Decking

What is decking?

A decking system is a specialized flooring designed for use in outdoor spaces. It is outdoor flooring that stands out for its exceptional durability against atmospheric influences.

The familiar composite decking is made of wood-polymer composites (WPC decking), while wood decking uses natural wood such as impregnated decking or thermowood decking.

Modern decking flooring is characterized by wooden look that adds warmth and elegance to outdoor spaces. The ability to easily install decking yourself makes these systems extremely popular among professionals and private customers.

Types of decking flooring

The market offers a variety of decking models, each with specific characteristics and purposes. The main distinction is between decking made of composite wood and natural wood. Each type has unique characteristics and offers different advantages.

What we offer products are based on innovations in decking, because composite material offers a number of important advantages. Our flooring is selected to meet the highest modern requirements for quality and appearance.

Classic Series

The Classic series from Artefino has an exceptionally natural look thanks to the high percentage of natural wood in it. It has no additional coatings, allowing you to feel the natural wood in the composite material when you touch it. It has technological protection from additives, such as UV protection and resins, to make it resistant to the aggressive effects of climate change.

The Classic series decking boards are distinguished by their pronounced relief, characteristic of this type of flooring. The boards are double-sided and in their standard form are available with a relief on one side and a smooth surface on the other. They are treated in a specific way to prevent slipping in the rain if you choose to have the smooth side of the board visible.

Classic profiles also offer excellent value for money. They are preferred by customers who are fans of natural materials and the feel of wood to the touch.

The color range in this series includes several basic shades., that blend harmoniously with different architectural styles. You can choose your decking color from the following options: teak, birch, coffee, dark chocolate, dark coffee, or dark gray. This stylish and durable decking from the Classic series ensures reliable service for years to come.

Lux series

The Lux series is a premium solution for customers who are particular about appearance. The luxurious models offer sophisticated options for decking decorations that contribute to a classy design. Maximum UV resistance is achieved through special additives.

The decking flooring from this series is characterized by color dynamics and grain typical of natural wood. The colors are in shades that resemble: teak, antique, ipe, walnut, oak, and birch.

Each board of a given color has unique color threads, 3D veneer, in perfect harmony and tone with all the others. This exceptional effect is achieved with technology that covers the board and provides protection and durability.

Composite decking is manufactured from recycled wood and polymers, making it an environmentally friendly solution. Thanks to its high durability and long life, it reduces the need for logging and use of natural wood. This gives you a modern and sustainable flooring that requires no maintenance and is kind to nature.

The two series from Artefino cover the full spectrum of needs – from standard to luxury applications. The choice depends on your budget, purpose, and personal preferences.

Advantages and application

Often referred to as decking parquet, the material offers a number of advantages over traditional flooring. Unlike decking tiles and other alternatives, this system provides a more natural look and offers better durability.

Decking for yard and garden

Skillful decoration of a garden with decking creates elegant walkways and relaxation areas. The decking itself decorative pavements fit harmoniously into the landscape design, and various yard decorations with decking elements add value to the property. The material is resistant to moisture, cold, and intensive use.

Decking for terraces and balconies

A terrace design with decking creates a cozy atmosphere for relaxation and entertainment. Lighter options are recommended for balconies, as they do not put excessive strain on the structure.

The right decking flooring for your terrace ensures comfort and safety. Installing decking on a terrace requires a good foundation, which should have a slope to properly drain rainwater that passes through the joints between the decking boards.

The 5 mm gap between the decking boards is extremely important for water drainage and is achieved by means of a clip that holds the boards apart. This is how the board is attached to the underlying structural profile. In this way the board is not pierced and its appearance is preserved, which is facilitated by concealed installation.

Decking legs are used to level and even out the base. They compensate for unevenness in the floor and provide a stable and even surface for installing the underlying structural profile. The decking boards are attached to it, thus not disturbing the waterproofing of the base. Thanks to them, the flooring becomes precisely aligned, strong, and durable over time. The use of decking feet provides the necessary ventilation under the flooring.

Wall decking

People often use the term “wall decking” to refer to composite wood wall cladding. It is also possible to install decking vertically or horizontally on a wall. Please note that there is a 5 mm gap between the decking boards.

If you want to completely cover the wall with decking boards, it is best to use specially made composite wood wall cladding, which is tongue and groove and fastened together with hidden fasteners. This will provide complete protection for the wall.

Wall coverings complement floor coverings, achieving greater aesthetics and elegance in the overall appearance of the space, and can be from the same series and in the same color.

Decking around a swimming pool

The areas around the pool require special attention and the use of non-slip surfaces. One Durable decking around the pool can withstand constant moisture, sun, wind, and the effects of chemicals., used for water maintenance.

Other applications

The outdoor flooring laid for the yard can include various decking elements, accents, and details. In addition to flooring, Decking boards are also used to cover concrete benches. for example.

They often enter as detail and in the construction of a fence, pedestrian and garage door. If you want to create a functional outdoor cooking area, Use decking on the grass for more comfort around the barbecue. It does an excellent job and fits perfectly into the overall design of the place.

How to choose the right decking product?

Choosing the right decking depends on several key factors.

The first factor is location. If you want to install decking on an outdoor terrace, it is best to choose a standard model with a 5 mm gap between the boards.

If you want to install decking on a semi-open terrace or in a restaurant and are looking for the look of wooden flooring, choose seamless decking, where there is no gap between the boards.

The second factor is the function of decking., that you are looking for. Decking boards are used for building flooring, but can also be used for building fences.

The very construction of decking requires compatibility between the product and the specific conditions of the site. In locations with significant elevation differences, where a decked veranda is to be built, it is necessary to construct a metal structure.

Additional elements, such as finishing profiles, stairs, and railings, must be planned in advance. Budget and personal preferences are also important criteria.

Assistance from Artefino

Artefino offers comprehensive customer service – from consultation and material selection to the finished project. The team of specialists has extensive experience in the implementation of decking projects.

For private customers

Private customers receive personalized advice on choosing the most suitable solution.

For companies

Artefino works with architects, construction investors, and construction companies to implement large-scale projects. Companies can count on our assistance in developing customized technical solutions and details for specific installations.

Ordering and Delivery

The company provides delivery throughout the country. Logistics processes are optimized for maximum customer satisfaction.

Installation

Professional decking installation is carried out by our certified teams upon additional request. You can install it yourself.

Support

Composite wood decking does not require annual maintenance. If it gets dirty, it can be cleaned with water alone.

Completed projects

The company's portfolio includes many successfully completed projects – from private houses to public buildings and entire complexes.