Should I choose real wood or composite decking?
It’s true that soft and hardwood decking can cost less initially, but they do require investment and work to maintain. Composite decking costs more but is said to pay for itself within 3 years if you include the annual maintenance costs of real wood. Factors for your material choice should include how much you want to spend, the expected longevity of the area and how you will keep it looking fresh. Customers choose composite decking because of its combination of looking like natural timber but providing a long-lasting option which requires minimal maintenance – such as Millboard.
What is Millboard decking?
Millboard is the finest wood-look composite decking and cladding, enhancing outdoor spaces with enduring distinction. Hand-moulded from real oak, it boasts refined timber grain that mimics natural timber but is engineered to offer an enhanced decking experience.
Thanks to a unique polymer resin construction, the decking does not deteriorate like natural wood. and the surface provides exceptional slip-resistance, even when wet. Every board is produced using recycled minerals whilst containing no natural timber.
What are the benefits of Millboard?
Millboard is strong, attractive and safe. A great option for outdoor spaces where weather and wear and tear are expected. So you get to enjoy all the beauty and natural look of wood, but without the hassle of upkeep:
- Strong – solid to the core means no warping or housing unwanted guests, light to install and resistant to scratches and stains to weather the outdoors
- Attractive – natural looking, oak moulded and hand tinted with pigments keeps it looking and feeling like real wood
- Safe – nonporous products means the resistance to algae and therefore anti-slip
Millboard collection stocked by Estate Sawmills
We are proud stockists of Millboard, a family-run British business who focus on offering the highest quality products with a true dedication and consideration for sustainability. The Millboard products we stock:
Enhanced Grain – decking that perfectly replicates the beauty of prime oak. This is available in a range of seven stylish colours to suit any garden design, from the warm hues of Antique Oak to the increasingly popular drama created by the charred effect of Burnt Cedar.
Weathered Oak – decking boards with the timeless dignity of aged oak. Available as Driftwood, Embered or Vintage – all options provide varying backdrops for a classic, contemporary or heritage garden design.
Lasta Grip – the Lasta-grip decking options are ultra slip-resistant with their integrated and visible grip strips.
Fitting and Finishing – our range of fixings are exclusive to Millboard and enable a beautiful finish every time, especially when used with the handy fitting tool. Fitting edging and fascia provide the perfect finish to any installation of Millboard composite decking.
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To find out more about the Millboard decking products and accessories available from us, please visit our dedicated page.
