With my new double rail
frame coming from WWMW, I’m considering options for decking material.
Part of me really wants to run hardwood because it would look really good, and with the right wood, it would last a very long time. It would be easy to refinish and treat. It would also be relatively durable. I’m considering glueing up strips of Ipe’ or cumaru with a lighter wood for contrast. (All available locally at a lumber importer)
Alternatively, the ease of using something plastic or resin based is also appealing. I’d consider 3/8 polycarbonate but I know it doesn’t love UV exposure. Pros are that it’s nearly indestructible, very easy to machine, and unaffected by water. It is expensive but I can get it for wholesale.
I want something unique that offers a little character, hence no aluminum or HDPE/starboard.
I thought that 5/16” Kevlar ballistic paneling would be cool, but since it’s $30/sqft, it’s a little on the spendy side.
Just wondering if others have musings on these 2 options
frame coming from WWMW, I’m considering options for decking material.
Part of me really wants to run hardwood because it would look really good, and with the right wood, it would last a very long time. It would be easy to refinish and treat. It would also be relatively durable. I’m considering glueing up strips of Ipe’ or cumaru with a lighter wood for contrast. (All available locally at a lumber importer)
Alternatively, the ease of using something plastic or resin based is also appealing. I’d consider 3/8 polycarbonate but I know it doesn’t love UV exposure. Pros are that it’s nearly indestructible, very easy to machine, and unaffected by water. It is expensive but I can get it for wholesale.
I want something unique that offers a little character, hence no aluminum or HDPE/starboard.
I thought that 5/16” Kevlar ballistic paneling would be cool, but since it’s $30/sqft, it’s a little on the spendy side.
Just wondering if others have musings on these 2 options
