crazyal
Super Member
Pressure treated for a 8x12 deck is going to cost close to $200 for the decking. Depending on the prices in his area going with Ipe (the most expensive of the hardwood decking) will add about $500. If trying to do this to a budget then PT is your best option. But if composite decking is an option then the price difference isn't that great. In fact Cumaru and Tigerwood can be bought for about the same price as composite decking. They just aren't stocked by as many lumber yards.