Decking
AZEK Composite:
Zero Maintenance
Longer life time compared to Redwood (30-50 year warranty from manufacture)
No visible fasteners, clean simple lines
No splinters or chance or rotting
Higher Upfront cost
Redwood:
Natural resistance to rot
Most common decking board in Northern California
Different grades of lumber based on knots and heart/sap wood content
Ideally should be sealed but not necessary
Typically will last 10-20 years depending on water exposure
More cost effective than composite
Ipe Hardwood Decking:
Beautiful natural characteristics, chocolate brown color that will fade to silver
Does not rot, burn or float - one of the most durable woods in the world
Hidden fastening system and plugs can be used.
Imported from Brazil
Higher Upfront cost
During any deck consolation sample of all three materials will be shown