Price

EXPLORE MATERIALS

Treated Wood

Pros: Inexpensive

Price: $

Lifespan (without maintenance): 8 years

Lifespan (with annual maintenance): 12 years

Maintenance: Recommended to seal annually

Cons: Without sealing it, the brown colour will fade after 4 years

Cedar

Pros: No chemicals, cedar scent, nice grain.

Price: $$

Lifespan (without maintenance): 12+

Lifespan (with maintenance): 15+

Maintenance: Sealing it annually can extend lifespan to 20 years

Cons: Without sealing it, the cedar will fade to grey after 5 years

Composite

Pros: Maintenance free, won't rot, range of colours

Price per linear foot: $$$

Lifespan (without maintenance): 25+ years

Maintenance: None

Cons: Can be a little more hot on the feet on hot summer days

Brazilian Walnut

Pros: Beautiful natural wood, smooth, lifespan

Price: $$$$

Lifespan (without maintenance): 25+ years

Maintenance: Oil annually, won't rot but will turn grey if not oiled

Cons: Can be a little more hot on the feet on hot summer days

Ash

Beautiful natural wood, smooth, lifespan

Price: $$$$$

Lifespan (without maintenance): 25+ years

Maintenance: Oil annually, won't rot but will turn grey if not oiled

Cons: Can be a little more hot on the feet on hot summer days