Adorn Your Northern VA–Suburban Maryland Property
With A Lovely Pressure-Treated Wood Deck
Shiner Exteriors Specializes In Designing And Building
Beautiful, Up-To-Code, Functional Wood Decks That Last
Deck building with wood is an art form. A new, custom pressure-treated wood deck is an excellent exterior remodel investment for your Northern VA–Suburban Maryland property.
A wood deck expands living space, creates a deeper connection with nature, elevates your exterior’s style, and boosts property value.
What style of wood deck are you interested in?
- A larger, complex wrap-around deck.
- A multi-level deck with a staircase.
- A simpler attached deck.
- A detached or ‘floating’ deck.
Shiner Exteriors has been in business since 1981 and has successfully installed hundreds of custom wood decks. We ensure your deck isn’t just beautiful but 100% up to code and built to last. Learn more about wood decking and our services. Don’t hesitate to contact us for more information or to get your project started.
Basics Of Wood Decking In Northern VA–Suburban Maryland
We’ve broken down the basics of wood decking into two sections. First, a simple explanation of pressure-treated wood. Second, a quick rundown on high-end, expensive hardwood decking options.
Pressure-Treated Decking
Pressure-treated decking is natural wood decking. Chemicals are applied to the wood using high pressure to make it resistant to moisture, rot, decay, insects, and physical damage.
It’s required for exterior use where wood is exposed to the elements, unlike your kitchen cabinets, floating wood shelving, or furniture inside.
- You get the timeless, natural look of wood decking that you cherish.
- When properly maintained, treated wood (vs. untreated) lasts 2-4 decades longer.
- While it requires upkeep, this upkeep pales in comparison to untreated lumber.
Decades ago, pressure-treated wood got a bad reputation for a strong chemical odor, but the wood we use today is better. Modern science and manufacturing have brought us more efficient, less toxic treatments that still deliver the performance and longevity deck owners need.
Exotic Hardwood Decking – Ipe & Tigerwood
For ‘luxury’ wood decking, we turn to exotic Brazilian hardwoods. This kind of wood is considerably more expensive than pressure-treated and composite decking, so it’s not as common.
Hardwoods are denser and stronger and aren’t chemically treated. Expect more aesthetic grains, less maintenance, and increased durability against rot, moisture, insects, etc. These decks can easily withstand our extreme Northern VA–Suburban Maryland weather.
Two Common Types Of Hardwood Decking
- Ipe: One of the hardest (scratch-resistant) woods found on earth, so it can LAST you a lifetime. Ipe is also less susceptible to expansion and contraction.
- Tigerwood: Another one of the planet’s hardest woods with a stunning pattern. Tigerwood is a bit less expensive than Ipe, as it doesn’t last quite as long.
If you’re considering a hardwood deck, please discuss the details with a Shiner project consultant. After a thorough inspection and measurements, we’ll give you a spectrum of options to suit your needs and budget.
Two Great Alternatives To Wood Decking
Maybe you haven’t decided whether you want a wood deck. They do require some maintenance and upkeep. Let’s quickly look at two alternatives to wood decking that you may be interested in learning more about. It’s good to have options!
Trex Composite Decking
A Trex deck needs no sanding, painting, staining, sealing, or pressure washing. These ultra-durable, weather-resistant deck systems can withstand decades of usage. Trex also provides outstanding warranty protection that simply isn’t available with wood.
TimberTech Composite Decking
TimberTech kicks the benefits up a few notches for a more premium composite. Their boards are fully capped with a protective shell, rather than on only three sides like Trex boards, and they offer an extensive palette of decking colors and finishes.
A Gallery Of Custom Wood Decks
Feast your eyes on this handful of custom wood decks. No two are the same. Sitting down and discussing your vision with our deck team opens up a world of design possibilities. Get the absolute most value out of your decking investment with Shiner!
What Locals Say About Shiner Teams
Curious about what our customers have to say about our company, teams, workmanship, process, and the whole nine yards? Great! We have 900+ reviews for you to browse. Here’s a small sampling with the link to all the rest below.
Will definitely call them when we do need a new…
We had a company come to our door, Roof Simply, saying they noticed missing shingles. After walking the roof line they said we needed a new roof due to missing shingles and hail damage. We wanted another opinion so called Shiners to see what they had to say. After they came out to check our roof, they said the roof had life left for 3-5 more yrs. It just needed some shingles replaced and some caulking around the chimney. We appreciated their honesty and were back within a week to repair the damage. Will definitely call them when we do need a new roof.
Based on our experience, we recommend considering Shiner for exterior…
We went with Shiner to replace all 26 windows in our house. From the sales call to the actual installation, Shiner was professional, courteous, and responsive. We had easy contact with the project coordinator, who kept us informed with progress of our install. The only delay was the window manufacturer running a week late producing our large order (not Shiner's fault). Shiner provided a large crew that installed the windows in a single day (including frame repairs) and finished the exterior trim the next day. Based on our experience, we recommend considering Shiner for exterior projects.
