Design Buy Build Issue 19 2016 | Page 107

Decking That Offers A Luxurious Hardwood Look And Ultra Low Maintenance James Latham’s latest range of premium composite decking offers the natural look and feel of tropical wood with outstanding performance properties including; minimum maintenance, superior stain resistance, extra high impact strength and a high friction surface. Manufactured in Germany by UPM, ProFi Deck is offered in two stunning design styles, UPM ProFi Classic Deck and UPM ProFi Design Deck. With two new additions for 2016, the UPM ProFi Classic Deck range offers the beauty of a hardwood deck without the high maintenance. Wood and cellulose fibres are encapsulated in specially selected polymers to provide lasting protection from the weather. The advanced composite technology provides superior resistance to UV, frost, stains and impacts when compared to traditional composite or wood decks. Rich colour tones and veins are combined with a natural texture that is a delight to touch. The impressive range now includes UPM ProFi Loggia S1 (a new addition for 2016), UPM ProFi Lifecycle S1 (also new for 2016) and UPM ProFi Lifecycle S2. The UPM ProFi Design Deck range gives outdoor living a fresh and modern feel. Renowned designers from around the world have been inspired to work with the wide colour range and clean looks. The Design Deck range includes UPM ProFi Deck 150 which offers high impact and scratch resistance, a reversible profile, a closed surface for low maintenance and Lignin-free colour durability. Plus, it is also manufactured using more than 50% recyclable materials. Richard Mosson, James Latham’s Group Cladding and Decking Manager commented, 107 “The WPC decking market in the US is currently worth $1.6 billion and is set to grow to $3 billion by 2020 which is enormous and here in the UK we are seeing its popularity growing all the time both in the commercial and residential sectors as the market comes to appreciate not only the low maintenance benefits but also the long term cost advantage.” He continued, “The quality of the UPM ProFi Deck range is exceptional. Longlife and ultra-low maintenance has been engineered into the product, plus, due to the innovative use of recycled materials – some of the range is made using up to 95% - it has won several international awards, with the product making a major contribution to reducing traditional landfill and incineration which is really important to James Latham.” www.lathamtimber.co.uk