sustainable decking

Recycled, reclaimed, remarkable

Fiberon offers consumers durable product options that save natural resources and are produced in a virtually waste-free manufacturing process. From raw material sourcing to homeowner maintenance, Fiberon outdoor living products incorporate the following sustainable practices and benefits:

Made from Locally-Sourced, Recycled Materials

  • Fiberon products consist of the following recycled and reclaimed content:
    Fiberon Product Recycled Content Reclaimed Content
    Outdoor Flooring™ PVC Decking
    25%
    10%
    Horizon™ Decking
    74%
    8%
    Tropics® Decking, Premium Grain
    Decking
    , Professional Decking and
    Railing
    61%
    8%
    Inspirations™ Railing, Horizon Plus™ Railing
    34%
    20%
    Enclave™ Fencing
    84%
    8%
  • All composite products’ recycled content is sourced within 500 miles of our manufacturing facilities.
  • Composite products are made from recycled, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) which includes plastic milk jugs, shampoo and laundry detergent bottles. HDPE has higher tensile strength for denser, durable products that also withstand higher temperatures better than lighter weight LDPE. Used with HDPE, wood flour is acquired from ground window trim, doorframes, lumber and cabinet pieces. HDPE encapsulates the wood to resist harsh weather, splintering and decay.
  • 100% of PVC material is reclaimed in our manufacturing process.
  • Fiberon diverts over 33,800 tons of wood and plastics from landfills and incinerators each year.

Produced in an Energy Efficient, Virtually Waste-Free Manufacturing Process

  • The use of closed loop water cooling systems allow for zero water discharge.
  • 98.5% of all material waste is recovered from our manufacturing processes.

Safe for your Home and for the environment

  • All products are urea formaldehyde-free.
  • No toxic chemicals are used in the manufacture of Fiberon products.

Contributes to High Performance Green Buildings

  • Contributes to high performance green buildings and points for recycled content.
  • Designed for easier installation—40% fewer screws reduce installation time 30%.
  • Fully reversible boards minimize product waste during installation.

Safe for Your Home and for the Environment

  • Urea formaldehyde-free; No toxic chemicals are used in the manufacturing of
    Fiberon products.
  • Products do not splinter; protecting workers and users from potential injuries.
  • Products are recyclable after their useful life.

Sustainable—Durable Performance Year after Year

  • Fiberon products deliver long-term performance that requires no chemical preservatives,
    paint or stains that are common for wood decks, railing and fencing.
EPA’s GreenScapes

Fiber Composites is proud to be an ally of the Environment Protection Agency’s (EPA) GreenScapes, a program that promotes cost-efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for landscaping. Designed to help preserve natural resources and prevent waste and pollution, it provides research, guidance, publications and online calculator tools that can aid in your decision making and implementation of more sustainable landscape solutions.

Green Scapes Certificate

The GreenSpaces Decking Alternative Cost Calculator demonstrates that environmentally preferable decking options are very cost competitive.

EPA on decking