It’s worth noting that the Select boards are slightly thinner than the other types of Trex though, so we don’t recommend combining Trex Select decking with either Trex Enhance or Trex Transcend decking boards.
You won’t be able to use the Enhance line of decking as a cocktail board or drink rail (the board on top of your railing).You’ll see the scalloped profile on the cut ends of the boards, specifically on the deck’s outside corners and the ends of the stairs.However, there are a couple of things to consider about this profile: This feature makes them lightweight and easy to handle, without affecting the durability of the board (you won’t start bouncing on your deck if you chose the Enhance line of decking). But both the Enhance lines also feature a deeper grain patterns than the Select or Transcend lines, which hide scratching and marring more efficiently than the Select line.įor the color options and durability the Enhance Naturals line offers, the Enhance Naturals is one of Trex’s most popular options (approximately 45% of our decks are Enhance Naturals).Īlso unique to both Enhance Basics and Naturals is the scalloped profile of the boards. Enhance Naturals stands out with five two-toned choices, all with a nature-inspired, authentic wood grain appearance. With the black gradients Trex adds in a truly randomized pattern during manufacturing, each board will look slightly different from the next.īoth types of Trex Enhance have a softer cap than the Select or Transcend lines, meaning it’s not quite as hardy as the other lines of Trex. With the exception of the color options, both the Enhance Basics and the Enhance Naturals lines are identical. On the other hand, Enhance Naturals is considered better on the Trex tier. It’s a durable composite product but with the affordability of wood and comes in three traditional colors. The color options within the Enhance Basics line are monotone, meaning there is little variation from one board to the next. Trex regards Enhance Basics as good on their tier of decking options. Trex Enhance Basics (Good) & Trex Enhance Naturals (Better) Let’s dive into the details of each to help you decide which is best for you. Trex boards come in either a scalloped or solid profile, depending on the line. Also more on this later. Consequently, each type of Trex board will vary in how effectively it resists scratching and marring. More on this below. The composition of the cap is different on each tier. What color does Trex come in? There are plenty to choose from, but each color option is unique to the individual line of Trex. With the similarities covered, the key differences between the types of Trex decking come down to three things. The underlying structure for each tier of Trex decking lines are all framed the same way, and they all can be installed utilizing hidden fasteners for the decking boards.
They also all come with a 25-year fade and stain warranty, on top of the standard 25-year limited warranty on almost all Trex products. How the Types of Trex Are Similarīefore we jump into what makes each line of Trex unique, let’s touch on how they’re all similar.Įvery tier of Trex decking is capped, which gives them the same fade and stain resistance. Which is best for you? And how do they compare to each other? Stick around, and we’ll find out. Better (Trex Enhance Naturals and Trex Select lines).Like most things in life, Trex classifies their levels of decking as: There are three lines or types of Trex Decking, all of which can transform your outdoor space into the yard of your dreams where you’ll happily spend your days.īut what’s the difference between these Trex decking options? And are they all the same quality?
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