Composite Decking - Aurino & Co

Questions we get asked

Is composite decking better than timber?

It costs more upfront and far less over its life. It does not rot, splinter, warp or need annual oiling, and it will not go green and slimy the way softwood does. Timber is cheaper on day one and looks lovely when new, but it is a yearly job to keep it that way. Our composite decking versus timber guide walks through the trade-off.

Does composite decking get hot or fade in the sun?

Darker boards run warmer underfoot on a hot day, as any dark surface does. On fading, a quality composite is UV-stabilised. It settles slightly in the first few months and then holds its colour, rather than greying out the way untreated timber does.

Is it slippery when it is wet?

Our boards have a grooved, textured surface that grips better than smooth wet timber, but no outdoor surface is completely non-slip in the rain. Lay the grooves running away from the house so water drains, and keep the boards clear of leaf mulch and algae.

How do I clean composite decking?

Warm soapy water and a soft brush handle most of it. If you use a pressure washer, keep it on a low setting and a sensible distance so you do not force water into the board surface. No oiling, sealing or staining is needed, which is rather the point of it.

Do you deliver for free?

Decking is delivered free to the UK mainland on orders over £500. Below that a delivery charge applies, and you will see it clearly at checkout before you pay. A handful of remote postcodes carry a surcharge, and if yours is one of them we tell you before you pay, never after.

Can I spread the cost?

On most orders over £100, yes. Pay It Monthly spreads the cost at 0% interest, so you pay back exactly what the item cost, not a penny more. We never charge interest, full stop. A few items are excluded, and if finance is available on your order you will see it at checkout before you pay.

Composite decking that never needs staining.

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Composite decking
that never needs staining.