Composite Decking in Devon
Sylvan composite decking is a low-maintenance alternative to timber, made from recycled HDPE and wood fibre and tested to British and European standards. Choose from three colours and two board profiles, design your deck online and get a quote back fast. Factory-direct supply for merchants, contractors and confident DIYers, ready to collect from Newton Abbot.
Why choose composite decking over timber?
Composite decking keeps its looks without the yearly sanding, staining and oiling that timber needs. Sylvan boards are a wood-polymer composite (WPC): a blend of Grade A recycled HDPE, reclaimed wood fibre and UV-stable additives that resists rot, splintering and fading far better than timber.
Waterproof core
A fully sealed profile resists water getting in and the damage that comes from repeated wetting and drying.Low maintenance
No sanding, staining or oiling. An occasional clean is all it needs.Built to last
Engineered and tested to BS EN 15534 for long-term structural performance.Hidden fixings
A concealed clip-fix system gives a clean deck surface with no visible screws.Commercial grade option
Our solid-core board takes a maximum load of 2550N, 68% higher than our hollow-core range.Recycled content
Made with Grade A recycled HDPE and reclaimed wood fibre.Design your composite deck
Plan your layout, choose your colour and board, and the tool works out what you need. Send it when you are happy and your quote comes straight back by email. No sales visit, no waiting around for a call.
Prefer to talk it through? Call 01626 333823 or 01626 332059, email info@sylvanproducts.co.uk or visit www.sylvanproducts.co.uk.
Three colours, two board profiles
Every colour comes as a lightweight hollow-core board or a heavier solid-core board. Each board has 3D wood-grain embossing for a natural timber texture and grip, plus a co-extruded protective shield layer for extra resistance to fading, staining and scratches.
Anthracite
A deep charcoal grey for a sharp, modern finish
Silver
A light, cool grey that brightens a garden
Coffee
A warm brown with the look of traditional timberHollow core or solid core composite decking?
Hollow-core boards are the lighter, more cost-effective choice for most gardens. Solid-core boards are denser and stronger, built for commercial schemes, high footfall and longer joist spans.
3D Embossed Hollow Core
1520N
Maximum load (EN 15534-1)
The lightweight, cost-effective choice for residential gardens, raised platforms and poolside areas.
- 150 x 25 x 4000mm
- 2.83kg per metre
- Water absorption 2.8%
Solid Core
2550N
Maximum load, 68% higher than hollow core
Our heavy-duty board for high-footfall commercial, retail and public realm schemes, with a denser core for longer joist spans and better point-load resistance.
- 150 x 25 x 4000mm
- 4.92kg per metre
- Water absorption 1.2%
Composite decking technical data
Both boards share the same 150 x 25mm profile, 4000mm length and composition of 30% recycled HDPE, 60% wood fibre and 10% additives (anti-UV agent, antioxidant, stabiliser, colourant and lubricant). Full technical data sheets are available on request.
| Characteristic | Test method | Hollow core | Solid core |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum load | EN 15534-1:2014+A1:2017 | 1520N | 2550N |
| Modulus of elasticity | ASTM D7032-17 | 3880 MPa | 5880 MPa |
| Modulus of rupture | ASTM D7032-17 | 33 MPa | 42.3 MPa |
| Density | ASTM D792-13, Method A | 1.35 g/cm³ | 1.35 g/cm³ |
| Water absorption | ASTM D7031-11 (2019) | 2.8% | 1.2% |
| Linear thermal expansion | ASTM D7031-11 (2019) | 55 x 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ | 36.1 x 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ |
| Moisture resistance (cyclic) | EN 15534-4:2014 | Pass | Pass |
| Falling mass impact resistance | EN 15534-4:2014 | Pass | Pass |
| Reaction to fire | EN 13501-1 | Bfl-s1 | Bfl-s1 |
| Slip resistance (wet and dry) | ASTM D7032-17, Section 5.6 | 0.26 to 0.65 | 0.48 to 0.65 |
| Weight | 2.83kg/m | 4.92kg/m |
Decking accessories for a clean, screw-free finish
Every Sylvan board has a grooved fixing channel on both edges, so it takes hidden clip fixings and leaves the surface of the deck free of screws. Matching trims finish every edge neatly.
We supply everything you need alongside the boards, so you can order the full deck in one go.
