Benefits of Synthetic Lumber

Poly Kayak Rack hand-builds durable, eco-friendly and easy to maintain storage racks for kayaks, surfboards and SUPs from recycled HDPE (high-density polyethylene). The synthetic lumber we use mimics the look of real wood, but it’s made from 100% plastic. Other types of synthetic lumber include composite and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). These synthetic woods offer certain benefits, especially for outdoor projects.

Advantages of Plastic & Composite Lumber

Versatile and durable, synthetic lumber is made to look like real wood, but in many circumstances it outperforms it. Here are a few of the advantages to choosing synthetic wood. 

Durability

Without a lot of maintenance and upkeep, nature wood often succumbs to rot, decay and insect infestations, but synthetic lumber is highly resistant to all these things. It can also withstand harsh weather conditions, such as rain, snow and UV exposure, much better than traditional wood. This extra durability means products made from composite and plastic lumber have a significantly longer lifespan the products made from traditional wood.

Low Maintenance

Synthetic plastic lumber requires minimal maintenance, typically not much more than an occasional wipe down. Whereas most natural woods require regular staining, sealing or painting to protect it from the elements.

Environmentally Friendly

Plastic isn’t always thought of as environmentally friendly, but when it comes to synthetic lumber products it actually is. Most composite and plastic lumbers contain a high amount of recycled materials. The plastic lumber we use contains over 90% recycled HDPE plastic material. Using composite and other synthetic lumber helps keep plastic from ending up in landfills and reduces the demand for natural resources and deforestation. They also don’t require any of the harmful chemicals that are used to treat natural wood.

Waterproof

One major advantage of plastic lumber is that is does not absorb moisture. It will not swell, warp or rot, making it ideal for use in damp or wet environments such as decking, docks and kayak racks.

High Quality

Synthetic lumber is made from high quality materials. It is extremely strong and rigid, yet easy to work with. The boards are manufactured for consistency, which not only gives them a uniform look but also eliminates difficulties caused by variations. The boards can be cut, sawed, nailed and built with just like traditional lumber.

Benefit of Our Plastic Lumber Kayak Racks

Our poly kayak racks are made from recycled HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene). Just like decking and furniture made from composite wood, our plastic wood kayak racks are a durable, low-maintenance, and environmentally friendly option. Learn more about the benefits of our synthetic lumber kayak racks or shop our selection online now.