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Overall Winner: AZEK PVC
Based on price, durability, aesthetics, and eco-friendliness
★ Winner
pvc
AZEK PVC
Price$14 – $28 per sq ft/sqft
Lifespan
MaintenanceNone
Durability
Aesthetics
Eco-Friendly
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Pressure-Treated Wood
Price$2 – $5 per sq ft/sqft
Lifespan
MaintenanceHigh
Durability
Aesthetics
Eco-Friendly
Visual Comparison
AZEK PVC (10/10)
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Pressure-Treated Wood (5/10)
AZEK PVC (8/10)
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Pressure-Treated Wood (5/10)
AZEK PVC (6/10)
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Pressure-Treated Wood (4/10)
AZEK PVC (4/10)
→
Pressure-Treated Wood (9/10)
Cost for a 300 sq ft Deck (Installed)
AZEK PVC
$10,200
to $18,900
★ Better Value
Pressure-Treated Wood
$6,600
to $12,000
AZEK PVC
Pros
- Industry-leading PVC technology
- 100% waterproof and moisture-proof
- Best-looking PVC on the market
- Exceptional fade resistance
- Lifetime limited warranty
Cons
- Highest price point of any decking
- Expansion/contraction requires gapping
- Fewer retailers than composite brands
Pressure-Treated Wood
Pros
- Most affordable decking material
- Widely available across Canada
- Easy to work with — any contractor can install
- Can be stained any colour
- Resistant to rot and insects (treated)
Cons
- Requires annual staining/sealing
- Warps, cracks, and splinters over time
- Chemical treatment concerns
- Colour fades without maintenance
- Shorter lifespan than alternatives
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The Verdict
Choose AZEK PVC if:
Premium waterproof decking with the best aesthetics in PVC.
Choose Pressure-Treated Wood if:
Budget-conscious homeowners who don't mind regular maintenance.
