# We're Back as The Deckheads!

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Podcast: [The Deckheads Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-deckheads-podcast-477069)
Published: 2026-02-12T16:08:40+00:00
Episode link: https://thedeckheadspodcast.podbean.com/e/is-composite-decking-worth-it-in-2026-heat-slippery-myths-real-costs-explained-contractor-talk/
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## Resource

People planning a deck all ask the same questions:Is composite decking slippery?Does it get too hot?Why does it cost so much?Is it actually worth it?In this episode of the Deckheads Podcast, deck store owners break down what’s changed in decking over the last 10 years — and which problems are real vs outdated advice.We explain how modern decking materials improved traction, reduced heat, and why pricing ranges so wildly between products. If you're budgeting a backyard project, this will save you from expensive mistakes before you build.00:00 Why People Still Believe Old Decking Advice07:04 What Actually Changed in Decking Over 10 Years11:56 Why Some Composite Decking Is Slippery21:04 Does Composite Decking Get Too Hot?23:20 Why Decking Prices Range So Much24:20 The Budget Question Homeowners Hate25:35 Real Example: A $50,000 vs $25,000 Deck26:56 Why We Give Honest Opinions (No Sponsorship)This is honest contractor discussion — not a tutorial and not sponsored.

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