Cutting Edge LONG LASTING
Trex composite decking, posts and railings resist the fading, staining, warping, rotting, mold and mildew that solid wood surfaces battle. Trex comes in 15 hues and is available locally at T.W. Perry. Pictured here, Clamshell decking with a Transcend railing. twperry.com; trex.com

FANFARE
Craftmade’s Mobi 60-inch outdoor ceiling fan boasts three blades, an LED light and a clean-lined silhouette. The fan comes in three finishes; pictured here with Grey Wood blades and an Aged Galvanized metal base. Available locally through Ferguson. ferguson.com; craftmadefansolutions.com

PREMIUM QUALITY
Zuri Premium Decking by Royal replicates the rich look of exotic timber in a low-maintenance, engineered-wood material that comes  in five wood-look colors (Pecan is pictured). Scratch-, stain- and slip-resistant, it is available through Royal Building Products. zuri.royalbuildingproducts.com

LIGHTWEIGHT
A patented blend of polypropylene and mineral filler inside Deckorators Vault decking sets it apart from other composite products by making it lighter-weight and easier to handle—but with the same high level of durability. deckorators.com

THE REAL THING
Though ipe is more expensive than composites and requires frequent sealing, extreme durability and striking color variations have made it a popular decking product. Panels of this richly grained Brazilian hardwood are typically available in three- and four-inch widths from Deckscapes of Virginia, located in Catharpin. deckscapesofva.com

WOOD LOOK
Distinction—a line of Envision composite decking from TAMKO Building Products—comes in four hues that mimic wood grain by incorporating knots and four to six shades and highlights on each board. Spiced Teak is pictured. envisiondecking.com