{"id":815519,"date":"2026-05-26T15:22:02","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T15:22:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/?p=815519"},"modified":"2026-05-26T15:22:02","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T15:22:02","slug":"why-a-deck-builder-in-greater-toronto-area-is-choosing-composite-and-pvc-over-wood-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/why-a-deck-builder-in-greater-toronto-area-is-choosing-composite-and-pvc-over-wood-in-2026_815519.html","title":{"rendered":"Why a Deck Builder in Greater Toronto Area Is Choosing Composite and PVC Over Wood in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A wide-angle photograph of a contemporary composite deck with light-grey capped boards and clean-line black railing, photographed in late-afternoon golden-hour light against a lush Greater Toronto Area backyard in summer.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
For a composite and PVC deck-builder in the Greater Toronto Area\u201a the numbers tell the tale for these alternative materials\u2024 46% of deck builders now recommend composite or PVC over wood (source: LBM Journal March 2026)\u2024 Decksforlife explains this is because GTA homeowners have been spending $2530 for stain and $550-$1300 to seal\/spend every two or three years for 10 years plus\u201a depending on the wood\u201a the season\u201a and the level of use\u2024<\/div>\n

According to a recent industry report‚ 46% of professional builders in North America recommend composite or PVC decking materials among residential decks as of the March 2026 LBM Journal issue\u2024 Decksforlife‚ who builds decks in a Greater Toronto Area with hands-on experience in backyards across Ontario‚ is in that 46%\u2024 The company wants homeowners to understand exactly why that’s happening and what that means for their investment over the long term.<\/p>\n

The True Annual Cost of Owning a Wood Deck in Toronto<\/strong><\/p>\n

The initial cost of purchasing and laying wood is attractive‚ but the active costs are often not considered during the planning stage of the build\u2024According to 2026 estimates based in Ontario‚ Canada‚ homeowners in the Greater Toronto Area may pay from $1‚423 to $2‚568 to stain one deck\u2024 To prepare and stain an average maintained wood deck in Ontario‚ the cost is $1\u202475 to $4\u202450 per square foot\u2024 Very weathered boards that require stripping and sanding may push the cost toward the higher end\u2024Deck sealing is a process that protects the wood from Ontario’s freeze-thaw cycle and summer humidity\u2024 This treatment costs between $550 and $1‚300 per project‚ and should be done every two to three years\u2024 If staining and sealing are performed in a single project‚ the average cost is between $800 and $1‚700‚ not including any railings or stairs\u2024In the Toronto area‚ over 10 years the owner of a wood deck is often required to spend $4000 to $8000 or more on maintenance before spending money to repair split‚ warped or rotten boards\u2024 This money is maintenance money‚ not upgrade money\u2024 It is used to preserve the deck\u2024Conversely‚ composite and PVC decking requires only an occasional soap-and-water cleaning‚ with no need to sand\u2024 No sealing\u2024 No staining schedule to maintain\u2024 This savings is what you earn for each year\u2024<\/p>\n

Why Composite and PVC Materials Hold Their Own<\/strong><\/p>\n

The performance of composite and PVC decking has changed considerably in the past decade\u2024 Most capped composite boards are now capped on three or four sides with a polymer shell which resists moisture‚ mold‚ mildew‚ fading and surface cracking\u2024 The four-sided cap offered by TimberTech and Fiberon creates the most complete protection since water can’t enter the board from any side\u2024Composite decks are expected to last between 25 and 30 years compared to 10 years with pressure treated lumber\u2024 PVC decks last longer than composites\u2024 Because the PVC board is plastic and has no organic content‚ it cannot rot and is widely resistant to insects\u2024 TimberTech’s Advanced PVC products are rated at 50 years or longer‚ making them among the most durable products for Canadian homeowners available\u2024Slip resistance is another practical consideration\u2024 Composite and PVC boards are manufactured with textures that provide traction when wet‚ which is important in a climate with rain‚ morning frost and pool splashes during the different seasons\u2024Most composite boards contain recycled wood fiber and recycled plastic\u2024 Some PVC products have 50% or more recycled plastic product content\u2024 For homeowners looking to make a better environmental choice when building backyard structures‚ these materials also have the advantage of not needing to be cut from virgin timber and treated with sealants each year\u2024<\/p>\n

