What's The Difference Between Grooved Edge Trex Boards And Square Edge Trex Boards?

Grooved edge boards feature a long ridge or groove cut into the long edges of the deck board. Grooved edge boards are designed for use with hidden deck fasteners. Traditional square edge boards are for use with other fasteners or in places where the edge of the deck board will be visible, like the outsides of your deck, stair treads, or drink rails.

Can You Rip A Trex Deck Board To A Smaller Width?

You can rip a Trex board down to a smaller width, although you shouldn't rip it down to reduce thickness. If you rip a Trex board to narrow it, be sure it can still be installed according to the manufacturer instructions to maintain your warranty.

Can I Curve Trex Composite Boards?

You can create unique deck patterns by curving or bending composite deck boards. First, you'll heat the deck boards, then bend them to the angle you need. If you're interested in curving deck boards, we'd recommend giving our team a call at 1-888-824-5316 to help you draw up the perfect plan for your dream deck.

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Looking for the best decking option for your outdoor space? Trex decking is a fantastic choice for homeowners, DIY enthusiasts, contractors, and designers alike. Trex composite decking offers the perfect blend of durability, looks, and ease of maintenance, making it a popular option for many.

Why Choose Trex Decking?

You can't beat the industry leader. Trex builds its decking to last. Manufactured from 95% recycled materials, including reclaimed wood and plastic, Trex decking boards are eco-friendly and incredibly tough. Unlike traditional wood, Trex composite decking resists fading, staining, scratching, and mold, ensuring your deck looks great for years with minimal upkeep. Plus, Trex designs these boards for easy installation, making them an excellent choice for DIY projects or professional installations.

Why Choose DecksDirect?

DecksDirect is the go-to choice for anyone seeking Trex decking for sale. We have 21 color and finish options in stock and ready to go. Our amazing inventory of Trex products includes decking boards and the accessories you need to complete your project. Our selection ensures you'll find exactly what you need to create the outdoor space of your dreams. And we're always here to assist with any questions you might have. Buy Trex decking now from the experts.

All the Benefits of Trex Decking

As the pioneer in composite decking, Trex offers advantages you can't get elsewhere. Here are the benefits of Trex decking:

Durability: Trex decking boards resist fading, scratching, and staining.
Eco-Friendly: Made from 95% recycled materials, including reclaimed wood and plastic.
Variety: Available in various colors and finishes to match any style.
Low Maintenance: Minimal upkeep compared to traditional wood decking.
Easy Installation: Designed for easy DIY or professional installation.

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DecksDirect offers so much more than just Trex decking boards. We have all the accessories you need to complete your project. See how our Trex RainEscape deck drainage system and compatible lighting are the perfect finishing touch for your deck.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trex Decking

You have questions about Trex decking; we have answers. Read our comprehensive FAQs and be sure to contact us if you need more information.

General Trex Decking FAQs

Why Should I Choose Trex Decking?

Trex is probably the best-known composite decking brand in the world. With more than 30 years as a leader in deck material, the word Trex has nearly become synonymous with "composite decking."

Choosing Trex low-maintenance composite decking will change how you live outdoors. Instead of spending hours staining and maintaining a wood deck, you can use that time to enjoy a gorgeous, natural outdoor space with those you love, making memories, relaxing, and enjoying all your deck has to offer.

What Are Trex Deck Boards Made Of?

Trex composite deck boards are made from a mix of recycled plastic and real, reclaimed wood fibers. That gives Trex the look and feel of natural wood — but Trex is far more durable than pressure-treated wood and requires significantly less regular maintenance than a traditional wood deck. The composite material is encased in a tough outer shell on the top and sides, which helps protect the boards from moisture and scratches. You can learn more about the pros and cons of composite decking and wood here. You can see the interior composite material and the tough synthetic shell below:

How Long Does Trex Decking Last?

