Probably the most difficult decision to make when building a wood deck is what type of decking to use. All three choices—5/4 x 6-in. radius-edged cedar, pressure-treated and composite decking ...

Weather-resistant softwood is a middle-of-the-road choice in terms of price. Standard 2X6 cedar decking boards cost between $4 and $8 psf. Pressure-treaded softwood (usually pine) is the most ...