Composite Decking For Holiday Parks: Pros and Cons

When running a holiday park, one of your main selling points is probably the connection to the outdoors. Chances are you’re promoting the idea of leaving the digital world and rediscovering nature. And one of the best ways to offer this is with decking alongside your holiday homes or caravans.

Composite decking is one of the most widely used materials for holiday home decking because it is durable, low maintenance and available in a variety of colours.

At Vinyl Solutions, we work closely with many holiday parks across the UK, providing design of configurations, installation and maintenance. We know everything there is to know about composite as a material, having been working with it for over 20 years. Over the years, we’ve created innovative decking designs using composite material that rivals wood, challenging the idea that traditional wooden decking is the best solution.

In this blog, we discuss the pros and cons of composite decking for your holiday park.

Advantages of Composite Decking For Your Holiday Home

Composite decking is quickly becoming one of the most popular choices across the UK to expand caravan and holiday homes.

The decking offers extra space that blends the inside of the space with nature.

So, why is composite decking gaining traction?

The material has many benefits, making it a worthy investment:

Enhanced aesthetic appeal – it mimics the looks of wood, offering a premium finish for a natural style.
Eco-friendly – our composite decking is manufactured using recycled HDPE plastic.
Low maintenance – it doesn’t require staining or sealing annually, saving you time for other park maintenance.
Exceptional durability – being a plastic, the material is highly durable and resistant to cracking, warping, and fading, even under heavy usage.
Safe for guests – the surface is slip-resistant and splinter-free, so your guests can safely walk on it carefree.

Creating a safe space that offers a mid-point between being outdoors and indoors creates an enhanced experience of staying in a holiday home or caravan. With composite decking, you don’t have to compromise on style to create the opportunity.

Considerations of Composite Decking For Your Holiday Park

While composite decking has many benefits for you and your guests, before jumping into using it, there are a few considerations to take into mind.

Higher initial investment – the cost of composite decking can be more expensive than other materials, such as uPVC.
Heat retention – while directly under the sun, it can absorb and retain the heat, meaning it can feel hot on bare skin.
Weight – it is heavier than uPVC decking, which can impact the installation process.

You should factor these considerations into your decision so that you don’t get a surprise when it is too late.

Comparing Composite and uPVC Decking for Holiday Parks

Now that you know the pros and cons of composite decking, let’s compare it to uPVC – another man-made material gaining popularity.

Composite Decking

Durability – highly durable with greater resistance to wear and tear, especially in high-traffic areas.
Aesthetics – offers a more natural wood-like appearance.
Maintenance needs – low-maintenance but should be cleaned periodically to remove dirt build-up.
Cost – typically has a higher upfront cost but offers better long-term value due to durability.

uPVC Decking

Durability – durable but may not withstand heavy traffic as well as composite.
Aesthetics – offers a wider range of colours for a sleek, modern look.
Maintenance needs – low-maintenance with minimal cleaning required.
Cost – lower upfront cost, making it budget-friendly.

Caring for Composite Decking in Holiday Parks

As with any part of your holiday park, you will need to make sure you maintain and care for the composite decking to expand its lifespan.

Composite decking is relatively low maintenance, especially when compared to wood, but there are a few tasks you and your team should complete throughout the seasons to make sure it is in tip-top shape for use.

Our top tips include:

Regular sweeping to remove debris.
Frequent cleans with warm, soapy water and a soft-bristled brush.
Inspect for damage and repair it as soon as possible.
Avoid using harsh chemicals on it.
Use furniture pads.

Is Composite Decking the Right Choice for Your Holiday Park?

Composite decking allows you to create an additional space for your holiday homes and caravans that blends nature with the comfort of the home.

Through the natural look and finish of composite decking, you can create a premium feel without the maintenance or slip risk of using wood.

Plus, composite decking is the more durable solution compared to uPVC or wood.

However, it does have a more expensive upfront cost and is usually heavier than uPVC, making installation more complex at times.

At Vinyl Solutions, we’re proud of our innovative composite decking. We’ve spent the past 20 years creating a material that is not only durable and aesthetically pleasing but also sustainable and environmentally friendly.

We know that your needs are unique to your park, and every home within the park will have different spaces and styles. This is why our service is bespoke to you, as we design the configuration and styling options around what you’re looking for and the space available.

All our decking is made in the UK, meaning we don’t have to worry about shipping delays and comes with a 10-year warranty, should you need it.

If you’re interested in adding composite decking to your holiday home, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team today. We can arrange a free, no-obligation site visit where one of our experts can see your site and learn more about your requirements before discussing a quote and time frame.

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