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Marine-Grade High-Density Polyethylene vs. Wood

Sometimes, it’s challenging to find the right materials for your project. With many options available, there’s no shortage of choices. Still, each project has its own specifications and conditions to consider. For instance, marine projects require a material that’s suitable for water yet strong and durable. Wood is the common material of choice, but marine […]

Why Build with HDPE for Low-Maintenance Boardwalks

Building a reliant boardwalk is not as troublesome as it may seem if you have the right materials. While traditional wood is the typical option, don’t neglect HDPE plastic wood. High-density polyethylene is a recent structural material perfect for marine applications. Read this guide on why the ideal building material is HDPE for low-maintenance boardwalks […]

Why Plastic Beams Are Replacing Wood and Concrete

There are a few materials every contractor uses to build new structures. Traditionally, these materials included wood and concrete. After all, they’re timeless materials often heralded for their strength and versatility. However, nowadays contractors often opt a more sustainable, equally strong, and equally compliant material: plastic lumber. Here are some of the main reasons why […]

How Synthetic Landscape Timbers Reduce Cost for Farmers

Agriculture is tough work. While there are many cost-cutting strategies available, synthetic landscape lumber has further reduced costs for the entire industry.

5 Common Commercial Applications of HDPE

High-density polyethylene (HDPE) is a rising thermoplastic resin material used for a wide variety of applications. Due to its high strength-to-density ratio, it’s proven reliable in residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. From individual water bottles to industrial piping, HDPE proves its worth. For example, here are five common commercial applications of HDPE you should know […]

The Unparalleled Longevity of Structural Plastic

The longevity of structural plastics is one of the biggest benefits of this alternative material option. Everyone knows that plastics present an ever-present issue today. Plastics take years—sometimes decades—to decompose. They’re also harmful to local ecosystems, and not many people know what to do with them. Still, scientists have found ways to recycle plastics to […]

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