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1. TRAFFIC - Measure of how heavily a deck is used
2. DECAY - Fungal process heartwood resists without treatment
3. HEARTWOOD - The central, durable part of a Douglas-fir tree, known for its resistance to decay
4. EXTRACTIVES - Naturally occurring compounds in Everheart that inhibit decay fungi
6. SAPWOOD - Outer growth layer removed in Everheart decking
9. WEATHERING - Natural color change after outdoor exposure
11. PROFILE - Cross-section shape of siding boards
15. VISTA - Tolko’s highest appearance grade lumber - available in Cedar, Everheart and SPF
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5. MOISTURE - Primary environmental stress factor for decking
7. DOUGLASFIR - Wood species used for Everheart products
8. SOFTWOOD - Wood category that includes Everheart, Western Red Cedar and most traditional decking species
10. UNTREATED - Decking option that avoids chemical preservatives
12. EVERHEART - Tolko’s line of specialties made from the prized heartwood of Douglas-fir
13. LONGEVITY - Expected service life of a deck surface
14. VALUE - Balance of performance, cost, and lifespan
16. JOISTS - Structural members that support Everheart deck boards
17. RAILING - Safety feature around the perimeter of a deck
