Natures Composite manufactures composite products obtained from wheat and recycled plastics, thereby developing the decking and fencing industry.
With intent to distribute its decking material, under the name TerraDeck, the company affiliated with BlueLinx Corporation, known as BlueLinx. The distribution market targets certain locations like Denver, Colo., Tampa, Fla., and Portland, Oregon. However, the company is interested in extending its markets furthermore in 2012. BlueLinx, a pioneer in distributing building products is a key distributor, supplying eco-friendly products to the commercial, remodeling, residential, building, and repair market. It serves about 11,500 customers in 25,000 locations.
TerraDeck products are manufactured from domestic and renewable resources such as recycled plastics and cellulose from wheat straw. TerraDeck products are more advantageous and expected to be widely used due to its significant features of the materials employed for its manufacture. The materials are economic, eco-friendly, longer-lasting, and stronger. It can withstand extreme environments and resists moisture and insects. Natures Composites materials also have received ICC-ES verification for meeting industry code requirements.
The products from Natures Composites offer unique environmental benefits as they are sourced from domestic and highly renewable materials. One of the widely used, locally sourced materials include wheat straw, the agriculture industry’s by-product. Additionally, recycled plastics are obtained from nearby recycling companies, which minimizes accumulation in landfills, thereby improving the quality. The strong wheat fiber and recycled plastics combine to reduce disintegration or crack. It also offers protection against UV rays, moisture, rot damage and insects, eliminating the need for adding paint, harmful chemicals, stain or sealant.