Don’t Waste Your Money on Decking (Composite vs Wood)

What is the best decking material: composite, PVC, cedar, or pressure-treated wood? Im putting decking boards through real life tests to see which deck holds up best and how much will it cost? If you found this video helpful, please subscribe. Watch more product comparisons 👉🏼https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL34cQkzKfXWbPHit6sG9uSpU8u2D_i_q- Questions this video answers: • What is the best decking material for a deck? • Is composite decking better than wood? • Is PVC decking worth the cost? • Cedar vs pressure treated deck — which lasts longer? • What decking material requires the least maintenance? • Which deck boards are the most durable? Do you need help with your renovation project? 👆🏼Hit the JOIN button to access the members only Discord 🔨Crowdsource information on the best products and materials 🔨Post your incredible before and after’s 🔨Meet other DIYers Once you've hit JOIN, go to the members tab to find the link to join the members only Discord 👇🏼 https://www.youtube.com/@HomeRenoVisionDIY/membership PRODUCTS IN THIS VIDEO CAMO Installation Tool - https://shoplowes.me/46YVA4Q CAMO Lever - https://shoplowes.me/4rCe1nn CAMO Edge Clip - https://shoplowes.me/40z7WwX TIMESTAMPS 00:00 PVC vs. Composite vs. Pressure Treated Wood Vs. Cedar Decking 10:34 Testing Decking Materials on Strength, Durability, and Weather Resistance 15:15 Cost Comparison of Composite Vs. Wood Decking Welcome to the Forever Home Series! That's right, i bought a new project house and I'm tearing it apart. I’m bringing this 1974 home back to the studs and completely reconfiguring the space so it makes sense for my wife’s forever home. I’ve missed renovating this way. This series will be a comprehensive guide for homeowners and DIYers, offering a rare, behind-the-scenes real life look at every step of the renovation processes from the initial demolition to the final reveal. I'm bringing some of my favourite Ottawa experts on to help with this project: Design: https://homebyeve.com Plumbing: https://horizonplumbing.ca Electrical: https://floodlightelectricottawa.com HVAC: http://www.sherkhomeservices.ca Asbestos Removal & Spray Foam: https://oreillybrothers.com Sign up for our newsletter 👉🏼 https://homerenovisiondiy.com 🔨 SHOP JEFF'S FAVOURITE TOOLS 🔨 Tape Measure - https://geni.us/TapeMeasure25FT DeWALT Mitre Saw - https://geni.us/MiterSaw15Amp Level - https://geni.us/BeamLevel72 DeWALT Circular Saw - https://geni.us/CircularSaw DeWALT Sawzall - https://geni.us/ReciprocatingSawCorded DeWALT Drill - https://geni.us/CordlessDrillComboKit Makita Jig Saw - https://geni.us/TopHandleJigSaw Oscillating Multi Tool - https://geni.us/ElectricMultiTool WHAT TO WATCH NEXT: ► Easiest Deck You'll Ever Build | Anyone Can Do This https://youtu.be/H596PLvg2AY ► DIY How to Build a Shed A to Z https://youtu.be/BLk_CAMmQPc #justdoityourself #lovingit #perfecteverytime If you found this video useful and entertaining please subscribe to our channel 💪 Jeff Thorman is a professional contractor with over 30 years of renovation experience and the creator of Home RenoVision DIY, one of the largest home renovation channels on YouTube. His goal is to help homeowners build smarter, avoid costly mistakes, and complete renovation projects with confidence. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA INSTAGRAM👉🏼 https://www.instagram.com/homerenovisiondiy/ FACEBOOK👉🏼 https://www.facebook.com/homerenovisiondiy/ TIKTOK👉🏼 https://www.tiktok.com/@homerenovisiondiy Disclaimer: Videos produced by Home RenoVision DIY are provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. All material provided within this website is for informational, educational, & entertainment purposes only. Some of these projects, materials, and techniques may not be appropriate for all ages or skill levels. The DIY instructions used here are used to simply breakdown projects to their simplest steps. Please use a clear mind and use all safety precautions while following the tutorials provided by this site. Home RenoVision DIY does not make any claims of the safety of the projects, techniques, or resources listed on this site and will not take responsibility of what you do with the information provided by this site. Viewers must be aware by doing projects on their homes they are doing it at their own risk and HRV cannot be held liable if they cause any damage to their homes. With different codes around the world and constantly changing standards, regulations and rules, it is the sole responsibility of the viewer to educate themselves on their local requirements before undertaking any sort of project. That being said Home RenoVision DIY cannot claim liability with all applicable laws, rules, codes and regulations for a project. Be safe, have fun renovating and ALWAYS stay informed with your local building code. HomeRenoVision DIY may earn an affiliate commission if you purchase something through recommended links. #commissionsearned