2011 About.com Readers' Choice Awards: Best Decking

Materials:Wood -- it's the real thing that comes from trees. Different types of trees, but preferably hardwoods and woods that have proven through the years to be sturdy, weather resistant and able to withstand termites, rot and mildew. Redwood, cedar, ipe and teak are just some of the woods that are popular for decks.
History: Trees? They go waayy back.
Available at lumberyards and hardware stores for various prices. Availability can be limited to the area in which you live.

2012 About.com Readers' Choice Awards

Want to know what's going on with the awards in 2012? Vote for Best Decking 2012 and meet the five Best Decking finalists. See who made the cut!

The voting phase begins Wednesday, February 22, 2012 and continues through Wednesday, March 21. The winners, as determined by your votes, will be announced on Friday, March 30, 2012.