PRELUDE Volume IX

Built to Last:
MoistureShield ®
Composite Decking
Outdoor living spaces designed
to embrace the elements
Salty breezes and humid summer days are all too familiar
on Cape Cod. As more homeowners seek to optimize the
durability of outdoor spaces, innovative materials built to
withstand the elements are taking the crown over traditional
wood decking, patios, pools and outdoor kitchens.
Seasoned expert Tim Klink, owner of Coastal Custom
Builders, Coastal Land Design and Island Pools, has
seen this shift firsthand. As clients sought more durable
materials to replace wood for their outdoor oases, his
mission to find the perfect high quality, moisture-resistant
composite material began.
“We wanted to find a material that could withstand our
rugged coastal weather,” says Klink. Finding a moisture
solution for outdoor projects came at a crucial time as the
demand for outdoor entertainment spaces skyrocketed
during the pandemic. He was introduced to MoistureShield ®
Composite Decking by his go-to dealer Mid-Cape Home
Centers, one of the region’s most trusted suppliers.
“All MoistureShield decking products feature the Solid
Core manufacturing process for durability and moistureresistance,”
says Crystal Pieschel, Director of Marketing
for Mid-Cape. “Our builders love that it is perfect for the
coast, as it can be installed directly on the ground or even
under water.” The secret of the Solid Core manufacturing
process lies in its full encapsulation of each wood fiber.
Maintaining the authentic aesthetic of traditional wood
decking, MoistureShield ® Composite Decking is an
excellent moisture solution for harsh climates. “It is
easy to install and is a better product to use near the
water—you can submerge it and it won’t warp or rot,”
says Klink.
Mid-Cape carries the full collection of MoistureShield
products which include Vision ® , Meridian , Vantage ,
and Elevate , all available in a variety of on-trend
colors, textures, and price points. The Elevate line
has been a popular selection for homeowners replacing
traditional wood decks. Its grooved texture gives the
look and feel of a traditional deck, minus the maintenance
and accelerated deterioration of wood. Keeping the
deck cool is a breeze with MoistureShield’s CoolDeck ®
technology, available in Vision and Meridian lines, which
reduces heat absorption by up to 35%.
“Mid-Cape Home Centers have been trusted partners
and an excellent resource for us,” says Klink. With
the innovative and durable materials available in the
MoistureShield collection combined with guidance
from top suppliers like Mid-Cape, a backyard oasis that
embraces all of the elements is made possible.
Learn more about MoistureShield at Mid-Cape Home:
https://midcape.com/moistureshield
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