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Deckorators decking?

3 years ago

We are debating on composite decking choices and just learned about Deckorators. I haven’t seen any reviews of the decking - only railing. Anyone have feedback?

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Elizabeth
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last year

These are our stairs. Waiting until May to clean after the pine pollen clears!

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lisa_janiak
3 years ago
I am wondering the same! We have to replace some 1st generation composite decking that is failing.
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Deckorators
3 years ago
Hi Elizabeth and Lisa!

We're glad you're interested in our composite decking and believe we have a lot to offer. Our products are backed by our industry-leading warranties. Our Decking and Composite Railing warranty is the first of its kind: 25-year Structural, 25-year Stain & Fade and 25-year Limited Removal & Replacement. Our Aluminum Railing and Balusters have a lifetime limited warranty on manufacturing defects and powder coating and a 25-year Limited Removal & Replacement warranty. Needless to say, we have your deck covered from the decking, railing, balusters, post caps and more.

Hear what contractors have to say about working with our products here: https://www.deckorators.com/en/Inspiration/Certified-Pro-Spotlight

And what DIYers are saying about our products in the review section here: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Deckorators-Tropics-12-08-ft-Tidal-Gray-Grooved-Composite-Deck-Board/1000117063

If you have any additional questions, please don't hesitate to give us a call at 800-556-8449 or use the chat function on our website.
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HU-248906324
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Read the warranty closely, especially this - 'Staining associated with mold or mildew that
is not properly cleaned within one week of first appearance is not covered under this Warranty. If stains persist, you will be required to produce documentation that you attempted to have the deck professionally cleaned at least one time prior to making a claim under this Warranty.' This makes their warranty basically useless as far as I'm concerned. Who doesn't regularly get mold or mildew? I'm supposed to race out every time some appears and clean it within a week? This is a joke.
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We have had ours installed for over a year without noticeable mold or mildew. We try to clean once or twice a year. The bigger issues with discoloration that I am concerned about are caused by the sun.
Rola S
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Hi Elizabeth,
What’s feedback so far about deckorstors ? We’re thinking about having it but I can’t find enough reviews about it. Thank you
Elizabeth
Original Author
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Over two years and we are still thrilled with the product. Other than the annual attack of pine pollen, there has been no discoloration. Even better, it does not retain heat the way many other products do (I can walk on it barefoot) and the surface does not become slippery when wet.
Rachel Burr
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I had the Khaya decking installed six months ago and I have to say this deck is a lot of work. First, everytime I walk on it there is a stain, it shows everything. Within a month it was already covered in a green slime. Secondly, I just breath on the deck and it scratches. Thirdly, the color is drab and only looks awesome when it is wet. For a deck that is suppose to be tough and maintenance free, it is not!
jo jo
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What deckorators color did you go with?
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Elizabeth- what color did you choose? Does it scratch easily?

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