![]() ![]() And they easily surpass the top temperatures of composite decking. These differences will seem imperceptible without an IR thermometer like these tests used.īrick, clay, and poured concrete take the lead as the hottest out of all the materials we’ve covered today. Wood still ends up being slightly cooler on average, but your color consideration is what will make the most significant impact. But the temperature may also vary depending on the density of the wood itself.īut the difference between stained or painted wood (which you see most commonly for wood decks) and composite decking of similar color is less dramatic. The results are in, and looking at these tests, wood that hasn’t been stained or has a very light stain will be cooler on a hot day. Results: Will Composite Get Hotter Than Wood or a Patio? Read more: How Hot Do Pavers Get Around Pool Decks? On a sunny day at an outside temperature of 100☏, light pavers can reach upwards of 150☏, and dark pavers can get even hotter. In the direct sunlight on a hot summer day, poured concrete can easily get to 135☏. And in some warmer states like Arizona or Nevada, it can even reach 175☏.Īny paver made from brick, clay, or other ceramics will absorb and retain heat more than the previous materials mentioned. Note: Concrete pavers tend to be cooler than solid poured concrete. As a close comparison to the two tests above, here’s how hot these pavers can get when the outside temperature is 90☏: Now that we’ve seen how hot composite decking and wood can get, what about concrete and pavers? Test #4: Various Patio Pavers in 90☏Īll pavers will soak up the heat from the sun, but some stay at a more reasonable temperature than others. The conditions were mostly full sun, with only thin clouds at times. Here’s how hot each material got:Īll Flagstone Pavers Ranged: 119☏ to 126☏Ĭheck out the full post: How HOT Do Decks Get? Test #3: Trex, Stained Wood & Flagstone Pavers in 86° Fįor the third test, Trex, IPE hardwood, treated yellow pine, and pavers were left out all day at 86☏. Watch the video and see all the results: Decking Heat Test Comparison. The second test compares multiple decking materials, but our focus is on a light brown composite board and a painted wood board of a very similar color: Test #2: Composite & Painted Wood in 86° F Watch the full video: Does Composite Decking Give Out More Heat? So their temperatures may be different than if they were up on your deck (which has more air ventilation/movement around the boards). Note: One thing to point out, these boards were all on the ground in the cool grass. In this first test, five colors of Trex and two PT (pressure treated) lumber boards were left to bake in the sun for a few hours at 80☏. ![]() So we did our research and found various tests comparing the temperature differences between Trex colors, a few types of wood, and patio materials for comparison. The two main factors that determine how hot composite decking will get are if it’s in direct sunlight and the color of the boards. So today, we’re going to answer these questions and give you our best tips for keeping your deck cool when it starts to get hot outside. It’s nice to know if you can wear light socks or go barefoot without burning your feet. After all, you’re going to be spending a lot of the time on your deck during those long summer days. Does composite decking get hot enough to burn your feet and send you running back to the safety of your house? And will it get even hotter than a wood deck or a patio? ![]()
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