10/21/2026
Here’s the part of your deck you never see again once the boards go down.
Most people choose their decking first and never consider what supports it.
Pressure-treated wood is the cheapest frame you can buy, and it’s the only one that rots, which matters more in South Carolina than in most places.
We broke down all four options: pressure-treated, Owens Corning composite, Fortress Evolution steel, and TimberTech aluminum. What each one does, what it costs you now, and what it costs you later.
Read it at russobuilds.com — link in comments.