Wood, Composites, Plastic Decking Discussed

Product Characteristics of Veranda Decking

What is Veranda™ Composite Decking and Railing made of?
It is made of wood and plastic that is extruded with a reversible finish: combed finish on one side and an embossed woodgrain finish on the other.

What finishes or surface textures are available for Veranda?
Presently, Veranda is sold by The Home Depot with a durable, combed finish on one side and an embossed, slip-resistant woodgrain texture on the other. Choose either look to complete your project with a rich look available in three colors (gray, cedar, redwood) to complement your home.

What colors ? Veranda decking and railing is     available in gray, cedar and redwood. Or you can  call         877-463-8379  for more info.

Sizes and lengths does Veranda Decking and Railing come in
Available in 8’, 12’ and 16’ lengths. Additional components include a 4" x 4" - 42" post sleeve, baluster, post caps, handrails, and hardware kits.  What is really nice is the color matched screws for installation.

How long will the texture last?
Foot traffic, traffic patterns, objects like furniture dragged on the surface, weather exposure, cleaning products used, frequency of cleaning especially with commercial pressure washers will all affect the factory surface finish of Veranda.

Does Veranda fade?
Yes, Veranda will lighten over time to a beautiful weathered tone. This color tone shift is dependent upon exposure to sunlight and other environmental factors. The weathering process begins upon installation and is generally complete within 60 to 90 days.

Why is my Veranda deck turning tan?
All wood composite decking materials fade when exposed to UV light from the sun. Veranda can experience some color shifting as it goes through this mellowing process. Tan or greenish gray hues from the natural wood fiber contained in the product are often noticeable as this fading process progresses. Depending on the exposure conditions where a particular deck is built, this acclimation is usually complete within 60 - 90 days from when the Veranda deck boards were installed. At the end of the fading process the deck appears gray and the tan and/or greenish gray hues are rarely noticeable.

Should I purchase all of my decking material at one time?
Yes, purchasing all required decking material at one time is recommended as manufacturing runs can produce slightly different colors. Like most composites, individual Veranda deck boards will have slight color variations from piece to piece. This is due to the natural variations in wood fibers and polymers. Color variation is not covered by warranty. We recommend purchasing extra material in case boards need to be repaired or replaced in the future.

Will Veranda rot, splinter or decay like wood?
No. Veranda has been tested under accelerated weather conditions and is weather-resistant. It is also warranted against splintering, flaking, corrosion, or becoming structurally unfit due to rot, split, warp, cupping, checks, or damage caused by termites or fungal decay.

See Part 2 of Veranda Decking Explained......Will I slip when wet?

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