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European Design, Selected for Canada
Crafted from advanced Ecofiber Stone Composite, our products provide the perfect foundation for any project, combining sophisticated design with enduring strength.
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The Right Profile for Your Project
Our decking is available in two distinct profiles, allowing you to select the perfect balance of comfort, performance, and strength for your specific application.
Our hollow profile delivers the perfect balance of strength and comfort for most applications. The innovative design provides excellent performance while maintaining a comfortable feel underfoot.
- Residential decks and patios
- Light commercial applications
- Pool surrounds and terraces
Our solid profile is engineered for the most demanding environments. With its dense construction, it provides maximum durability and load-bearing capacity where it matters most.
- High-traffic commercial spaces
- Public installations and boardwalks
- Heavy-duty applications
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Short answer: Composite decking in Canada is a low-maintenance alternative to wood that resists moisture, UV and freeze-thaw. Tarimatec, distributed exclusively by Zinodeck, is a European-engineered stone composite — EPD-verified, backed by a 25-year warranty, and offered in 31 colours built for Canadian weather.
What is composite decking?
Composite decking is an engineered board that replaces natural timber for decks, patios and terraces. Instead of solid wood, it binds a fibre with a polymer matrix to create a surface that will not rot, splinter or need annual staining. In Canada, where decks face heavy rain, snow load, UV and repeated freeze-thaw cycles, that durability is the reason composite has overtaken pressure-treated lumber for premium outdoor living.
Not all composite is the same. The category splits into three families — wood-plastic composite (WPC), capped composite, and stone (mineral) composite — and the difference in how they handle a Canadian winter is significant.
WPC vs capped composite vs stone composite
The three composite types share a look but behave differently on water uptake, surface protection and heat. Here is how they compare, and where Tarimatec's stone composite sits.
| Property | Wood-plastic composite (WPC) | Capped composite | Stone composite (Tarimatec) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core material | Wood flour + recycled plastic | WPC core with a bonded polymer shell | Rice-husk fibre + crushed limestone in a mineral-polymer matrix — no wood flour |
| Water behaviour | Can absorb water through the wood fibre; prone to swelling | Cap resists surface water; exposed core edges can still absorb | Low water absorption tested to EN 317 (0.59% hollow / 0.38% solid at 24h) |
| Rot & mould | Wood content can feed mould over time | Cap reduces surface mould | No wood flour to rot or feed mould (EN 12038) |
| Slip resistance | Varies by brand | Varies by brand | Class 3 / R11 (UNE-ENV 12633) — rated for pools and high-traffic terraces |
| Certification | Usually self-reported | Usually self-reported | Tecnalia-verified EPD, ISO 9001 & ISO 14001, 25-year warranty, 100% recyclable |
WPC and capped boards are the North American mainstream. Tarimatec comes at it from the other direction: a mineral-rich composite engineered in Europe, so the properties that matter in a wet, freeze-thaw climate are third-party verified rather than self-asserted. For a like-for-like brand comparison, see our Trex alternative in Canada guide.
Built for Canadian weather
A deck in Muskoka, Calgary or the Lower Mainland has to survive standing snow, thaw runoff and intense summer UV — often in the same year. Tarimatec's low water absorption means less swelling through freeze-thaw, its mineral content holds colour under UV, and its Class 3 slip rating keeps wet pool decks and rooftops safe. The boards install on a concealed aluminium sub-frame with no visible screws, so water drains and the surface stays splinter-free. It is European-engineered and selected for Canadian weather — distributed exclusively across Canada by Zinodeck.
Tarimatec composite decking: specs & value
Tarimatec is a mineral-rich stone composite made from rice-husk fibre and crushed limestone — not wood-plastic composite. That composition is what you feel underfoot: a cooler surface in sun, stable colour, and water resistance where wood-flour boards swell. Every headline claim is tested to European standards and independently verified.
- Slip resistance: Class 3 / R11 (UNE-ENV 12633)
- Water absorption at 24h: 0.59% hollow / 0.38% solid (EN 317)
- Tecnalia-verified EPD; ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 certified
- 25-year warranty; 100% recyclable at end of life
- Rot & fungus not attackable (EN 12038)
- 31 colours across the Chromatic, Wood and Ethnic collections
Boards come in two profiles — hollow for most residential and light-commercial decks, solid for high-traffic and public installations — and install on a concealed aluminium sub-frame with no visible screws.
Explore the range
Browse every board and accessory in all Tarimatec products, compare the 31 tones in our composite decking colours and finishes guide, and complete the deck with matching decking accessories. Planning a budget? Use the deck cost calculator to estimate your project in CAD, then order composite decking samples to see and feel the material. For the full brand story and specifications, visit the Tarimatec hub, or read how the material earns its sustainability and EPD credentials.
Composite decking in Canada: FAQ
Is composite decking good for Canadian winters?
Yes. Quality composite resists the freeze-thaw swelling, rot and cracking that damage wood. Tarimatec's low water absorption (EN 317) and mineral composition mean it stays stable through snow load and thaw cycles, and its Class 3 slip rating keeps wet and icy surfaces safer.
Is there any wood in Tarimatec decking?
No. Tarimatec is a stone composite made primarily from rice-husk fibre and crushed limestone in a mineral-polymer matrix — not a wood-plastic composite. With no solid timber or wood flour, it will not rot, warp or feed mould the way wood does.
Is Tarimatec decking made in Canada?
Tarimatec is European-engineered and made in Europe (Spain), then selected for Canadian weather. Zinodeck is its exclusive Canadian distributor, shipping samples and project quotes across Canada.
How much does composite decking cost in Canada?
Full boards are quoted per project. The fastest way to estimate is our deck cost calculator, which prices your dimensions and colour in CAD; you can also order a low-cost sample first before requesting a full quote.
How long does composite decking last?
Tarimatec carries a 25-year warranty and is designed for a long service life with minimal upkeep — no painting, staining or sealing — and is 100% recyclable at end of life.
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