- 7mm plastic spacers
- Stainless steel starter clips
- Locking clips
- Bull nose solid rounded edge board
- Angle flush edge trim, 50 x 50mm, 6mm deep
- End caps for the butt edge of hollow boards
Design, quote, pay, collect
Design
Plan your deck in our online tool: size, shape, colour and board profile.
Send
Submit your design. It goes straight into our quoting system.
Quote
Your quote for boards, clips and trims is emailed back to you quickly.
Accept and pay
Happy with it? Accept the quote and pay, and we get your order ready.
Collect
Pick up from Olympus Business Park, Newton Abbot, and fit it yourself or hand it to your contractor.
A composite decking supplier built for the trade
Sylvan is a supplier, not an installer. We buy direct from the factory and keep our prices sharp, which suits merchants stocking decking, contractors who supply and fit for their own customers, and DIYers who know their way around a sub-frame.
Everything is set up to be quick. Design online, get your quote by email, pay, then collect from Unit 21, Olympus Business Park on Kingsteignton Road in Newton Abbot, next to the B&Q roundabout. Trade enquiries from merchants and contractors across Devon are welcome.
Hire the kit from the same yard
Sylvan shares a home with Olympus Plant and Tool Hire, so you can pick up your decking and the kit to build it in one trip. Mini diggers, hole borers, mixers and garden equipment are all available to hire for preparing the ground and setting your posts.
Composite decking questions
What is composite decking made of?
Sylvan composite decking is 30% Grade A recycled HDPE, 60% wood fibre and 10% additives, including an anti-UV agent, antioxidant, stabiliser and colourant. That blend gives the look of timber without the rot or splinters.
What is the difference between hollow and solid core decking?
Hollow-core boards are lighter and more cost-effective, and suit most residential gardens. Solid-core boards are denser, take a 68% higher maximum load (2550N against 1520N) and are made for commercial and high-footfall areas.
Does composite decking need any maintenance?
Composite decking needs no sanding, staining or oiling. An occasional clean is all it needs to keep looking good.
Will composite decking fade?
Every Sylvan board has a co-extruded shield layer to resist fading, but long spells of strong sun can cause gradual fading over time. This is normal for composite decking and does not affect its strength or lifespan.
What size are the decking boards?
Both profiles are 150mm wide, 25mm thick and 4000mm long. Hollow-core boards weigh 2.83kg per metre and solid-core boards 4.92kg per metre.
How are the boards fixed down?
Sylvan boards use a concealed clip-fix system. Stainless steel starter clips, locking clips and 7mm spacers sit in the grooved edges of each board, so no screws show on the surface.
What fire rating does Sylvan decking have?
Both Sylvan boards are classified Bfl-s1 for reaction to fire under EN 13501-1.
Do you fit composite decking?
No, Sylvan is a supplier only. Most customers fit it themselves using the concealed clip system or use their own contractor, and many contractors buy from us to supply and fit for their customers.
How do I order Sylvan decking?
Design your deck in our online tool and send it to us. Your quote is emailed back, and once you have accepted and paid you collect your order from Unit 21, Olympus Business Park, Newton Abbot.
Do you supply trade customers?
Yes. Sylvan buys direct from the factory and supplies merchants, contractors and DIY customers. Merchants and contractors are welcome to get in touch about regular orders.
How much does composite decking cost?
The cost depends on the size of your deck, the board profile and the clips and trims you need. We buy direct from the factory to keep prices competitive, and the quickest way to an exact price is to design your deck online and get your quote by email.
Ready to plan your new deck?
Talk to us about composite decking
Phone: 01626 333823 or 01626 332059
Email: info@sylvanproducts.co.uk
Website: www.sylvanproducts.co.uk
Address: Unit 21 Olympus Business Park, Kingsteignton Road, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 2SN
Technical data sheets are available on request. For a quote, the quickest route is the design tool.
Sylvan Composite Decking is a brand of Sylvan Property Enterprise Limited. A slight variation in colour or shade may occur between production batches, and one delivery may contain boards from more than one batch. Prolonged sun exposure may cause gradual fading, and changes in heat and moisture can cause minor movement. This is a normal characteristic of composite and does not affect structural performance or lifespan when the deck is installed and maintained in line with the fitting guidelines.
The fastest way to a quote
Design your deck online and your quote comes straight back by email.
Design your deck