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<\/p>\nWhen it comes to building decking, lots of people assume that they need to use wood. But uPVC is also a great material for decking and is definitely worth considering.<\/p>\n
If you\u2019re thinking about using uPVC, or are unsure what decking material to use full stop, use our pros and cons list to help you decide.<\/p>\n
A big benefit to uPVC decking is that it\u2019s customisable. You can get the material in lots of different colours, which is really handy if you want to coordinate it with your home or garden. Lots of people go for uPVC decking with a wood effect finish \u2013 a great way to get an attractive wood look without having to use the material.<\/p>\n
uPVC is also a really popular decking material because it\u2019s durable. It won\u2019t rot, crack or splinter like wood is prone to. It also won\u2019t stain or need any protective treatment. The most you\u2019ll need to do to keep your uPVC decking looking good is to give it a wash every now and then.<\/p>\n
Another bonus to uPVC is that most high-quality types are recyclable. This is great if you want to reduce your damage to the environment. Of course, uPVC is far from harmless \u2013 plastic manufacturing processes burn fossil fuels and add to carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere. But using recyclable uPVC will help to reduce the amount of uPVC that\u2019s being manufactured and lower waste levels. <\/p>\n
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Lots of people also choose to use uPVC for their decking because it\u2019s affordable. It\u2019s generally cheaper than other decking materials, like wood and composite. So it\u2019s well worth considering if you\u2019ve got a tight budget.<\/p>\n
A downside to uPVC \u2013 whether it\u2019s used on windows, guttering or decking \u2013 is that many people think that it looks cheap. Even though there are many uPVC decks out there with a convincing wood effect, lots of people choose wood over uPVC over its appearance.<\/p>\n
Whilst uPVC is generally pretty durable, exposure to UV light will eventually cause it to deteriorate. Under prolonged sunlight, uPVC can fade and become brittle, which makes it more susceptible to damage. As decking is often in sunlit areas, this damage is pretty hard to avoid.<\/p>\n
Another disadvantage to uPVC is that it\u2019s difficult to repair. If some of your decking does get damaged, you\u2019ll probably have to replace the whole section. This can be expensive and tricky if your decking is a custom colour.<\/p>\n
So uPVC decking has a range of pros and cons. If you\u2019re still undecided on which material to use, take a look at our articles on wooden<\/a> and composite<\/a> decking. Or if you need some professional help, click \u2018Start my project\u2019<\/a> and complete our online form. We\u2019ll get you free, no-obligation quotes from up to 4 professionals.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" uPVC is a great decking material and is very popular amongst homeowners.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":1409,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":[],"tags":[],"tax_works":[13],"class_list":["post-1408","project_page_element","type-project_page_element","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","tax_works-gardening-landscaping"],"acf":{"price_time":[{"acf_fc_layout":"price","price_title_label":"Price","price_detail_label":"Approx. \u00a320 - \u00a340 per square metre","price_sub_detail_label":"For uPVC decking boards"},{"acf_fc_layout":"time_limit","time_title_label":"Installation time","time_detail_label":"Approx. 1 - 3 days","time_sub_detail_label":"Depending on decking size"}],"benefits_inconvenients":[{"benefits":"\n
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