Other Applications
Besides of the decking application, which contributes a vast majority of the global use of WPCs, also other applications in the construction industry are being progressively penetrated worldwide by extruded composites and more is to come from ongoing developments.
siding/cladding
fencing
interiors
wall paneling
flooring
ceiling
doors & doorframes
pathways in the nature i.e. duckboards
stairs & rails
furniture
landscaping
As in extruded composites WPC-deckings is a major application for natural fibres, railroad crossties is for recycled plastics; see Composite Railway Crossties Status & Developments
Composite duckboards at Lahti city leading to Kilpiäinen bird watching tower - duckboards 95% from recycled materials and support beams 100% from recycled materials
Photos by Lahti City Environmental Councelling