decking the balcony / planter area

[DC33_2008]

I got my at just a fraction higher. It still looks good after 5 year in a tenanted unit.

Thanks, DC.
Ironwood has the longest lifespan, but it is most costly of all.
I will call the company and compare the prices.

[lajia]

Based on my experience, another impt factor is the drainage. You never know if things are stuck or if water is not flowing well etc.
Maintenance is an issue....hence, better not do such given a choice...not just about the material.

Does anyone have experience with 100% plastic lumber?
Saw this website http://www.wagonequipment.com.sg/products.html
I am contemplating using it for my roof terrace as it is apparently waterproof and resistant all types of rot and mould.
I am aware that it may sag in extremely hot weather.

[princess_morbucks]

Based on my experience, another impt factor is the drainage. You never know if things are stuck or if water is not flowing well etc.
Maintenance is an issue....hence, better not do such given a choice...not just about the material.

That means the plastic one more prone to things being stuck below?
Is it because it tends to sag?

I got my at just a fraction higher. It still looks good after 5 year in a tenanted unit.

Sounds good !

May I have the contact, please ?

[lajia]

Most decking tends to have gaps in between those planks or plastic u call it. Then leaves or whatever rubbish might get into it and u never know, it might pile up underneath and when it does, water flow will be affected. Occasionally u need to open up and check, very troublesome ...no point la...

Imagine, it might become your mosquitoes breeding ground...

That means the plastic one more prone to things being stuck below?
Is it because it tends to sag?

[princess_morbucks]

Most decking tends to have gaps in between those planks or plastic u call it. Then leaves or whatever rubbish might get into it and u never know, it might pile up underneath and when it does, water flow will be affected. Occasionally u need to open up and check, very troublesome ...no point la...

Imagine, it might become your mosquitoes breeding ground...

That means you are suggesting not decking at all?
I may just deck a portion.
Such a headache having a roof terrace, if don't use it , it will be such a waste, yet furnishing it seems so troublesome!

[lajia]

personally I wont. but if you don't mind the maintenance, go for it... its nice of course.
But, I would rather tiled it with those pebbled tiles plus filling up the perimeter stones...let your imagination runs wild...

That means you are suggesting not decking at all?
I may just deck a portion.
Such a headache having a roof terrace, if don't use it , it will be such a waste, yet furnishing it seems so troublesome!

[hellopapa82]

Hi Guys i recently engage Calvary Carpentry Pte Ltd to do up my balcony with Wood Plastic Composite.

So far no issues like water ponding and sagging of planks.

Pm me if you need their contact