks & Peaks ranges are a capped Wood Polymer Composite product meaning that they are far less likely to fade when exposed to UV. In fact both Peaks has a 40 year fade, stain and performance limited residential warranty and Parks a 30 year fade, stain and performance limited residential warranty.
The 3-sided capping found in our Peaks and Parks ranges allows the multi-tonal wood effect colour and enhanced grain depth to be achieved. Additionally the make up of the capping means that the board is stain and fade resistant.
We offer samples for all our decking ranges to help you decide on the perfect match for your project.
Want to know how much decking you need for your new project? Follow our simple calculation guide.
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