Wood is a natural product and due to its innate characteristics, it shrinks as it loses moisture and swells as it gains moisture. Changes in humidity and temperature can result in warping, checking, and splitting. The development of these seasoning characteristics is normal. Applying a water repellent or stain with water repellent as soon as the wood is dry to the touch will help to reduce the effects of seasoning and weathering.
2 - Why is MicroPro Sienna more eco-friendly?
A new generation of copper-based wood preservative – Micronized Copper Azole (MCA) – is used to pressure treat MicroPro Sienna. The copper is micronized or mechanically ground to sub-micron size for pressure treating without the use of solvents. This technology reduces the environmental footprint of MicroPro Sienna to less than half that of traditional treated wood.
MicroPro was the first, and is the only, wood treatment process to be certified as an Environmentally Preferable Product (EPP), by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), based on Life-Cycle Assessment.
UL GREENGUARD GOLD Certification indicates that MicroPro preservative technology has undergone rigorous testing and has met stringent standards for low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. Products certified to this criteria are suitable for use in schools, offices, and other sensitive environments.
Wood products treated with MicroPro technology are eligible for more green building points toward NGBS Green Certification than other treated wood.
3 - Warranty?
We're using MicroPro Sienna brand wood products produced and used in Canada are backed by the MicroPro Sienna Lifetime Residential Limited Warranty for first owners against structural failure caused by fungal decay or termites.
Trex decking is designed for a low-maintenance experience. A simple soap-and-water clean is all it takes.
5 - Why is Trex® decking better than wood?
Trex products offer superior durability and performance that you can't get from wood. Trex decking resists termites, won't rot, warp, or splinter-and never needs staining or painting. What's more, Trex decking is made from 95% recycled materials: That's an eco-friendly decking choice you can feel great about.
