Wood & Composite Decking / Railing by Illinois Deck Builder

Building a deck properly is only one part of the process for having it last and resist the harsh effects of mother nature. In order to make it last, you need to either build it using a composite lumber, an exotic lumber like ipe or if using pressure treated lumber you must make sure a good stain or wood sealer is applied.

The type of lumber you should choose is heavily dependent on your budget. There are many different types of products that can be used but any experienced deck builder will will tell you to keep it practical and to choose a material that is readily available and easy to maintain. Look below at some of the most popular decking lumbers:

• Pressure Treated Lumber (Especially For Low Level Decks)
• Cedar Heartwood and Redwood (Best For Decking / Railing, Not Structural)
• Composite Lumber (This Is Not A Structural Material, Use A Spruce Pine or Fir / SPF Timber For Structure)

Creating a good design and using one of these products for the construction of it will ensure that you have a long lasting deck. Just remember that some lumber like pressure treated will also need to be stained or sealed to enhance longevity.

The other thing you need is a competent deck builder that can help you with the design and construction process to make sure it's built to meet all state and local building code requirements. This is a good reason for choosing Ultimate Design & Builders. We have the know how and experience to handle every aspect of building you a deck that you can enjoy for many years.

If you would like to see if you qualify for a Free Estimate and evaluation, visit our Illinois Service Area section and look to see if your town or city is listed. If it is, just follow any of the links to our free estimates page and complete the form.