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Trex® Composite Decking, Railing and Trim
Accents . Brasilia
. Contours . Escapes . Origins . Railing . Trim

Tarheel Wood Treating is the largest stocking Trex dealer in North Carolina

The enjoyment of a Trex deck is truly timeless.
The combination of reclaimed wood and plastic in Trex products offers the best qualities of both these materials. The plastic shields the wood from moisture and insect damage, so there's no rotting or splintering. The wood in the product protects the plastic from UV damage and provides your deck a solid, natural feel. Trex deck owners don't have to worry about costly and time-consuming sealing, staining, or replacing damaged deck boards, and it looks great year after year.

Trex Advantages over Wood Deck Surfaces

  • Will not rot or deteriorate due to harsh weather
  • Available in three finishes — smooth, wood grain or tropical hardwood
  • Splinter-free
  • Contains no toxic chemicals or preservatives
  • Resists moisture, insects and sunlight
  • The perfect choice for pools, hot tub, spas
  • Excellent traction, even when wet

Trex® offers a full range of rich colors to consider when planning your deck - making your design options truly limitless. Mix and match colors to create unique patterns and color combinations all your own.

Trex decking is a very popular wood and plastic composite. The Trex process is supported by patented technology and developed know-how. With field installations nearly a decade old, Trex decking and railing is a proven performer. Our national building code listing by the three major U.S. building code agencies is unequalled by any other non-wood decking alternative.

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25 Year Warranty Information
The Trex 25-year limited residential warranty offers coverage against material defects in workmanship and materials, and against splintering, splitting, checking, rot, decay and termite damage.

Trex Residential Warranty details
(pdf, 23 KB)

Trex Decking Installation Guide   (pdf, 23.5 MB)

Trex Building Specs


Trex Accents
The grain is subtle. The beauty isn't.
There's nothing like the understated beauty of a subtle wood grain. Trex Accents offers you the warm, natural look of wood, but with the carefree ease of Trex. Best of all, both sides of Trex Accents can be used - with a subtle wood grain pattern on one side and a smooth, refined look on the other. The possibilities are endless, but not the maintenance.

Winchester
Grey
Saddle
Madeira
Woodland
Brown

Trex Accents decking

  Trex Accents Decking Profiles:
5/4 Board = 1.1" x 5.5"
2x6 Board = 1.5" x 5.5"

Trex Accents is reversible. The wood grain of Trex Accents on one side, the smooth surface of Trex Origins™ on the other. Together, they give you unprecedented freedom to create a unique outdoor space. Create a warm, traditional feeling. Or make it clean and contemporary. Work with spectacular curves and patterns. Or combine textures with rich colors. Whichever direction you choose, the possibilities are endless.


Trex Brasilia™
The beauty of the rainforests comes home.
Imagine taking off your shoes and experiencing the lush feel and exotic look of tropical hardwood, right in your backyard. Trex Brasilia brings home the rich beauty of the rainforests, but leaves behind all of the headaches of wood. Brasilia is so simple to install and maintain. Unlike rainforest timbers, there's no oiling, staining or pre-drilling required. All you'll ever have to work on is your tan.

Amber
Espresso
Cayenne

Trex Brasilia decking



Trex Brasilia Decking Profiles:
5/4 Board = 1" x 5.5"
5x5 Grooved Board = 1" x 5.5"

With Trex Brasilia, you'll find everything you love about the distinctive, exotic look of tropical hardwoods without having to worry about the effects of time and climate. Enjoy the kind of subtle shadings and natural color variations that can only be found in Trex Brasilia. Now available in a grooved board.


Trex Contours™
A more dramatic look. A more dramatic value.
So you love the rustic charm of wood, but you’re tired of all the splinters? Say hello to Trex Contours. It offers bold, dramatic grain with the casual, barefoot comfort that only comes with Trex. Here’s the best part: Trex Contours is priced to deliver an exceptional value, which makes it even easier to say goodbye to wood for good.