Trex's composite deck boards are designed to be ultra-durable and long-lasting, withstanding the elements of your outdoor space. Under normal conditions, a Trex board should last decades. The company offers a 25-year fade and stain warranty.

Will Furniture Scratch My Trex Deck Boards?

Trex caps its deck boards with a strong, weather-resistant shell that gives all Trex boards scratch-resistance. If you're especially concerned about avoiding scratches and scuffs, check out Trex's Transcend line, which features the brand's highest scratch-resistance.

Does Trex Come With A Warranty?

Yes! All of Trex's deck boards carry a 25-year limited residential fade and stain warranty.

Does Trex Get Hot On Sunny Days?

Just like wood or other materials, Trex composite decking can absorb heat when exposed to direct sunlight, making it hard to walk barefoot on a hot day. If your deck is exposed to direct sunlight, we recommend choosing a lighter color—light grays and light browns tend to absorb less heat from the sun.

Is Trex Decking Environmentally Friendly?

Trex is made from 95% recycled and reclaimed materials, making it an extremely eco-friendly alternative to wood. Trex has won multiple awards for sustainability and environmental responsibility and has been an environmental leader among composite decking brands for more than 30 years.

Choosing Your Trex Decking

What's The Difference Between Trex Enhance, Trex Select, Trex Transcend, Trex Transcend Lineage, and Trex Signature?

Trex offers a number of different composite decking lines with different features.

Trex Enhance is the most cost-effective option. The boards feature scalloped bottoms to use less composite material, keeping costs low and making for lighter-weight boards that are easier to transport. The Enhance line features a textured wood streaking on the surface with four color options.

Trex Select boards have a unique textured wood grain look, rather than the streaking and ridges of Enhance and Transcend. Trex Select comes in five color options, including some bold reddish and bluish tones. Select boards are slightly thinner (7/8-inch) to reduce weight.

Trex Transcend is the brand's "best"quality decking line, featuring the most color options (8) and Trex's highest level of scratch-resistance. Transcend comes in a wide range of colors including exotic, tropical wood looks, and features textured streaking on the board surfaces.

Installing Trex Decking

How Do I Attach Trex Decking to My Deck Frame?

You can fasten your Trex boards to your deck frame using either deck screws or hidden fasteners. Deck screws drive through your deck board and attach to your frame. Hidden fasteners sit between boards and slide into grooves in your decking to fasten boards down.

Depending on which line of Trex you're using, Trex recommends different fasteners — you can see the full list of fasteners in the installation guide here.

How Do I Hide the Screws While Installing Trex Decking?

There are two main ways of hiding screws after installing your Trex composite boards.

Trex offers the Hideaway Universal Hidden Fastener System, which fastens boards down by sliding into grooves in the side of the boards. (Make sure to buy grooved-edge boards for this method). You could also use a plug system, made to exactly match the color and finish of your Trex boards.

Trex Decking Maintenance

Do I Have to Stain Trex Composite Decking?

No. Unlike wood decks, composite material never requires staining or sealing. Trex delivers the best in low-maintenance decking.

How Do I Clean Trex Decking?

Low-maintenance Trex decking is extremely easy to clean. All it takes is three simple steps:

Sweep off your deck surface to clear debris like leaves or pine needles.
Brush your deck with warm, soapy water and a soft bristle brush
Rinse your deck surface with fresh, clean water.

That's it! There's no heavy cleaning required.

You can watch this video for more details on how to clean your deck.

Can I Use a Pressure Washer to Clean Trex Decking?

You can pressure-wash current-generation Trex deck boards, but take care to use a low-pressure setting. Trex recommends a pressure washer set to less than 3,100 psi with a fan-tipped nozzle. First, spray your deck with soapy water and gently scrub with a soft bristle brush. Then, rinse off your boards thoroughly, keeping your nozzle at least 8 inches away from the deck surface.

If you have an early-generation Trex deck board, avoid using power washers to keep from damaging your deck and voiding your warranty.