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TimberTech Terrain+ Composite Decking vs Trex Select Composite Deck Board

Both are capped composite boards that resist moisture, fading and staining, so the choice comes down to look, profile and feel underfoot. The TimberTech Terrain+ board is thinner and lighter, with a subtle sanded-oak grain and four-sided capping that protects the grooves. The Trex Select board is thicker, heavier and solid-edged, with a flatter, more uniform gray face and a long residential warranty. Pick TimberTech for a natural wood look and easier handling; pick Trex Select for a solid, traditional board and a thicker profile.

  • Choose the TimberTech Terrain+ if you want a subtle wood-grain look, lighter boards to carry and cut, and capping that covers the grooves.
  • Choose the Trex Select if you want a thicker, solid-profile board in a flat gray and a long-standing brand with a 25-year residential warranty.

Prices

  • TimberTech Terrain+ Composite Decking: $50.28 at Hartville Hardware (checked today)
  • Trex Select Composite Deck Board: $74.50 at Home Central (last seen Nov 5)
  • Difference: the TimberTech Terrain+ Composite Decking is $24.22 cheaper than the Trex Select Composite Deck Board at the latest prices (Nov 5 and Nov 10)
TimberTech
TimberTech Composite Decking, Terrain+ Collection Natural White Oak

TimberTech Terrain+ Composite Decking

TimberTech Composite Decking, Terrain+ Collection Natural White Oak

$50.28at Hartville HardwareChecked 3 h ago
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Pros
  • Subtle wood grain reads more like real white oak
  • Four-sided cap protects grooves as well as faces
  • Scalloped boards are easier to carry and install
  • About 85% recycled content
Cons
  • Thinner board feels less solid underfoot
  • Lighter weight can feel less rigid on wide joist spacing
  • Grain look is not for buyers who want a flat color
Trex
Trex Select 1-in x 6-in x 16-ft Pebble Grey Grooved Composite Deck Board

Trex Select Composite Deck Board

Trex Select 1-in x 6-in x 16-ft Pebble Grey Grooved Composite Deck Board

$74.50at Home CentralChecked Nov 5
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Pros
  • Thick, solid board with a substantial feel
  • Uniform gray face hides dirt and variation
  • 95% recycled content and US manufacturing
  • 25-year limited residential warranty
Cons
  • Little grain texture; reads as flat plastic up close
  • Heavier boards are harder to carry and cut
  • Grooved edge limits some fascia and stair uses

What separates them

TimberTech Terrain+ Composite DeckingTrex Select Composite Deck Board
Thickness24 mm, thinner and lighter to handle33 mm, thicker and heavier
ProfileScalloped underside cuts weightSolid profile that mimics traditional lumber
Surface lookSubtle sanded white-oak grain with blended colorSolid, uniform pebble gray with little grain
CappingFour-sided, including the groovesProtective outer shell on the visible faces
Edge styleSquare edge for a clean board lineGrooved board for hidden fasteners, square edge option
Recycled contentAbout 85% recycled materials95% recycled, made in the USA
WarrantyCapped composite warranty from TimberTech25-year limited residential warranty
CleaningSoap and waterSoap and water

Price history

$64.00$4.94
Nov 5Nov 10
  • TimberTech Terrain+ Composite Decking: lowest $50.28 on Nov 10 at Hartville Hardware.
  • Trex Select Composite Deck Board: lowest $4.94 on Nov 9 at Brazilian Lumber Miami.

Prices at every store

TimberTech Terrain+ Composite Decking

  • Advantage LumberNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $53.40Checked 3 h ago
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  • Ipe DepotNew

    In stock

    $53.40+ $77.00 shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • Deck DealsNew

    In stock

    $53.53+ $1,600.00 shippingChecked 3 h ago
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  • Hartville HardwareNew

    Availability unknown

    $50.28+ $8.95 shippingChecked 3 h ago
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Also available at

  • AdvantageLumber.comCheck price at AdvantageLumber.com
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Trex Select Composite Deck Board

  • Premium Decking SupplyNew

    In stock

    $64.49Checked Nov 9
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  • AdvantageLumber.comNew

    Availability unknown

    $63.36Checked Nov 9
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  • Home CentralNew

    Availability unknown

    $74.50Checked Nov 5
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  • Jaeger LumberNew

    Availability unknown

    $78.22Checked Nov 9
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Also available at

  • Brazilian Lumber MiamiCheck price at Brazilian Lumber Miami
  • ArborCheck price at Arbor
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Specs compared

SpecTimberTech Terrain+ Composite DeckingTrex Select Composite Deck Board
TypePlank / BoardPlank / Board
OutdoorYesYes
FinishNaturalGrooved, Natural
With Water ProtectionYesYes
Thickness24 mm thick33 mm thick

What reviewers say

TimberTech Terrain+ Composite Decking

Owners of TimberTech capped composites generally praise the low maintenance and the natural look of the subtle grain lines, and Terrain+ colors get credit for blending well rather than looking flat. Complaints tend to center on surface heat in full sun and on boards flexing when joist spacing is generous.

What people mention
  • AppearancePraisedOwners say the subtle grain and blended color look more like real wood than older composites.
  • MaintenancePraisedReviewers like that it needs no sanding, staining or sealing.
  • HeatCriticisedThe surface gets hot in direct sun, so bare feet suffer on summer afternoons.
  • FlexMixedScalloped boards are lighter but some installers note more give between joists.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a natural wood look?
The TimberTech Terrain+ board. Its blended color and subtle sanded-oak grain mimic real white oak more closely than the flat pebble gray of the Trex Select.
Which feels more solid underfoot?
The Trex Select. At 33 mm it is noticeably thicker than the 24 mm TimberTech board, so it flexes less and feels stiffer.
Does the thinner TimberTech board last as long?
Both are capped composites built for wet outdoor use. TimberTech caps all four sides, including the grooves, which protects the cut edges and underside. Trex backs its board with a 25-year limited residential warranty.
Is the Trex Select worth stepping up to?
Step up if you want a thicker, solid board and a long warranty from a well-known brand. Stay with TimberTech if the wood-grain look and lighter boards matter more.
Can both be used around a pool or in full sun?
Yes. Both resist moisture, fading and staining, and both clean with soap and water. The lighter TimberTech board stays cooler to the touch in direct sun than a thicker solid board.
Which is easier to install?
TimberTech's scalloped boards are lighter to carry and cut. Trex Select's grooved edge takes hidden fasteners cleanly, but the extra weight slows handling.

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