The difference is family -
PlasDECK isn’t a huge
cooperation. We’re a family business, and we’re a family of
boaters. Not only do we stand behind our products, we stand
on them. We use PlasDECK on our personal boats.
From the President of our company to the craftsmen that
build the decks here in our shop, we have all installed
PlasDECK on our own boats. We are all familiar with our
products and we all have the experience to help you with
your project.
Since we have first-hand experience with all of our products
we have been able to personally evaluate every aspect of our
decking and make changes accordingly. We are very confident
that PlasDECK is the best synthetic decking on the market.
We have a very strict quality vs. quantity policy at
PlasDECK. We are sure that you’ll be pleased by the results.
We believe in our products and we welcome you to join the
PlasDECK family of satisfied customers.
PlasDECK is the only synthetic teak decking that’s made in
the USA -
We are proud that all PlasDECK is
made in the
USA in the Akron, Ohio area. Akron is the polymer capital of
the world and we work closely with local engineers to
develop the best synthetic teak in the world. Much has been
learned over the years while working with first generation
PVC materials and PlasDECK has virtually eliminated all of
the previous problems. Scientists went all the way down to
the molecular level in order to engineer a product that is
superior to anything else available.
Non-migrating plasticizers –
All types of plastic contain
oils or “plasticizers.” These oils are usually free to move
around within the plastic. They will migrate to the surface
where they can be washed away, or the plasticizers will
migrate to the bottom of the material and compromise the
glue bond.
The oils in our PVC plastic will not migrate because the
oils are locked in place. That means that the PlasDECK won’t
dry out, crack, or crumble over time and the PlasDECK will
retain its superior adhesion. This proprietary process is
unique to PlasDECK decking material and can’t be found in
other synthetic decking products on the market. We have been
awarded two US Patents (US Patents
7,578,251 &
7,617,791).
The clean look of freshly oiled or wet teak –
PlasDECK looks
more like teak decking in its prime. Never gray or faded,
PlasDECK will always look like well-maintained teak. Our
color and graining are more accurate. Other synthetic
decking can appear too uniform, making it look less like
natural wood and more like plastic.
The best UV protection –
We use the very best UV protection
available, which is the same automotive-grade UV protection
used in modern automotive plastics. The UV protection goes
all the way through our material to stop fading. PlasDECK
has long-lasting good looks.
Antifungal Inhibitors -
Mold and mildew can and will grow in
all wet environments. However, with PlasDECK’s anti-fungal
additive, mold and mildew will wash off without staining
your deck.
Better Adhesion -
Testing proved that having a
embossed
surface on the underside of PlasDECK offers better adhesion
while using less adhesive than grooved designs. Earlier
products are more prone to premature release as it is
difficult to ensure all the areas of a grooved design are
filled evenly with glue. This can create voids that trap air
and moisture under the material and cause bubbles during
expansion when the sun warms it.
Patented Peel & Stick -
PlasDECK is also the only decking
system available with a Peel & Stick pressure sensitive
adhesive. Perfect for smooth areas, this pre-applied
adhesive will ensure a superior bond while promoting the
enhanced speed of installation desired in a manufacturing
environment.
Bleach -
Unlike other synthetic decking systems, PlasDECK is
unaffected by bleach. It won’t fade PlasDECK, so bleach can
be used on board without fear of discoloration.
