Natural Timber
Cons
Weathering and warping in extreme weather
Needs maintenance – regular sealing for optimum appearance
Harder to install
Pro
Can be secured using a variety of fixings
Composite deck
Low maintenance
Secured using approved fixings
Expensive
Expansion and contraction in extreme weather more than timber, so difficult to join end to end
Easy to install
Scratch easily
Cannot be resurfaced or stained.
Picture of weathered deck in the open.