PVC Cellular Decking: The New Composite

PVC Cellular Decking has become the new generation of decking and is the answer to customers’ demand for a long lasting, low maintenance deck.

Although Composites have been a popular choice for decking materials for years, Cellular PVC provides a long list of benefits over Composite products. In Cellular PVC boards, the wood fiber has been removed (unlike Composites) and made entirely from polyvinyl chloride creating a stronger material altogether.

PVC Cellular Deck Installed by KHI

Advantages of Cellular PVC decking include:

Mimics the Natural Beauty of Wood.Cellular PVC boards have embossed wood grain on both sides creating the look and feel of a wood deck.


Great Durability.  It can hold up to extreme weather conditions and is expected to last a lifetime. Since the boards do not have the organic filler that composites do, the boards will not mold, scratch, crack, splinter, warp or rot. In addition, Cellular PVC boards do not take in or give off moisture so they won’t shrink or swell.


Low Maintenance.  A cellular PVC deck does not ever require staining and/or sealing. The boards have a protective outer layer for easy cleaning. Just simply hose the deck down a few times a year to get rid of any spills or surface dirt and tend to accidental stains as soon as possible with household cleaners. No environmentally harmful cleaning products needed.


Better Color Retention.  Cellular PVC’s color will not fade. Though it is unlikely you will ever have to replace a board because it does not crack, warp or separate due in varying weather cycles, if you should have to replace a Cellular PVC deck board a year or two later, you will not see a difference in the color.


Improved Safety. The deep wood grain texture on Cellular PVC deck boards creates a much safer non-slip surface. The boards also maintain 20%-30% less heat retention than composites making it much cooler for your pet to walk on or walking barefoot. It also features a much higher fire resistance than wood or composites (some Cellular PVC’s have a Class A Fire rating).


Variety of Colors. Manufacturers have increased the variety of colors available to match any home and blend in with any outdoor environment.

Vinyl and Composite Railings Systems

Vinyl Deck Railings come in a variety of colors and styles and are made of PVC, making them tough, durable and virtually maintenance free. Although they are more expensive than wood railings, you can expect them to last much longer and survive harsh weather conditions. According to LP WeatherBest's Steve Weinstein, Brand Manager for outdoor living products, white PVC–capped composite railing is the fastest growing segment of the market. “It appears to be growing by about 20% to 25% a year,” Weinstein says.

Railing System Installed by KHI

Composite Deck Railings are mostly made of plastic mixed with wood fibers to create prefabricated railings that look like natural wood. Some railings have a similar density to real wood so they can be cut and finished (unlike vinyl railings). Composite Deck Railings are available in a wide variety of colors and textures.

Multi-Grain Flakes & Flaxseed Spice Powder

Being a South-indian, i love Spice Powders. They Come as a real help on a Lazy Day!!! Hot Steaming Rice, a spoon of Gingely Oil and a spoon of Spice Powder!!!!mmmmmm, Divine!!!! After seeing Dhaniya-Flaxseed Powder @ Priya's Place, i too thought of making something Spicy and healthy too. So, sort of mix and match, i tried this Spice powder, it was a super-hit and now-a-days, i always have it stocked in my Kitchen Pantry. I love this more than the normal Dosa-Milagai Podi for my Morning Idly/Dosa. Try it , you will definitely love it.

Ingredients

1/2 Cup Urad dal

1/4 Cup Chana Dal

1/4 Cup Peanuts, Skinned

1/4 Cup Flaxseed

1/4 Cup Multigrain Flakes (Oats, Rice, Barley and Wheat)

10-15 nos Red Chilies, Long Variety

Salt to taste

Method

• Dry Roast all the ingredients separately. Let it cool.
• Grind it to a fine powder in a Mixer. Store in an Air-tight Container.

• Serve it as Accompaniment with your South-Indian Breakfast specials Idly/Dosa or Mix it with Hot steaming Rice with a Dollop of Ghee/ Gingely Oil, tastes great.

Sending this to Kitchen Chronicles - Go Nuts, happening @ Archana's Space, Event by Kalyani

Paal Vaazhakka ~ Banana in Coconut milk ~ Dessert from Kerala ! - Guest post by Dhyuthi of Mélange

The guest for this month's guest post is from Dhyuthi of Mélange. As the name says, her space is a mixture of different ingredients. One could find authentic Kerala recipes, All time favorite Indian curries to delicious Brioche buns. My favorite recipes from her site are Chemmeen Thoran and Koottu Curry. When I asked her to do a guest post for Krithi's Kitchen she was all excited and asked me