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Recent Project: Lakeway | Flintrock Falls | Decking | 05-29-26 | APS-4786

Trex Enhance Naturals Composite Decking in Toasted Sand | Trex Railing with Hog Wire and Lower Deck Repair

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This Lakeway decking project used Trex Enhance Naturals composite boards in a warm Toasted Sand tone. We paired the deck with a Trex railing system, hog wire panels, and pressure-treated lumber for the frame. Composite was the right call here, since it shrugs off 100-degree heat and cedar pollen without the yearly staining that wood needs. We also repaired the home's lower deck so both levels matched and felt solid underfoot.

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First Contact

This homeowner was a returning client. We had already completed the siding on this Flintrock Falls home, so they reached out to our salesman directly on March 30, 2026 to discuss a new deck.

Evaluation

We inspected both deck levels and checked the framing during the assessment. The lower deck showed age and needed repair, while the upper area was sound enough to support a full board replacement. Lakeway's limestone soil can cause slight shifting over time, which we accounted for.

PLanning & Approval

We walked the homeowner through Trex Enhance Naturals options and settled on the Toasted Sand color to match the home's exterior. The project was approved on April 9, 2026, covering the composite surface, railing, hog wire, and lower-deck repair.

Installation

Our crew worked across several days in May 2026. They repaired and re-secured the lower deck first, then framed and boarded the new upper surface with composite, and finished with Trex railing and hog wire panels.

Completion

Work wrapped on May 29, 2026, and we checked both levels for stability and level before handing it over. The homeowner received a matched two-level deck that needs no staining.

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We replaced and repaired the decking at a home in Flintrock Falls, Lakeway, TX, using Trex Enhance Naturals composite boards in Toasted Sand. The finished space now stands up to Central Texas heat with almost no upkeep.

Project at a glance

  • Service: Composite decking build with railing and lower-deck repair
  • Location: Flintrock Falls neighborhood, Lakeway, TX 78734
  • Vendor & product: Trex Enhance Naturals composite decking
  • Material: Composite boards in Toasted Sand, Trex railing, hog wire, pressure-treated framing
  • Timeframe: Approved April 9, 2026; installed and finished May 29, 2026
  • Standout outcome: A two-level deck that needs no staining and holds its color through 100-degree summers

Why did this Flintrock Falls home need new decking?

This was a returning client. We had already handled the siding on this home, so the homeowner called us back for the deck. The old lower deck had worn and softened in spots, and the family wanted an upper surface that could take the sun.

  • Existing lower deck showed age and needed structural repair
  • Homeowner wanted to skip the yearly sanding and staining that wood demands
  • Toasted Sand was picked to complement the home's existing exterior

What did we find when we inspected the deck?

Our crew walked both levels during the evaluation and checked the framing before any boards went down. The lower deck had areas that had lost their footing over the years, common on Lakeway's limestone soil where slight shifting is normal. The upper structure was sound enough to build on, but we planned a full board replacement rather than a patch.

We made one key call early: keep pressure-treated lumber for the posts and framing, then top it with composite. Wood framing is cost-smart and strong, and it never sees the sun or foot traffic the way the surface does. That mix gives you the durability of composite where it matters most, without paying for composite in places nobody ever sees.

What materials did we use, and why?

We chose Trex Enhance Naturals composite boards in Toasted Sand for the walking surface. Composite is the smart pick in this climate because it won't warp, splinter, or fade the way real wood does after a few brutal summers.

  • Trex Enhance Naturals boards in Toasted Sand for the deck surface
  • Trex railing system for a clean, matched look
  • Hog wire panels set into the railing for an open, modern feel
  • Pressure-treated lumber for the posts and structural frame

Cedar pollen is another reason composite wins here. In spring, that yellow film coats everything in the Hill Country. A composite surface hoses off clean, while wood soaks it in and stains.

How did the installation go?

The build ran across several days in May, wrapping up on May 29, 2026. Our crew repaired the lower deck first, then framed and boarded the new surface, and finished with the railing and hog wire.

  • Lower deck repaired and re-secured before new work began
  • Composite boards fastened over the pressure-treated frame
  • Trex railing installed with hog wire panels stretched taut
  • Site cleaned and both levels checked for level and stability

What were the results?

The homeowner ended up with a matched two-level deck that looks built as one piece. The Toasted Sand tone reads warm without going too dark, which helps in full Texas sun where dark boards get hot underfoot.

  • Zero staining or sealing needed going forward
  • Surface stays cooler and truer in color through summer heat
  • Repaired lower deck now feels as solid as the new upper level
  • Hog wire railing keeps sightlines open across the yard

Frequently asked questions

How long does a composite deck build like this take?

This project was approved on April 9 and completed on May 29, 2026. The actual on-site work ran over several days in May, since we repaired the lower deck and built the new upper surface in the same visit.

Why choose composite over wood in Lakeway?

Composite holds up to 100-degree heat, hail, and spring cedar pollen without the annual maintenance wood needs. You skip the sanding, staining, and splinter repairs that Hill Country weather forces on real lumber.

What did a project like this cost?

This retail decking job fell in the $15,000 to $20,000 range. The final price reflects composite boards, a full railing system, hog wire, and repair work on the existing lower deck.

Do you use pressure-treated wood anywhere on a composite deck?

Yes. We use pressure-treated lumber for the framing and posts, then finish with composite on top. It keeps the structure strong and cost-effective while giving you the low-maintenance surface where it counts.

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