Any garden feature using wood necessarily involves a risk of rotting and decay over time. In most instances you'll need to properly treat and stain the wood in order to protect it from the elements, with regular re-applications to keep the protection levels up. But how do you know which treatment to choose? How can you be sure that you'll choose the right treatment to keep your wood in the best condition?

The last thing you want is your timber decking turning into rotten, slippery or decayed wood which makes an eyesore of your garden. Which is why the only sensible option is to purchase pre-treated, non-slip decking.

Decking which is treated with Tannalith® E preservative is both environmentally friendly and practical. Tanalith® E wood preservative is approved for use as directed under the Control of Pesticides Regulations (COPR) by the UK Health and Safety Executive. The biocides contained in Tanalith® E wood preservative are being supported under the Biocidal Products Directive. So you can be sure using decking treated with Tannalith® E preservative won't harm your surrounding environment. Also Tannalith® E preservative is not classified as hazardous waste. Wood treated with Tannalith® E preservative benefits from a 15 year warranty against decay and insect attack.

Treated timber decking is therefore a low-maintenance addition to your garden design and your home in general. Although we recommend washing down the surface of the timber and the inserts every 12 months - to remove dirt and mould build up, there is no need to apply further preservative treatment.

It is worth noting however, that since Tannalith® E preservative contains biocides, it is important to wash all exposed skin after handling and installing decking boards, especially before commencing other activities, especially eating, drinking, smoking, etc. Although not a hazardous waste, wood shavings and cuttings created during the decking installation process should not be used as animal bedding or litter.

Treated non-slip decking is an excellent addition to your garden or home design which won't negatively impact the environment. You do not need to worry about using harmful treatments which might affect surrounding animal or plant life. Simply sit back and enjoy your new non-slip decking feature, now and into the future.

Choosing a non-slip decking solution which is treated with a preservative is simply good practice. If you don't want to have expensive repair and maintenance bills or unsightly garden furniture and also want to keep your garden design safe to use all year round then this is the best option for you. For the environmentally conscious consumer, Tannalith treated decking is the best of both worlds.

Why choose Gripsure non-slip decking? Our boards are manufactured under strict quality control procedures. We use only the strongest softwood timber, along with the hardest non slip aggregate for our inserts. We have our own in house R&D department and can advise on a wide range of timber and finishes. Our decking is fast becoming the first choice for home owners and businesses across the UK.

Adrian writes on behalf of Gripsure - a company which is quickly becoming the UK's first choice for non slip decking.

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