Probably the most difficult decision to make when building a wood deck is what type of decking to use. All three choices—5/4 x 6-in. radius-edged cedar, pressure-treated and composite decking ...

Standard 2X6 cedar decking boards cost between $4 and $8 psf. Pressure-treaded softwood (usually pine) is the most economical choice. It costs from $2 to $8 psf. The high cost of composite decking ...