Exterior wood cladding
An overview of the different exterior floor coverings

Choosing the right wood species for your deck is the first decision to make. The choice should be based on three factors: budget, aesthetics and climate resistance.

Exotic woods are not for the budget-conscious, so select simple but resistant woods like spruce and pine.

The color of the wood deck can also be a feature to be taken into account when choosing a wood species.

Choose a species adapted or treated to suit the region's climate.

The depth of preservative impregnation is determined by risk classes defined according to the wood's use. The four main classes are :

• class 1: wood always sheltered, no humidification possible ;

• class 2: wood always protected from the elements, possible dampening by occasional condensation;...