General buying trends are shifting in a big way. According to the Business of Sustainability Index from GreenPrint, nearly two-thirds of Americans (64 percent) said they’d be willing to pay more for sustainable products. This consumer desire applies to all industries, including outdoor living. When it comes to sustainable wood-alternative decking, one name consistently comes up: Trex. But is Trex composite decking eco-friendly?
As a leading name in wood-alternative decking, Trex is one of the most popular options among our customers building new decks, screened porches, and other outdoor living spaces. With so many continued supply chain woes happening around the world, Trex is leading the way with its robust, nimble, and eco-friendly business logistics management practices. For those looking to use this brand in their next outdoor living project, here are the five top benefits of supply chain management (SCM) for their customers.
We here at Design Builders love Trex! We regularly install their products in our Washington, DC; Virginia; and Maryland outdoor living projects. There are numerous reasons the company has had so much success, so it’s little surprise to hear they’ve recently reached an important and significant milestone.
If you’re a builder or contractor, it’s very likely you’re familiar with Trex products. If you consistently install Trex in your residential and commercial projects, you might even have achieved TrexPro, TrexPro Gold, or TrexPro Platinum status. If that’s the case, you will be especially excited to learn all about what’s new for Trex in 2020.
Big Changes for Trex Installers in 2020
The designations of “TrexPro,” “TrexPro Gold,” and “TrexPro Platinum” will still stand. Even after the changes in 2020, Platinum will still be considered the highest level of recognition an independent contractor can achieve, and earning Gold or Platinum status will still be possible by meeting an installation volume threshold.
With high-end decking, it’s very common to also have beautiful, durable, well-crafted railings. As with decking, though, there can be an overwhelming number of options. This applies to both styles and material. If you’re currently weighing your options between composite railing and PVC, consider these pros and cons of the two material types:
