Decking Cost Comparison
Wondering how Ekodeck compares to timber? Our handy cost comparison tool makes it easy to see the real decking costs over time.Comparison Calculator
Feel free to adjust the costs yourself to discover the long term savings of your investment.
Deck specifications
Time
$
per hour
Materials
$
per m2
$
per m2
Initial costs
| Ekodeck | Timber | |
|---|---|---|
| Type of board |
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| Board width |
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| Cost (lineal metre) |
$
per lineal metre
inc. GST |
$
per lineal metre
inc. GST |
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Savings Summary
Total cost breakdown: initial costs
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The above excludes:
Using chemicals to draw out tannins from new timber, or waiting 4-6 weeks weathering process required for new timber.
Restoring back to bare timber using paint stripper or sanding for previously painted or varnished timber.
Sanding back to fresh for weathered or grey timber.
Total cost breakdown: annual costs
| Ekodeck | Timber | |
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Maintenance
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Maintenance
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Summary
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The Ekodeck Difference
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