Who makes choicedek and Moistureshield?
MoistureShield is sold through individual distributors throughout the country. Both ChoiceDek and MoistureShield are made by Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies(AERT), based out of Arkansas. Save Read about AERT’s interesting history. How “Low Maintenance” Is Composite Decking?
Why choose choicedek decking?
ChoiceDek is 95% recycled-content, helping save the planet while saving you money. ChoiceDek is made to last, our decks are backed by a 25-year warranty. ChoiceDek boards are available in 8, 12, 16, and 20 foot lengths and grooved or non-grooved profiles to accommodate hidden fastener or traditional screws.
What is Aert doing about choicedek?
AERT has also agreed to replace decking in some instances, reimburse customers for decking and/or issue Lowe’s gift cards as compensation. In October 2008 AERT issued a national notice to consumers in USA Today as well as through direct mail to more than 387,000 individuals believed to have purchased ChoiceDek from 2004 to 2008.
Does Lowe’s sell choice Dek?
These customers bought ChoiceDek at Lowe’s stores, where it is sold through an exclusive agreement, before AERT, who makes the product, began adding zinc borate, a mold inhibitor, in October 2006, according to AERT. The settlement was approved on Jan. 9 in U.S. District Court in Seattle.
Who makes ChoiceDek?
Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies (AERT)One composite product, ChoiceDek, reportedly has faced such mold- and mildew-growth problems that a class-action claim targeted Advanced Environmental Recycling Technologies (AERT) and Weyerhaeuser, respectively the manufacturer and distributor of ChoiceDek, which is sold only at Lowe's.
Can ChoiceDek be stained?
The manufacturer does not recommend painting or staining ChoiceDek decking and railing. As with any outdoor surface, periodic cleaning is required.
Who makes veranda decking?
FiberonVeranda products manufactured by Fiberon Veranda composite decking by Fiberon offers the beauty of wood without the splinters, twisting, checking, rotting and potential damage from termites. Made to last, Veranda composite decking never needs to be stained or painted.
How do you clean Choicedek composite decking?
Simply perform periodic cleaning with soap, hot water and a soft bristle brush. The best time to clean is after installation and semi-annually (spring and fall) to remove any debris.
Can I use spray and forget on Trex?
“We used Wet and Forget on Trex composite decking, which had very heavy mildew stains. Nothing would touch it. Applied Wet & Forget twice a year, the staining is all but totally gone. It's a miracle.
How does veranda compare to Trex?
Both Veranda and Trex decks are known for their durability and strength. However, Veranda decks are slightly stronger, with a tensile strength of 262 pounds per square inch, compared to Trex' strength of 250 pounds per square inch.
What are the problems with composite decking?
Composite decking has a high rate of expansion and contraction due to temperature swings. It actually moves greater distances and more unexpectedly than traditional wood. When the boards expand and contract, they may split, delaminate, and peel. The movement can cause your decking to shrink, warp, twist, and bend.
What is the difference between Trex and Veranda decking?
Veranda decking is more weather-resistant through and through. Without its composite coating (or if that coating becomes compromised), Trex decking is susceptible to moisture intrusion and mold.
Is veranda and fiberon the same?
Fiberon® is the proud manufacturer of the Veranda brand of Composite Decking. Our Veranda branded products are sold exclusively through Home Depot stores in the United States.
Does Veranda decking fade?
Veranda Capped Composite Decking Veranda Composite Decking offers more homeowners the benefits of capped composite decking at a price closer to wood. Veranda Composite Decking is capped on three sides and backed by a 25-year stain, fade and performance limited warranty.
What decking is better than Trex?
In fact, performance today is drastically better across all three of the top composite decking brands, TimberTech vs. Trex vs. AZEK (now known as TimberTech AZEK), to the point where you really can't make a bad choice for your deck.
Does Veranda decking get hot?
Does Veranda Decking retain heat in the summer? Composite decking will retain heat when exposed to direct or reflective sunlight. Exercise caution if walking barefoot as footwear may be required.
What About Fading From The Sun Over Time?
I asked the rep from AERT if the bleach used in the cleaning process caused the decking to fade at all?
Comparing Composite Deck Manufacturers
Finally, when I asked him how ChoiceDek compared to other composite decking materials — say TimberTech, for example (because that’s the next easiest one for me to research and get samples from locally), he said:
An Installation Tip For Composite Decking
Follow the installation directions to a tee because there is a big difference in composite deck planks vs pressure-treated wood planks that many DIY’ers (and contractors) are more familiar with.
How Much Does ChoiceDek Cost?
The AERT rep said the individual stores set their own prices, so pricing for ChoiceDek varies from store to store, as well as from region to region.
