Due to the excellent performance of the WPC(wood plastic composite) material itself and the very low cost or almost free in maintenance, the life cycle cost of Forestar product is considerably less than softwood. The price, to some degree, is not higher compared to softwood. Additionally, softwood decking is often warped, contains knots and is inconsistent in density, Forestar product is an ideal alternative product.

If it gets marked or damaged, then the scratch can be softened and blended back into the deck using either Danish or Tung Oil. Please see our                                                    for more details.

The most affordable option (applicable to free draining, relatively dry conditions only) is to use treated softwood. Although softwood substructure will become slimy/moldy easily over time, this is normally acceptable as it is not seen. We can also provide a composite substructure profile which is useful in wet conditions or areas with low air circulation. In particularly damp conditions where the deck is over 1 meter off the ground, we recommend the use of galvanized steel box section beams / hard wood structure or other stronger structure. 

Forestar product is mildew resistance, however, mold and mildew may adhere to dirt or dust on the surface of the board if it not stored or applied correctly. We recommend to clean it quickly with proper power. In a word, please do not exposed boards to high moisture or sweet environment and keep it dry and clean as best as you can.

Forestar product can adapt to various weather conditions. It will shrink in hot and expand in cold when installed. We recommend to put boards in the working spot 48 hrs before installation so as to make it’s adaptation to the weather.

Forestar products can be ripped only to reduce width. Please be very careful when fastening ripped boards and refer to our Installation Guides.