Learn more about the benefits of opting for NeoTimber\u2019s grooved composite decking.<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Grooved composite decking is a popular choice for landscaping your garden<\/a>. Most decking boards have two different ‘reversible’ sides<\/a>, and many of our customers opt for the grooved side over the more smooth wood-grain texture<\/a> as it is more slip-resistant<\/a> and provides your garden with depth.<\/p>\nNeoTimber\u2019s composite decking<\/a> has two types of \u2018grooves\u2019, these include the surface texture grooves and the side grooves… both very different. All of the NeoTimber\u00ae deck boards<\/a> come equipped with both types of \u2018grooves\u2019 each with separate benefits.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>![\"grooved](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/decking\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/05\/NeoTimber-Grooved-Composite-Decking-Guide-Pic1.jpg\" "\\"NeoTimber")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>We have put this blog post<\/a> together to help you with your decking decisions and educate you on the differences and benefits – don\u2019t you worry, the research has been completed for you. Below outlines and explains the difference between both types and how they enhance the performance and finish of composite decking<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>NeoTimber\u2019s Grooved Composite Decking: The Surface Texture Grooves<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Firstly, let us tell you about NeoTimber\u2019s surface texture grooves, which in traditional timber boards<\/a> effectively have rows of lines cut into the wood, but in NeoTimber\u2019s case – moulded into the composite. The benefits of having surface grooves face-up for your decking project is that it offers you that traditional decking look which many opt for.<\/p>\nSurface grooves also provide better slip resistance particularly with our range of anti-slip composite decking boards<\/a>. Although no solution is 100% slip-resistant, NeoTimber\u2019s range is the closest you will get. If you are looking for enhanced slip resistance, we do advise opting for grooves over woodgrain<\/a> which again all NeoTimber\u2019s deck boards have both.<\/p>\nThe grooved side of our boards outperforms the woodgrain side when wet however laying your boards either side up or perpendicular to the general direction of traffic will elevate the low slip potential of your decking area.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/div>![\"grooved](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/decking\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/05\/NeoTimber-Grooved-Composite-Decking-Guide-Pic2.jpg\" "\\"NeoTimber")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Another benefit of opting for grooved composite decking is that this design aids water run-off on the surface of the deck. This only is effective if the composite deck boards<\/a> are fitted with a slight fall and laid down in short lengths as opposed to longer length boards which can hold moisture. Water runoff is only effective if the boards are maintained correctly<\/a>, and dirt hasn\u2019t built up in the gaps.<\/p>\nNeoTimber\u2019s grooved composite decking boards can be used hand-in-hand with woodgrain effect boards<\/a> to create attractive contrasts. This technique we see time-and-time again in garden spaces and many want to create unique looking decking areas that become a focal point in their gardens. A prime example of this being done is with picture-framing. Our picture-framing guide<\/a> should offer you with bundles of design tips if you are interested in this feature.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>NeoTimber\u2019s Grooved Composite Decking: The Side Grooves<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>All our composite deck boards<\/a> come equipped with side grooves that are designed to work hand-in-hand with our purpose-built fixings<\/a>. This design is the industry standard for many composite boards and our solution is purpose-built to work excellently with our decking.<\/p>\nOur 3mm Metal FastClips<\/a> work very well with our boards as they allow for adequate expansion and contraction between the boards. This process happens throughout the year with different weather conditions. Both our metal and 6mm plastic FastClips<\/a> remove the need to fix with screws which prevents the boards from expanding and contracting which can cause them to buckle. Therefore instead – we suggest using concealed fixings that aren\u2019t visible.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>![\"grooved](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/decking\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/05\/NeoTimber-Grooved-Composite-Decking-Guide-Pic3.jpg\" "\\"NeoTimber")
