How does Woodedtech WPC decking compare with timber in terms of surface temperature?
The full name of WPC material is wood plastic composite material. Generally speaking, Woodedtech’s ordinary wood plastic composite material contains 60% wood powder, 30% HDPE plastic, and 10% additives. Although WPC is a plastic material, it still retains some characteristics of timber. For example, the appearance of WPC looks very similar to natural timber.After surface…
The full name of WPC material is wood plastic composite material.
Generally speaking, Woodedtech’s ordinary wood plastic composite material contains 60% wood powder, 30% HDPE plastic, and 10% additives.
Although WPC is a plastic material, it still retains some characteristics of timber. For example, the appearance of WPC looks very similar to natural timber.After surface treatment,the feeling of hand touch is also very similar.
Tests have shown Woodedtech WPC decking has a similar surface temperature to timber of similar colours and finishes. Please note because grey is darker colour, it can get quite hot under foot, especially when new (similar to a dark painted timber decking board).