Composite lumber is not especially slippery when compared to traditional wooden deck boards.
I am about to start the same project, it's worth a shot !
Can composite wood be straightend
Even if you use a good supplier for your lumber, you might find that many of your deck boards are bowed. This can create gaps and sloppy look for your deck. To straighten out bowed deck boards, simply place the deck board against the others with the bowed side in and nail along the length until it is even with the other boards.
How many 1x6x12 deck boards to cover 800 sq.ft
approx 112 boards better get 115 to be sure.
It depends on the size of the boards.
composite deck
To achieve a faultless finish on your new deck, be sure to stagger the joints when you install the deck boards. When nailing the deck boards on to the frame, be sure to leave even spacing between the boards. Most experts recommend 1/8 inch between two inch boards. To avoid measuring over and over, simply place a 16d nail between the boards to keep them in place and insure you have the right measurement.
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You can use calcium chloride to de-ice your composite deck. It acts like salt and it does not damage the decking.