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Old 09-29-2008, 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Emmerich View Post
I know TREX makes a good, non-rotting wood substitute, my question is: is it comparable to wood on strength and load carry ability? I have a car trailer and putting TREX on it would be great since it would look good and never rot. I am concerned it does not have the same load bearing strength, does anybody know?

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Fred
Definitely not the same load bearing strength. When you see a stack overhanging the pallet, every portion is drooping towards the ground.

I'm not sure about a non-wood alternative that would hold up to that much weight.
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