Engineering Durability Into Outdoor Spaces with Composite Decking

You've specified wood decking for outdoor spaces because clients expect natural warmth and authentic aesthetics. But when those decks return as maintenance callbacks—faded surfaces, splintered boards, structural inconsistencies—the material choice becomes a liability rather than an asset. Traditional timber demands regular sealing and eventual replacement, while early composites fade unpredictably and lack the structural refinement your projects require.

NewTechWood addresses this challenge directly with UltraShield™ Protected composite decking—a complete system engineered to deliver dimensional stability, color retention, and proven durability without the ongoing maintenance cycle that undermines project value.

Let's explore how UltraShield™  decking makes outdoor spaces practical for the long term:

Complete Capping Technology That Actually Protects the Substrate

The fundamental problem with uncapped composites isn't just surface wear—it's that moisture, UV exposure, and physical stress penetrate directly into the core material, accelerating degradation. NewTechWood's UltraShield™  technology takes a different approach. Every board features complete four-sided capping that creates a protective barrier around the recycled wood-plastic composite core.

This engineered shield provides genuine defense against the elements. UV inhibitors maintain color consistency through years of direct sun exposure. The moisture-resistant barrier prevents the expansion, contraction, and biological degradation that compromise structural integrity. Impact resistance protects against surface damage from furniture, foot traffic, and debris.

For architects, this means confident specifications. The decking you detail will perform as designed—without the callbacks, refinishing schedules, or premature replacement that traditional materials require. Clients receive outdoor spaces that maintain their intended appearance and function across seasons and years.

A Complete Decking System Designed for Installation Efficiency

Even superior board technology fails if the installation process introduces inconsistencies or requires excessive field modifications. NewTechWood provides a complete system: boards engineered for specific applications, compatible hidden fastener systems, and coordinated trim profiles that work together as designed.

The Bell Series offers grooved-edge boards specifically engineered for hidden fastener installation, creating clean surfaces without visible hardware. The Monarch Series provides both grooved and solid-edge profiles for versatile applications—hidden fastening where desired, picture-frame details where appropriate. The Cortes and Magellan Series deliver dual-sided boards with cathedral and rustic finishes, allowing installers to select the appropriate aesthetic during installation.

This system approach extends to the fastening technology. Hidden clip systems ensure consistent spacing and secure attachment while maintaining the seamless appearance composite decking should provide. Fascia boards coordinate dimensionally with deck boards for cohesive edge details. The result is reduced installation time, predictable field performance, and the design integrity you've specified—actually achieved on site.

Environmental Performance That Supports Project Sustainability Goals

When project requirements include environmental responsibility—whether for certification programs, client mandates, or firm values—material selection becomes more complex. NewTechWood's composite technology addresses this directly: boards are manufactured from 95% recycled content, diverting over 12 million pounds of plastic waste from landfills monthly while reclaiming wood fibers that would otherwise decompose or be incinerated.

This isn't greenwashing—it's engineered resource recovery. The capped composite structure creates a product that outlasts its source materials by decades, backed by a 25-year warranty that reflects genuine durability rather than marketing claims. Lower maintenance requirements eliminate the ongoing chemical treatments, refinishing products, and eventual disposal that traditional decking demands throughout its lifecycle.

For architects managing LEED documentation, sustainability narratives, or environmental impact assessments, NewTechWood provides quantifiable recycled content and documented performance that supports project goals without compromising design intent or long-term reliability.

Why NewtechWood? 

Acelab features NewTechWood in Material Hub because architects deserve decking solutions that don't force compromises between natural aesthetics and engineered performance, or between environmental responsibility and project durability.

NewTechWood demonstrates those compromises are unnecessary. When you use Material Hub for researching and specifying decking systems, you can connect directly with their team, who has developed products that respond to the challenges architects face when creating outdoor spaces that must perform beautifully for decades, not just seasons.

For more information about NewTechWood, explore their products in Material Hub.