| Polywood is a green dream. Not only does the | | | | The plastic lumber has also gained popularity in the |
| product, which is made up of recycled plastics and | | | | outdoor furniture industry. The polywood can be |
| formed to look like wood, help save the landfills, but | | | | found in bright, playful colors for use on the beach or |
| it also protects the future of trees by offering an | | | | next to a pool. It also comes in more traditional wood |
| alternative for construction of furniture, fences, and | | | | tones for a classic look in the outdoor room next to |
| decks. | | | | the pond. The best thing about the new technology |
| This new plastic lumber is finding a warm reception in | | | | is that it does not have to be repainted. |
| the hearts of many contractors. Since polywood first | | | | The only downfall to the polywood to date is the |
| began being used commercial in 1990, it has been | | | | expense. It does typically cost more than traditional |
| found that it does not fade, is not effected by the | | | | products. The industry is working hard to offer a |
| elements, and is often more durable than traditional | | | | variety of products that will entice all aspects of the |
| lumber used in the same applications. | | | | public to their discover polywood. The variety of |
| Another great benefit of using polywood for a | | | | colors and the variation of sizes being offered make |
| building project, like the new back deck you've been | | | | finding the perfect piece for your project a snap. |
| thinking about, is that it is not susceptible to termites | | | | When the cost is taken into consideration with all the |
| or other insects. The industry has recognized that | | | | benefits - the durability, the strength, the |
| plastic lumber is the perfect solution to outdoor | | | | maintenance free aspect, and especially the impact |
| construction and have designed the polywood to look | | | | on the environment - it is easy to see how the |
| more like traditional wood. It can also be cut like real | | | | popularity of the polywood will only continue to grow. |
| lumber, making it easy for even a DIYer to use. | | | | |