Building a new deck is a series of decisions, and the right ones make all the difference. Below is your shopping list: the five components that go into every deck, the materials we carry for each, and the tools to help you plan a build that lasts. By the end, you'll know exactly what you need and where to find it.

  • Metal frame structure with a view of trees and mountains under a cloudy sky.

    Choose Framing

    The bones of your deck. Joists, beams, posts, and the hardware that holds it all together.

  • Choose Decking

    The surface you walk on. Composite, PVC, HDPE, mineral, or grated panel. We carry every option.

  • Choose Railing

    The frame around your view. Cable, metal, composite, or vinyl, each in dozens of finishes.

  • Choose Lighting

    Low-voltage post caps, recessed risers, and accent lights that bring it to life after sunset.

  • Trex Hideaway Universal Fastener Installation Tool Hardware Trex

    Choose Finishes

    Fasteners, fascia, trim, and the small parts that make a deck feel finished, not just functional.

Plan Your Project

Decking Types

The decking material you choose shapes the look, the feel, and the lifespan of your deck. Composite, PVC, HDPE, mineral-based, and grated panel each have their place, and the right one depends on your climate, your usage, and the look you want. Our comparison page puts them all side by side so you can see the differences clearly before you commit.

Compare Decking Types

Deck Design Tool

Test layouts, swap materials, change colors, and rotate your design in 3D. Our deck builder tool lets you experiment with the look and feel of your deck before you spend a dollar. It's the easiest way to know what you actually want, not just what looks good in a catalog.

Open Deck Design Tool

Material Calculator

Skip the guesswork. Enter your deck dimensions, pick a material, and our calculator returns the number of boards and fasteners you'll need, including a 10% buffer for cuts, waste, and on-site adjustments. No more buying too little and making a second trip, or buying too much and stacking leftovers in your garage.

Material Calculator