<\/span><\/div><\/div>Another benefit of using our clip system is that these are hidden beneath your boards providing you with the exact same spacing gap between boards (unlike fixing screws which can damage the boards but also don\u2019t look that aesthetically pleasing to the eye).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div><\/div><\/span>Order Some Samples And See The \u2018Grooves\u2019 For Yourself<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>The above guide should have hopefully explained the difference between surface grooves and side grooves and provided you with some technical benefits to both. Now you have the 411 on composite decking grooves – why not order a sample of our products<\/a> to see the grooves yourself and get a little more insight into the NeoTimber\u00ae range of composite decking<\/a> that we offer?<\/p>\n<\/div>![\"grooved](\"https:\/\/neotimber.com\/decking\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2021\/05\/NeoTimber-Grooved-Composite-Decking-Guide-Pic4.jpg\" "\\"NeoTimber")
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Grooved composite decking is a popular choice for landscaping your garden<\/a>. Most decking boards have two different ‘reversible’ sides<\/a>, and many of our customers opt for the grooved side over the more smooth wood-grain texture<\/a> as it is more slip-resistant<\/a> and provides your garden with depth.<\/p>\n NeoTimber\u2019s composite decking<\/a> has two types of \u2018grooves\u2019, these include the surface texture grooves and the side grooves… both very different. All of the NeoTimber\u00ae deck boards<\/a> come equipped with both types of \u2018grooves\u2019 each with separate benefits.<\/p>\n<\/div> We have put this blog post<\/a> together to help you with your decking decisions and educate you on the differences and benefits – don\u2019t you worry, the research has been completed for you. Below outlines and explains the difference between both types and how they enhance the performance and finish of composite decking<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Firstly, let us tell you about NeoTimber\u2019s surface texture grooves, which in traditional timber boards<\/a> effectively have rows of lines cut into the wood, but in NeoTimber\u2019s case – moulded into the composite. The benefits of having surface grooves face-up for your decking project is that it offers you that traditional decking look which many opt for.<\/p>\n Surface grooves also provide better slip resistance particularly with our range of anti-slip composite decking boards<\/a>. Although no solution is 100% slip-resistant, NeoTimber\u2019s range is the closest you will get. If you are looking for enhanced slip resistance, we do advise opting for grooves over woodgrain<\/a> which again all NeoTimber\u2019s deck boards have both.<\/p>\n The grooved side of our boards outperforms the woodgrain side when wet however laying your boards either side up or perpendicular to the general direction of traffic will elevate the low slip potential of your decking area.<\/p>\n<\/div> Another benefit of opting for grooved composite decking is that this design aids water run-off on the surface of the deck. This only is effective if the composite deck boards<\/a> are fitted with a slight fall and laid down in short lengths as opposed to longer length boards which can hold moisture. Water runoff is only effective if the boards are maintained correctly<\/a>, and dirt hasn\u2019t built up in the gaps.<\/p>\n NeoTimber\u2019s grooved composite decking boards can be used hand-in-hand with woodgrain effect boards<\/a> to create attractive contrasts. This technique we see time-and-time again in garden spaces and many want to create unique looking decking areas that become a focal point in their gardens. A prime example of this being done is with picture-framing. Our picture-framing guide<\/a> should offer you with bundles of design tips if you are interested in this feature.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> All our composite deck boards<\/a> come equipped with side grooves that are designed to work hand-in-hand with our purpose-built fixings<\/a>. This design is the industry standard for many composite boards and our solution is purpose-built to work excellently with our decking.<\/p>\n Our 3mm Metal FastClips<\/a> work very well with our boards as they allow for adequate expansion and contraction between the boards. This process happens throughout the year with different weather conditions. Both our metal and 6mm plastic FastClips<\/a> remove the need to fix with screws which prevents the boards from expanding and contracting which can cause them to buckle. Therefore instead – we suggest using concealed fixings that aren\u2019t visible.<\/p>\n<\/div> Another benefit of using our clip system is that these are hidden beneath your boards providing you with the exact same spacing gap between boards (unlike fixing screws which can damage the boards but also don\u2019t look that aesthetically pleasing to the eye).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> The above guide should have hopefully explained the difference between surface grooves and side grooves and provided you with some technical benefits to both. Now you have the 411 on composite decking grooves – why not order a sample of our products<\/a> to see the grooves yourself and get a little more insight into the NeoTimber\u00ae range of composite decking<\/a> that we offer?<\/p>\n<\/div><\/span><\/div>NeoTimber\u2019s Grooved Composite Decking: The Surface Texture Grooves<\/h2><\/span>
<\/span><\/div>NeoTimber\u2019s Grooved Composite Decking: The Side Grooves<\/h2><\/span>
<\/span><\/div>Order Some Samples And See The \u2018Grooves\u2019 For Yourself<\/h2><\/span>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Compare Our Ranges<\/h2><\/span>