Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Most decks are built with wood or composite decking—but is there a better option? In this episode of The Build Show, Matt Risinger puts a porcelain tile decking system through a series of real-world durability tests to see how it stacks up against traditional wood, composite, and PVC decking. From golf balls, bocce balls, and hammer impacts to scratch resistance, chemical exposure, fading, mold growth, and heat retention, this decking material faces some serious punishment. Watch as we compare performance, maintenance requirements, long-term durability, and overall value to find out if tile decking could be the ultimate low-maintenance outdoor living solution. Whether you're building a new deck, rooftop terrace, or waterproof deck system, this side-by-side comparison may change the way you think about decking forever.
Huge thanks to our episode sponsor, Mbrico.
Learn more at: mbricotiledecks.com
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Most decks are built with wood or composite decking—but is there a better option? In this episode of The Build Show, Matt Risinger puts a porcelain tile decking system through a series of real-world durability tests to see how it stacks up against traditional wood, composite, and PVC decking. From golf balls, bocce balls, and hammer impacts to scratch resistance, chemical exposure, fading, mold growth, and heat retention, this decking material faces some serious punishment. Watch as we compare performance, maintenance requirements, long-term durability, and overall value to find out if tile decking could be the ultimate low-maintenance outdoor living solution. Whether you're building a new deck, rooftop terrace, or waterproof deck system, this side-by-side comparison may change the way you think about decking forever.
Huge thanks to our episode sponsor, Mbrico.
Learn more at: mbricotiledecks.com
RSVP For BuildShowLive 2026 in San Antonio - Tickets on Sale May 1st bsl.buildshownetwork.com/EWfSx
➤CHANNELS:
Podcasts: @BuildShowPodcasts
Build Experts: @BuildShowNetwork
Build Show Live: @BuildShowLive
➤BUILD GEAR STORE:
build-gearstore.com
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Apple: apple.co/32AOwgU
Spotify: spoti.fi/3FXNg4X
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Facebook: facebook.com/buildshownetwork
➤THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
⚝ ARCLIN: arclin.com
⚝ HUBER: huberwood.com
⚝ PELLA: pella.com
These are trusted companies that Matt has worked with for years, and their support helps make these videos possible. We highly encourage you to visit their websites for more information.
