Today, consumers are increasingly opting for more sustainable products. Since our inception, our products have been designed with sustainability in mind. Using innovative recycling methods, we transform recycled plastic film, reclaimed wood and recycled aluminum into beautiful outdoor decking and railing. Learn more about how we source the recycled and reclaimed raw materials for our products below.
Upcycling Recycled and Reclaimed Materials
Recycled Plastic
Millions of pounds of plastic go into landfills every day.[1] In 2021, Trex rescued more than 430 million pounds of plastic film slated for landfill and recycled it in our products. We partner with corporations, retail stores, consumers and others to proactively capture unwanted plastic film and upcycle it into beautiful Trex decking.
Reclaimed Wood
To produce our award-winning decking, we also use reclaimed wood, including wood dust, off cuttings, pallets and more. We partner with upstream and downstream wood product manufacturers such as lumberyards and sawmills to capture their waste. In 2021, we used more than 645 million pounds of reclaimed wood fiber in our products.
Other Materials
In addition to decking, we also make metal railings and other non-board accessories for our decking and staircases that also contain recycled content. In 2021, our railing products used at least 40% recycled aluminum.
430M+
pounds of plastic film rescued and upcycled by Trex in 2021
645M+
pounds of reclaimed wood used in Trex products in 2021
32K
NexTrex® collection stations where consumers can return plastic film for recycling
1M+
pounds of plastic film collected from individuals, schools and community groups through NexTrex®
Building a Better Tomorrow Together
Discover the environmental wins of Trex decking in our 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report.