Forget wood. Step up to Trex Contours for:

  • Bold and dramatic grain pattern
  • Structured profile for lighter weight & strength
  • Price designed to provide exceptional value
Madeira
Winchester Grey
Saddle

Trex Contours

Trex Contours Profile
Trex Contours Profile:
5/4 Board = 1.1" x 5"


Trex Escapes
Escape to easier outdoor living.
For the ultimate in worry-free outdoor living, there's no substitute for Trex Escapes. Engineered with revolutionary cellular PVC technology, Escapes offers unsurpassed stain, scratch and mold resistance, natural beauty that's guaranteed to last, and the convenience of soap-and-water cleaning. Quite literally, outdoor living doesn't get any easier than this.

Trex Escapes deck

  • Cellular PVC technology
  • Unparalleled stain, scratch and mold resistance
  • Natural lasting beauty
  • Convenient soap-and-water clean up


Trex Escapes



Trex Escapes
Profile:
5/4 Board = 1" x 5.5"

Acorn
Sahara
Pewter

Trex Origins
The power of simplicity.
This is the original Trex® style that revolutionized the decking industry. The smooth surface and refined profile of Trex Origins will give your deck a sleek, contemporary look. Trex Origins bends and shapes to create spectacular curves and distinctive patterns you couldn't possibly achieve with wood. Creating a stunning, modern outdoor living space like no other.


Winchester Grey
Saddle

Trex Origins decking

Trex Origins Decking Profiles:
5/4 Board = 1.1" x 5.5"
2x6 Board = 1.5" x 5.5"


Trex Sizes
Width (nominal)
Thickness
(inches)
8' 12' 16' 20'
1 x 8
 
x
 
 
2 x 4
 
x
x
 
2 x 6
 
x
x
x
5/4 x 6
 
x
x
x
2 x 2 Baluster
x
   
2 x 4
Chamfered Handrail
75"
     
TRIM -- Nominal Thickness (in.)
   Lengths (ft.)
Trim
Sheet
Corner Board -5/4
x4
x6
   
Bead Board  - 5/8  
x6
   
Trim Board  - 1/2  
x48
Trim Board  - 5/8  
x48
Trim Board  - 3/4
x4
x6
x8
x10
x12
x48
Trim Board  - 1
x4
x6
x8
x10
x12
x48
Trim Board  - 5/8
x4
x6
x8
x10
x12
x48
 
4 x 4
Railpost
52"
Post Caps Flat, Pyramid

Trex Installation Tools and Fasteners

Intricate shapes, profiles, and patterns are possible with trex. No special tools are required. For best results, use carbide-tipped blades and router bits.

Trex can be assembled with most traditional fastening methods. It is recommended to install all fasteners perpendicular to the boards. Suggested fasteners are composite screws or hidden fasteners.

Trex Decking Installation Guide   (pdf, 23.5 MB)

Trex Building Specs

Trex Trim

Trex trim photo

Introducing the newest Trex product line. Trex extends easy maintenance past the deck to reduce call backs and repair costs on house trim.

  • Durable, long-lasting beauty
  • Superior workability -- cuts, fastens & paints easily
  • Unique protective film -- from plant to install

Fascia, Risers & Trim Profiles


Corner Board


Trim Board


Bead Board

1x8 Board = .75" x 7.25"
1x12 Board = .75" x 11.375"
(Trex Origins)

7/16x12 Board = .4375" x 12"
(Trex Escapes)

Trex Trim Color
Classic White

Trex Trim Installation Guide
(pdf, 83 KB)


Trex Color Choices and Natural Weathering

The Trex colors' weathering process is normal and does not harm the product.
Because of its wood content, natural color shifts do occur in Trex products. Twelve to sixteen weeks of exposure to sunlight and rain are typically required for Trex to achieve its faded color. This process is completely harmless to Trex products and does not affect their durability.

