Wood Decks

We could not be more pleased with High Rock Exterior's work replacing our deck's old wood decking and railing with Timber Tech's Advanced PVC decking and cable railing. The large irregularly shaped deck required High Rock's installation experience and diligence to deliver a perfectly installed deck and railing. What we got with High Rock was a transparent and very detailed proposal and bid up-front. The bid also clearly spelled out contingencies for dealing with the uncertainties of putting new materials on the old substructure. Mason was on-site every day, keeping us informed of the progress, best installation practices, and explaining any design options. He is a great communicator, and particular (in the good way). His team, James, Calvin and Cade, worked hard, and worked smart. They have built enough decks that, on their own, they applied that knowledge and quality standards in their work. Follow-up was great; no issues were left to address when the work was finished within the time frame that was bid. We chose the top of the line Timber Tech materials, and we experienced a top of the line install. In our view, it is perfect, as was our experience with High Rock, Mason and crew.

Pat Stainbrook

Soft Wood Decks

Natural wood deck are hard to beat in terms of aesthetics. California Redwood, Western Red Cedar, Accoya are all excellent decking options. Each is best suited for particular types of decks available in a multitude of grades and colors. You can find just about anything to suit your style and budget.

Western Red Cedar decking

From golden honey to warm chestnut, the range of colors in addition to the natural rot resistance of Western Red Cedar makes it an optimal choice for pergolas, trellises and decks.

California Redwood Decking

For a durable and sustainable decking material with a warm tonal range and rich reddish-brown coloring, look at California Redwood.

Accoya Wood Decking

Accoya wood is made by Accsys at its plant in Arnhem, Netherlands. They turn fast-growing, certified sustainable wood into a high-performing, sustainable lumber with sustainability credentials.

Pressure Treated decking

Pressure treated wood is an amazing asset for the deck framing and support structure as it lasts much longer than un-treated wood, significantly increasing the lifespan of your deck.

Hard Wood Decks

In addition to the great look of a natural wood deck, tropical hardwoods are highly resistant to rot, decay, insects and other forms of deterioration. There are several varieties of tropical hardwoods to choose from, including Brazilian Ipe, Tiger Wood, Teak and Mahogany. Hardwoods can perform well for 25 to 50 years with proper maintenance.

IPE (Brazilian Walnut)

One of the strongest woods, Ipe is a dense tropical hardwood that is durable enough for any climate and is naturally resistant to rot and decay.

Tiger wood

Brazilian Tiger is an extremely rich, beautiful hardwood with a reddish hue and sometimes has a prominent darker grain pattern which gives it a unique look.

Teak

Teak is a lighter colored hardwood than Ipe and is also less dense making it lighteer and generally easier to work with. Its color ranges from yellow brown to dark golden brown.

Mahogany

Mahogany is a classic decking look that is always a great fit. It looks great and it’s also less expensive and requires relatively low maintenance compared to other options.

manufactured Wood Decks

Thermowood decking is produced by heating sustainably sourced softwoods and hardwoods to high temperatures in a controlled steam environment, a process that removes moisture, strengthens the wood fibers, and permanently stabilizes the material. This heat-treatment dramatically improves resistance to rot, decay, insects, and warping while giving the wood a rich, refined appearance. The result is an eco-friendly, chemical-free decking option built to perform and last in outdoor environments.

Pine

Thermo-treated pine offers a warm, classic look with excellent dimensional stability and improved durability, making it a cost-effective choice for residential decking.

Spruce

Thermo-spruce has a lighter, cleaner appearance and becomes significantly more weather-resistant after treatment, ideal for modern, minimalist deck designs.

hemlock

Thermo-hemlock delivers a smooth, refined grain and enhanced strength, offering a premium feel with strong resistance to warping and outdoor wear.

ash

Thermo-ash is a dense hardwood with rich color and superior durability, providing a high-end decking surface comparable to tropical hardwoods.

Looking for composite decking options?

Check out our composite decking options. We can build with Timber Tech, Fiberon or Trex.

Wood Decking FAQs

When to consider new decking vs full new build?

There is not set answer as the condition of every individual deck can vary; however, for general planning purposes if your deck is less than 15 years old and was built correctly you might be able to save it by replacing the decking and doing some minor framing work. If it is 20 years or older than you probably need to seriously consider new framing as you would not want to put new decking on a frame that is not going to last.

What are the different types of wood to pick from?

There is soft wood and hard wood.

Why seal the screw holes when re-framing a deck?

creates a seal on framing for screw holes, need depends on longevity

How often does wood decking need to be re-stained?

weather dependent, traction, 1-3 years maint