We highly recommend this company !…
We contacted Shiner Exteriors for some major roof and gutter works and are extremely pleased with the entire process. The company is very responsive. Joe Francis visited our home in no time, did a thorough investigation, gave us clear explanations about the issues, and offered several options for renovation and repair. The roof and gutter crews delivered fast, efficient and highly professional work. The teams are extremely dedicated and work together like a very well-oiled machine. It was a pleasure to watch them make progress. We are extremely pleased with the result! Also the clean up afterwards was perfect. Thank you! We highly recommend this company ! Marc Quintyn McLean
They provided a reasonable quote to fix the problem
Everything was done well and the house looks great
We have been impressed with every Shiner representative
Why Shiner Is The Right Choice For Your Decking Project
The long-term value and enjoyment you get out of your deck largely depend on the skill of the team that builds it. See why hundreds of home and business owners across the Northern VA–Suburban Maryland region are glad they chose Shiner to make their decking dream a reality.
Materials That Work For Our Area
If we build you a deck with pressure-treated wood, it’ll be built to withstand our region’s weather. If we build you a composite deck, you’ll get even MORE weatherability and longevity! We offer a wide selection of different weather-ready materials to suit your budget.
A Well-Built, By-The-Book Deck
Decking projects are complex, intricate, and time-consuming to complete correctly. Our experienced team tackles every detail and finds great solutions to challenges to ensure your deck follows every best practice and coding requirement—without question!
Skilled Deck Master Crews
Your specialized Shiner decking team will be masters of the craft, not amateurs. Decking isn’t one of many things they do. It’s their niche skill set. They’ve proven their abilities to design and build incredible decks over time and have all appropriate licensing.
Demonstrating Our Values In Your Deck
To Shiner, a new custom deck isn’t just a deck. It’s a work of exterior remodeling art. Whether made of wood or composite, you’ll see the heart and core values we demonstrate in our work: honesty, accountability, service, respect, reliability, and more.
A Long-Standing Reputation Of Trust
Shiner Exteriors has completed hundreds of decks and thousands of exterior remodeling projects across the Northern VA–Suburban Maryland community. Our reputation is built on trust, coming through on our promises, and delivering results that exceed expectations.
Important Wood Decking FAQs
How Hard Is It To Maintain A Wood Deck?
Those who choose pressure-treated wood decking often do so because they adore it. So, to them, the sanding, priming, painting, staining, etc., is more a labor of love. Is it hard? Some might say yes, while others say no and say the extra upkeep is well worth it. Others who like wood grains and finishes but not the upkeep choose a composite deck.
How Did You Get Into Decking?
Shiner Exteriors started as a roofing company in 1981, and roofing has been a specialty ever since. Right away, we started running into situations where we needed to remove an older deck to get to and replace a flat roof. After working with us, our customers wanted us to design and build a new deck rather than relying on someone else, so adding the service was an easy fit.
What Other Exterior Remodeling Services Do You Offer?
Along with decking, Shiner is here to upgrade all your exterior systems:
How Long Will My Wood Deck Last?
It depends on your chosen wood and how well you care for it. For example, pressure-treated pine, spruce, or fir typically lasts between 20 and 40 years with good TLC. Specialty hardwoods like ipe can last a lifetime (75+ years). Less specialty or less expensive hardwoods can last 25-30 years with proper maintenance.
Can I Finance My Wood Decking Project?
Absolutely. When the deck you’re investing in is larger or more complex, financing helps make it more affordable. There are a variety of different plans you can consider to control your budget better. Let your project consultant know you’re interested. You can also visit our financing page for more information.
Do You Build Decks In My Areas?
Our office is located in Sterling, Virginia. We serve Northern Virginia, Maryland, and the Suburban Maryland region. Visit our Service Area page to learn more. You can also visit our Latest Projects page to see what we’ve been up to.
How Long Will My Wood Decking Project Take?
During your project consultations, we’ll provide a detailed and reliable timeline for your decking project based on several variables. These include the size/scope of your project and the materials you choose. For example, if you opt for specialty wood, it can take longer to obtain the amount you need than a more readily available composite or pressure-treated wood.
Will I Have To Speak With A Salesperson?
No, we’re not going to try and sell you anything. That’s not our job. Whether you choose pressure-treated wood or a Trex or TimberTech composite deck, our job is to provide an impeccably built and installed deck that lasts and performs. Our decking team will help with the details – design, features, benefits, accessories, project scope, budgeting, etc.
How Much Will My Wood Decking Project Cost?
It’s impossible to say in a general sense without knowing the materials we’ll be using and the total square footage of decking we’ll be designing and building for you. Once we can inspect your property and understand what you want, we’ll provide options with different price points. This phase of your project may take some back and forth, but it pays off in the results.
Which Is Better: Wood Or Composite Decking?
It’s really not a matter of better or worse but a balancing act of features and benefits. Wood decks and composite decks are different and deliver different kinds of enjoyment to different people. What matters is which kind of deck best suits your needs, budget, and style. Our team will help you navigate your options to get the most bang for your buck!
Get Your Exterior Remodeling Project Started
Shiner Exteriors stands ready to update your Northern VA–Suburban Maryland home or business: Roofing, Siding, Windows, Doors, Decking, and Gutters. Reach out and connect with us. Let us know what kind of exterior remodeling you’re interested in. We’ll schedule an inspection and an on-site consultation at your earliest convenience.