The "after weathering" color of Trex may be different from the colors shown in the Trex Color Palette guide. There may also be color variation between boards. This is normal and gives Trex its distinctive look and character.

The weathering process may be accelerated in dry areas by periodically wetting down the deck using a garden hose. Areas in heavy shade, or vertical components such as posts and balusters, may take considerably longer to fade.

Note: On each color image below, on the left is the new color finish and on the right is the weathered color finish.

Trex Accents® Color Choices    Click on each color to see a larger image

winchester grey Accents
Winchester Grey starts out in varying shades of brown and weathers to deep rich grey hues when exposed to sunlight and water.
saddle Accents
Saddle is a deep tan and weathers slightly while maintaining its rich tones.
madeira Accents
Madeira is a reddish brown and weathers slightly while maintaining its reddish brown hue.
woodland brown Accents
Woodland Brown is a dark brown and weathers very slightly.
Trex Brasilia® Color Choices    Click on each color to see a larger image 
amber brasilia
Burnished Amber has subtle variations of tan and rich brown which will slightly lighten while maintaining the pattern and shadings.
cayenne brasilia
Cayenne is a variegated deep red and black which weathers slightly to warmer hues.
espresso brasilia
Espresso is a variegated deep brown and black which weathers slightly to warmer hues.
Trex Contours® Color Choices    Click on each color to see a larger image
Contours winchster grey
Winchester Grey starts out in varying shades of grey and weathers to deep rich grey hues when exposed to sunlight and water.
Contours maderia
Madeira is a reddish brown and weathers slightly while maintaining its reddish brown hue.
Contours saddle
Saddle is a deep tan and weathers slightly while maintaining its rich tones.
Trex Escapes™ Color Choices    Click on each color to see a larger image
Escapes Acorn
Acorn is a rich, medium brown that lightens very little over an extended period of time while maintaining its rich look.
Escapes sahara
Sahara is a natural tan color that lightens very little over an extended period of time while maintaining its natural look.
Escapes pewter
Pewter is a deep, rich grey that lightens very little over an extended period of time while maintaining its deep look.
Trex Origins™ Color Choices    Click on each color to see a larger image
Origins winchester grey
Winchester Grey starts out in varying shades of grey and weathers to deep rich grey hues when exposed to sunlight and water.
Origins saddle
Saddle is a deep tan and weathers slightly while maintaining its rich tones.
Trex Post Caps Color Choices    Click on each color to see a larger image
winchester grey Accents
Winchester Grey starts out in varying shades of brown and weathers to deep rich grey hues when exposed to sunlight and water.
saddle Accents
Saddle is a deep tan and weathers slightly while maintaining its rich tones.
madeira Accents
Madeira is a reddish brown and weathers slightly while maintaining its reddish brown hue.
woodland brown Accents
Woodland Brown is a dark brown and weathers very slightly.
amber brasilia
Burnished Amber has subtle variations of tan and rich brown which will slightly lighten while maintaining the pattern and shadings.
cayenne brasilia
Cayenne is a variegated deep red and black which weathers slightly to warmer hues.
espresso brasilia
Espresso is a variegated deep brown and black which weathers slightly to warmer hues.

Trex Railing Systems

A Trex deck is not complete without Trex Railing. The two go hand-in-hand, working as a team to create your perfect outdoor experience. Railing brings more colors, styles and shapes to a deck’s overall look – opening up even more design possibilities while bringing the same durability, strength and timeless beauty of Trex Decking.


