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pvc
AZEK PVC
Price$14 – $28 per sq ft/sqft
Lifespan
MaintenanceNone
Durability
Aesthetics
Eco-Friendly
pvc
PVC Decking
Price$10 – $22 per sq ft/sqft
Lifespan
MaintenanceNone
Durability
Aesthetics
Eco-Friendly
Visual Comparison
AZEK PVC (10/10)
=
PVC Decking (10/10)
AZEK PVC (8/10)
←
PVC Decking (7/10)
AZEK PVC (6/10)
←
PVC Decking (5/10)
AZEK PVC (4/10)
→
PVC Decking (6/10)
Cost for a 300 sq ft Deck (Installed)
AZEK PVC
$10,200
to $18,900
PVC Decking
$9,000
to $17,100
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
PVC Decking
Pros
- Completely waterproof — zero moisture absorption
- Will never rot, even in standing water
- Lightest weight decking option
- Resists mold and mildew
- Excellent for pool surrounds and lakefront
- Longest lifespan
Cons
- Most expensive option
- Can look more "plastic" than composite
- Expands/contracts with temperature
- Limited colour options vs composite
- Not made from natural materials
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The Verdict
Choose AZEK PVC if:
Premium waterproof decking with the best aesthetics in PVC.
Choose PVC Decking if:
Waterfront properties, pool decks, or anyone wanting maximum durability.
