Trex currently manufactures six decking lines, ranging from a budget-friendly entry composite to a fire-rated PVC product launched in early 2026. Every line is made from up to 95% recycled materials and carries a warranty between 25 and 50 years.
The right line depends on your budget, how much direct sun your deck takes, whether fire resistance is a local code requirement, and how much the grain detail matters to you.
Why Composite Decking Outlasts Wood
Wood decks absorb moisture. That causes boards to swell, rot at fastener points, and degrade over time. With regular staining, sealing, and board replacement, a typical wood deck lasts 10 to 15 years.
Meanwhile, a composite shell keeps moisture out at the material level, which is how Trex decks maintain their structure and color for 25 to 50 years, depending on the product.
All 6 Trex Product Lines, Compared
| Product Line | Material | Warranty | Tier |
| Enhance | Composite | 25 years | Good |
| Select | Composite | 35 years | Better |
| Transcend | Composite | 50 years | Best |
| Transcend Lineage | Composite | 50 years | Best |
| Signature | Composite | 50 years | Luxury |
| Refuge | Cellular PVC | 50 years | Specialty |
Trex Enhance
Entry-level composite with a scalloped underside that reduces board weight and improves deck drainage. Shell coverage wraps three sides of the board.
Available in Basics (solid tones) and Naturals (textured wood-grain).
Five specific colors include Trex’s SunComfortable heat-mitigating technology: Cinnamon Cove, Golden Hour, Honey Grove, Tide Pool, and Pebble Beach.
Pros:
- Lowest cost per square foot in the entire Trex lineup, making composite accessible on tighter budgets
- Heat-mitigating technology available in five colors, uncommon at this price point
Cons:
- Three-sided shell coverage, offering less underside protection than the capping on other lines
- 25-year warranty, the shortest coverage in the composite lineup
Trex Select
Mid-range composite backed by a 35-year limited warranty.
Select offers six-plus color options across monochromatic and multi-tonal finishes.
One important note: Select boards are slightly thinner than every other line in the Trex portfolio.
Pros:
- 35-year warranty, a meaningful step up from Enhance’s 25-year coverage
- Curveable boards with a clean, polished finish and an expanded color range as of 2025, including three colors with SunComfortable heat-mitigating technology
Cons:
- Thinner than all other Trex lines, which means it cannot be combined with other lines on the same deck surface
- SunComfortable technology is limited to three colors (Malted Barley, Millstone, and Whiskey Barrel); the two legacy colors, Saddle and Pebble Grey, do not carry heat-mitigating technology
Trex Transcend
Trex’s flagship composite line, backed by a 50-year limited warranty.
Deep, high-definition wood-grain texture, strong resistance to fading and staining, and 10 color options across five Earth Tones and five Tropicals. Boards are curveable for custom deck shapes.
Trex’s own documentation designates Signature as the most scratch-resistant board in the lineup.
Pros:
- 50-year limited warranty with 10 color options and strong resistance to fading, staining, and scratching
- Curveable boards available across five Earth Tones and five Tropical finishes
Cons:
- No SunComfortable technology, so boards will retain heat in direct sun, particularly in darker colors
- Higher price than Enhance and Select, sitting in the upper mid-premium range
Trex Transcend Lineage
Built on the Transcend base with SunComfortable technology that Trex has independently tested at up to 35 degrees cooler than their original boards under lab conditions.
The grain pattern is subtler and more linear than that of standard Transcend.
Carries a 50-year warranty and seven-plus color options including Biscayne, Rainier, Carmel, Jasper, Island Mist, Salt Flat, and Hawthorn.
Pros:
- SunComfortable technology rated up to 35 degrees cooler than Trex’s original boards in lab testing
- 50-year warranty paired with a modern, linear grain that suits contemporary deck designs
Cons:
- Fewer color options than standard Transcend’s 10-color range
- Higher price point than standard Transcend for the added heat-mitigation performance
Trex Signature
Trex’s luxury tier, backed by a 50-year limited warranty.
Signature holds Trex’s designation as the most scratch-resistant board in the entire lineup, making it particularly well suited to homes with dogs, heavy outdoor furniture, or high-traffic entertaining spaces.
The grain texture is the most photo-realistic in the portfolio, designed to mirror the look of engineered hardwood more closely than any other Trex product.
Pros:
- Most scratch-resistant board in the full Trex lineup, according to Trex’s own product documentation
- Most photo-realistic wood grain across all six lines, suited to high-design outdoor spaces
Cons:
- Highest price point in the Trex composite lineup
- No SunComfortable technology available in the current Signature offering
Trex Refuge
Refuge is Trex’s only cellular PVC line and its only fire-rated product. It’s backed by a 50-year limited warranty.
It meets ASTM E84 Class A Flame Spread requirements and complies with IWUIC ignition-resistance standards, making it approved for fire-prone and Wildland Urban Interface areas where composite boards may not meet local code.
Two colors: Point Reyes (coastal grey) and Martis Valley (sun-washed beige), both with a wire-brushed grain finish and solid square-edge profile.
Pros:
- Class A Flame Spread rating with IWUIC compliance, the only Trex product meeting WUI fire codes
- 50-year warranty with the same no-maintenance profile as the rest of the premium Trex lineup
Cons:
- Only available in select regions, requiring a local availability check before specifying it for any project
- Only two color options, significantly less design flexibility than composite lines
For a side-by-side breakdown of how composite and wood compare on total cost over 20-plus years, our post on composite vs. wood decking covers the numbers in full.
If you’re not sure what to pick based on your budget, the best deck material options for every price point are a useful starting point.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Trex decking need to be stained or sealed?
No. Every Trex line uses a factory-applied shell that resists UV and moisture without requiring additional finishing. Routine maintenance is warm water and mild soap.
Which Trex line is best for fire-prone areas?
Trex Refuge. It is the only Trex line with Class A Flame Spread performance and compliance with IWUIC ignition resistance. The other five lines do not carry fire ratings and may not meet WUI code requirements in certain jurisdictions.
What warranty does each Trex line carry?
Enhance carries a 25-year limited warranty. Select carries 35 years. Transcend, Transcend Lineage, Signature, and Refuge all carry 50-year limited residential warranties.
Is Trex composite decking a good fit for Indiana’s climate?
Composite handles Indiana’s seasonal swings well. Its moisture resistance withstands freeze-thaw cycles better than wood, and its low-maintenance profile is valuable in a climate where decks endure hard winters and humid summers with little time for upkeep.
All of This Research, Done in One Conversation
There’s a gap between knowing which Trex line fits your project and getting a deck built correctly.
The framing requirements, joist spacing per product, and finish details vary by line, and those decisions are best made with someone who builds this every week.
If you’re in Westfield, Carmel, or the Indianapolis metro, take a look at our deck building services. Call us at (317) 903-2431 or message us here, and we’ll talk through what your space actually needs.