Trex Artisan Railing is  the perfect compliment to your trex deck.
Trex Artisan Series Railing

A timeless look, without the wasted time of painting. Complete your new Trex deck with the classic elegance of Trex Artisan Series Railing. The look of painted wood beautifully complements any traditional architecture. Because it’s made from the revolutionary Fibrex® material, Trex Artisan Series Railing® will not vibrate, squeak or rattle. Fibrex® offers significant strength benefits with minimal thermal expansion frequently seen in vinyl railing systems. And of course, because it’s Trex, the Artisan Series will never rot, splinter or warp - so there’s no painting, staining or sanding required. more info

  • Easy Assembly - precisely tooled to fit together quickly for the do-it-yourselfer or contractor.
  • Low Maintenance - durable, weatherproof composite is easy to keep clean.
  • Finished Quality - innovative design prevents vibrations, squeaks and rattles.
  • Safety - sturdy railing system lends additional safety in the outdoor environment.

  • Trex Artisan™ Railing Color
    Classic White

    Available in Railing Kits

    Trex Artisan Series Railing Components

    • Trex Artisan Top Rail
    • Trex Artisan Bottom Rail
    • Trex Railing Support Brackets
    • TrexExpress Artisan post Assembly Tool
    • Trex Artisan Rail Gaskets
    • Trex Post Sleeves
    • Trex Artisan 1 3/8" Balusters
    • Trex Artisan Post Cap
    • Trex Artisan Post Skirt
    • Trex Artisan Post Sleeve
    • Trex Artisan Baluster Spacer

    Trex Artisan Components Guide (pdf, 522 KB)

    Trex Artisan Series Railing Installation Guide (pdf, 574 KB)


Trex Traditional Railing
Trex Traditional Railing

A classic never goes out of style. Trex Traditional Railing goes above and beyond your average railing solution to offer the perfect complement to your deck. Featuring the same durability and ease of maintenance you expect from Trex decking, a Trex Traditional Railing can be configured in a variety of patterns to match the individual style of any home.

Trex Traditional Series Railing Colors
Burnished Amber
Cayenne
Madeira
Saddle
Winchester Grey
Woodland Brown

Trex Traditional Railing Components

  • Trex 5/4 x 6 Top Rail
  • Trex 2x4 Top Rail & Bottom Rail
  • Trex Rail Post
  • Trex Post Sleeves
  • Trex 1 3/8" Balusters
  • Trex Fascia

Trex Traditional Railing Installation Guide
(pdf, 953 KB)


Trex railing designs dispaly at Tarheel Wood Treating
There are many unique designs that can be used for Trex Decking and Railing.


Trex Designer railing system
Trex Designer Series Railing

Easy to install. Easy to care for. Hard to ignore. Nothing complements the look of a Trex backyard quite like Trex Designer Series Railing. Available in all six decking colors, it provides an elegant frame for the piece of art that is your Trex deck. The shaped rails and post caps create a distinctive and striking profile. And our innovative TrexExpress™ Assembly System makes installation a snap.

Trex Designer™ Series Railing Colors
Burnished Amber
Cayenne
Madeira
Saddle
Winchester Grey
Woodland Brown

Available in Railing Kits

Trex Designer Series Railing Components

  • Trex D.S. Top Rail
  • Trex D.S. Bottom Rail
  • Trex Railing Support Brackets
  • Trex Rail Post / Post Sleeve
  • Trex Balusters
  • TrexExpress Trex Railpost Assembly Tool
  • Trex Post Cap / Post Sleeve Cap
  • Trex Post Skirt / Post Sleeve Skirt
  • TrexExpress Trex D.S. Railing Post Sleeve Assembly Tool

Trex Designer Series Railing Components Guide (pdf, 404 KB)

Trex Designer Series Railing Installation Guide (pdf, 384 KB)


Trex Railing System Profiles





More trex railing design possibilities
Trex Railing display at Tarheel Wood Treating


Trex Cleaning Tips

All exterior building materials require cleaning. We recommend basic cleaning with a composite deck cleaner or a combination of soap, hot water, and a soft bristle brush at the time of installation, and semi-annually (typically Spring and Fall) after the installation. This will help to maintain the beauty of Trex decking, fencing, railing, and outdoor trim.

Trex Cleaning Guide
(pdf, 138 KB)



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