Clearing Up the Summer Heat Conversation<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is a question we receive every summer: Does composite decking get too hot to use? The answer is a little more complicated than that\u2024Any exposed surface will pick up heat: wood‚ concrete‚ stone pavers‚ composite board\u2024 On a hot July day‚ the most important factor is the choice of color‚ and its availability‚ rather than the category of material that is used in construction\u2024In side-by-side tests conducted by Trex‚ its capped boards have been shown to be up to 35 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than older composite boards‚ depending on the color and exposure conditions\u2024 Light grey and light brown composite and PVC boards are considerably cooler in the sun than dark brown or dark gray\u2024 The same is true for wood‚ where dark-stained cedar plank will absorb more heat than a light-stained plank side by side\u2024Color plays the most meaningful role\u2024 For homeowners who walk on their decks barefoot in hot weather‚ light-colored wood‚ composite‚ or PVC boards are recommended‚ since they tend to be cooler to the touch\u2024 However‚ it is possible to create shaded areas of the deck by adding a pergola‚ shade sail‚ or partial roof\u2024 Using vented skirting‚ rather than solid‚ can help with airflow under the deck and therefore aid drainage\u2024Decking manufacturers‚ such as TimberTech and Trex‚ post the SRI numbers of their offerings‚ which homeowners can use with their deck builders to evaluate color options for decks with a southern exposure or those that receive direct sunlight for a good part of the day\u2024We should just have the heat conversation up front\u2024 At Decksforlife we always recommend to use the best color for the sun exposure in any given area‚ and to include shade structures only if the design allows it\u2024 When properly specified‚ modern capped composite and PVC boards can even be comfortable to walk on barefoot through a Toronto summer\u2024<\/p>\n

Three Brands Decksforlife Recommends<\/strong><\/p>\n

At Decksforlife (https:\/\/decksforlife\u2024ca\/) we use composite and PVC deck brands that have been tested for quality‚ beauty and durability in the Canadian climate\u2024 These three brands are the most commonly used in their category:<\/p>\n

TimberTech<\/strong><\/p>\n

TimberTech Advanced PVC and composite decking collections are designed for homeowners looking for durable‚ long-lasting decking\u2024 TimberTech Advanced PVC boards last up to 50 years and feature hyperrealistic wood grain patterns that are engineered to hold up to the Ontario freeze-thaw and sun exposure associated with a 50-year lifespan\u2024 https:\/\/www\u2024timbertech\u2024com\/products\/decking\/<\/p>\n

Trex<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the oldest and most reliable brands in composite decking is Trex\u2024 Trex continues to improve its ability to cool boards‚ resistance to slips‚ and recycled content\u2024 For summer decks‚ Trex boards are a fantastic option for family use\u2024 https:\/\/www\u2024trex\u2024com\/products\/decking\/<\/p>\n

Fiberon<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fiberon rounds out the options‚ offering capped composite boards with industry-leading fade and moisture resistance in a huge variety of colors to match the types of architecture common to the Greater Toronto Area\u2024 https:\/\/www\u2024fiberondecking\u2024com\/products\/decking\/<\/p>\n

About Decksforlife<\/strong><\/p>\n

Decksforlife is a deck building company servicing the Greater Toronto Area and surrounding Ontario\u2024 They build composite and PVC decks and design outdoor living spaces with homeowners‚ to withstand the Ontario climate with little maintenance to the deck or outdoor living space\u2024<\/p>\n

More information can be found at https:\/\/decksforlife\u2024ca\/\u2024<\/p>\n

Media Contact<\/span>
Company Name:<\/strong> Decksforlife<\/a>
Contact Person:<\/strong> Iaroslav Streapan
Email:<\/strong> Send Email<\/a>
Phone:<\/strong> (647) 701-3206
Address:<\/strong>3150 Dufferin Street Suite 1007
City:<\/strong> North York
State:<\/strong> ON
Country:<\/strong> Canada
Website:<\/strong> https:\/\/decksforlife.ca\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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