Composite Deck by Home Smith WI

At Home Smith, we design and build custom composite decks that combine the timeless appeal of wood with the long-lasting durability of modern materials. Whether you’re replacing an old deck or starting from scratch, composite decking offers a smart investment that enhances your home’s beauty, function, and value.

What Is Composite Decking?

Composite decking is made from a blend of recycled wood fibers and plastics, engineered to resist rot, warping, splintering, and fading.
It gives you the look of natural wood without the constant sanding, staining, and sealing.

Leading brands like Trex, TimberTech, Deckorators, and Fiberon come in a wide range of colors, textures, and finishes to suit any style.

Close-up of a wooden outdoor deck with parallel planks and small gaps between them.

Q: Can composite decks get slippery?

Composite boards are designed with textured surfaces that resist slipping, even when wet. We can also recommend high-traction finishes for added safety.

Q: Does it get hot in the sun?

Composite decking can get warm, but modern products use lighter pigments and heat-resistant technology to stay cooler than older generations.

A wooden deck with metal railing overlooking a driveway, with green trees and grass in the background.

Why Choose Composite Over Wood?

Composite decking offers long-term value and convenience that traditional wood simply can’t match. It requires only simple cleaning with soap and water—no sanding, staining, or sealing needed—making it an ideal choice for busy homeowners. Composite decks typically last 25 to 50 years, far outpacing the 10 to 20-year lifespan of most wood decks. They’re engineered to resist rot, warping, splintering, and fading, even through Wisconsin’s changing seasons.

Many composite materials are made from recycled wood fibers and plastics, making them an eco-friendly alternative to freshly harvested lumber. They also come in dozens of fade-resistant colors and textures, giving you more design flexibility with virtually no maintenance. While the initial investment is higher than wood, composite decking pays for itself over time through lower upkeep costs, long-term durability, and consistent beauty year after year.

Q: Can I mix composite and wood?

Yes! Many homeowners use composite decking with wood framing, railings, or pergolas for a natural hybrid look.

Partially constructed deck with wooden framing and gray painted planks

Performance in Wisconsin Weather

Composite decking is built for our Midwest climate — it won’t warp, split, or rot due to moisture, and its capped surface resists fading from summer sun or snow exposure. It also expands and contracts less than traditional wood, keeping your deck safe and stable through seasonal changes.

Snow-covered outdoor balcony with railing and wooded forest in the background, seen through large windows of a house.
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