![]() ![]() The Shield gives maximum protection against: Please read the care and cleaning guide to get more information. Note: Mold can still occur on the board through outside substances such as: food, tannins, and etc.that are left on the surface of the board if not cleaned within a reasonable amount of time. The Shield prevents moisture penetration inside the core, resisting problems like: The Shield is made of special engineering grade polymer and additives with extremely low water penetration. The Core is made of wood fiber, PE polymer, and additives. Strong and durable polymer shield capping the core 360 degrees. ![]() ULTRASHIELD ® ADVANCED CAPPED COMPOSITE MATERIAL Without any cap protection, any stains will be absorbed by the wood fiber or penetrate in between the wood fiber and polymer directly and permanently. Wood fibers inherently have a low scratch resistance and when the manufacturer brushes/sands the board it creates a coarse effect on the surface allowing for even less scratch resistance. The first generation composite’s scratch resistance is very poor and this is due in part because of the wood fibers. Therefore, when installers try to drill into the board there is a potential that it might crack. Many manufacturers add calcium / filler to their product to enhance the stiffness of the board, but it makes the board more brittle. Many people have tried to use deck cleaners to clean off the mold, but once the layer that is sealed/protected by the cleaner wears off the mold will just attack the other layers below. The wood fibers are being attacked because they are exposed to the elements and since they are not protected by a sealant or treated. Inconsistent fading occurs due to the manufacturer’s inability to control the consistency of the colorant and raw materials being added.ĬOLOR DIFFERENCE – MANY DECKS WERE FADED WITH UNEVEN COLOR RESULTING IN SOME BOARDS BEING LIGHTER AND OTHERS GETTING DARKER.įungus, Mold, and Mildew problems are usually found in climates with extreme humidity or climate change. Wood is naturally going to fade if not protected, and most of the time manufacturers are brushing their boards so that damages the plastic allowing the wood fibers to be exposed to the surface. The reason for color fading comes from the wood fiber content. Ultimately, the wood fiber absorbs moisture with UV together which causes the composite decking to decay, crumble, deteriorate, and rot.įirst generation composite decking is not scratch resistant at all, it can be easily scratched with a person’s fingernail after it has started to weather. This is due to an improper amount of bounding agent and antioxidant added to the composite material. When the first generation composite boards are exposed to the UV and water it begins to decompose. ![]()
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