Christopher S.
Member
Good Afternoon Gentlemen, we have an existing wooden deck attached to our house that could use re-decked. The existing structure is 2x8 on 16" centers with 5/4 pressure treated deck boards on top. This location gets a lot of direct sunlight. We would like to replace the 5/4 decking and was wondering what everyone's opinion was on using a composite deck product. How does it hold up, what on center spacing can the joists be? Do the composite deck boards need spaced or do you but them tight? If attaching with screws in the face, do pilot holes need drilled? Is there any maintenance? Any particular brands to choose or stay away from. Thanks in advance.