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How is the Trex comp. decking in the winter - is it slippery?

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Posted by: from Hamilton
8/31/2018 at 11:37:51 AM

Is this a good product for front porch? Will it be too slippery in the winter with snow on it?

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Date/Time8/31/2018 at 12:02:24 PM

Yes Trex can be a bit slipper when wet. If traction is a big concern for you, then look into PVC products instead, such as Clubhouse, Wolf, Azek, TivaDek, Veka, etc. Clubhouse is a great Canadian product that has amazing traction!

Thanks,

Shane

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Date/Time8/31/2018 at 12:03:05 PM

Trex has a wood grain built into it, so it has decent grip in the snow / ice. It say it's at par, or even slightly superior to wood.

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Date/Time8/31/2018 at 1:52:06 PM

i agree with shane it could be slippery but pvc as a hire grip to it

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Stefan T from Arrow Landscaping in Hamilton
Date/Time8/31/2018 at 4:27:18 PM

Trex comp decking is the best! Thinking of walking on it in the winter? No problem! Put a temporary artificial turf area rug around the area you wish to walk on and there ya go. Heres a link of what it looks like Diane.

https://koeckritzrugs.com/product/backyard-indoor-outdoor-premium-artificial-grass-turf/

Cheers!

Stefan

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Date/Time8/31/2018 at 5:41:51 PM

Yes, it can be very slippery when it's wet however there is wood grain that has a better tread on it as well as other products PVC excetera do a bit of homework or call a local trusted Pro contractor in your area. It is better than wood. Jeff

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