Comparing the Cost of Composite Decking and Natural Wood

How do the costs of composite and natural wood decking compare? In many cases, without on-going maintenance costs like those associated with natural wood, the higher installation costs of composite decking can be recouped after just 5-6 years of use. In addition to higher maintenance costs, a wood deck will need to be replaced sooner than a synthetic/composite deck, a more significant cost altogether. The average lifespan of a composite deck is 25+ years as compared to 10-15 years for one made with pressure-treated wood.