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EcoboardŽ is available in a variety of stock sizes and colors Stock sizes include: 2x2, 2x4, 2x6, 2x8, 2x10, 5/4x6, 4x4, 6x6, 3x10, in lengths up to 18 feet. 5/4x10, 2x10 & 3x10 Boards available in Tongue & Groove (for waterproof, acoustical, & seawall applications.) Available in Slate Gray, Sandstone Brown and Redwood. Customized sizes & colors upon request.

EcoboardŽ is independently lab tested to insure quality & consistency. Detailed reports on physical and mechanical properties are available upon request.

Description EcoboardŽ Wood Concrete
Low Maintenance Yes No No
Resilient Yes No No
Designer Colors Yes No No
Ecologically Friendly Yes No No
Never Paint/Resurface Yes No No
100% Recyclable Yes No No
Rot Proof Yes No No
Saltwater proof Yes No No
Slip resistant Yes No Yes
Splinter and chip proof Yes No No
Termite proof Yes No Yes
Water proof Yes No No

Colors & Sizes

White
Slate Gray  
Sandstone Brown  
Mission Brown  
Montana Tan  
Cedar  
Redwood  
Charcoal Gray  

EcoboardŽ comes in four standard colors; Slate Gray, Charcoal Gray, Sandstone Brown and Redwood. Optional colors include White, Mission Brown, Montana Tan, and Cedar*.

*EcoboardŽ will have a slight color variation due to the manufacturing process.

EcoboardŽ is available in the following sizes:

Decking Boards 5/4 x 6 to 12', 2 x 6 to 16', 2 x 8 to 16', 3 x 8 to 16'
Railing Boards 2 x 2 to 10', 2 x 4 to 12'
Bulkheading Boards 5/4 x 10 to 12', 2 x 10(TG) to 18', 3 x 10(TG) to 18', 6 x 8 to 16', 10 x 10 to 20', 8 x 10, 8 x 12, 12 x 12
Landscaping Boards 4 x 4 up to 12', 5 x 5 up to 16', 6 x 6 up to 16'

Technical Data

Additives to ensure U.V. Stabilization and Flame Retardency may total no more than 2%

ECOBOARDŽ is independently lab tested to insure quality & consistency. Detailed reports on physical and mechanical properties are available upon request.

NON REINFORCED PLASTIC LUMBER
PROPERTY TEST Measurement Results
Abrasion Test ASTM D4060 0.42 g Weight Loss
Abrasion Test (Tabor tester 100 hrs.) CS 17 1.01 in3 (16.55 m3)
Absorption (Diesel Fuel) ASTM 543 0.677 % Weight Increase
Absorption (Gasoline) ASTM 543 1.362 % Weight Increase
Absorption (Sea Water) ASTM 543 0.116 % Weight Increase
Brittleness ASTM D746 No Break @ -40oC @ 267 m-N/m
Bulk Density *ASTM D611 60.12 lb/ft3 (963 kg/m3)
Coefficient of Friction (Neolite-wet) ASTM C1028 0.71
Coefficient of Friction (Neolite-dry) ASTM C1028 0.64
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion ASTM D6108 0.0000411 in/in/0F
Compressive Strength (perpendicular to grain) *ASTM D6108 1,100 psi
Compressive Strength ([parallel to grain) *ASTM D6108 2,100 psi
Flammability (Flash Point) 6600F (3500C)
Hardness ASTM D2240 72 Shore D
Impact Resistance ASTM D746 325 m-N/m
IZOD Impact ASTM D256 4.54 ft lbf/in.
Melting Point Melt @ 2710F (1330C), Softens @ 2610F (1270C)
Nail Withdrawal (Surface) *ASTM D6117 281 lb (104 kg)
Screw Withdrawal (Surface) *ASTM D6117 490 lb (183 kg)
Specific Gravity (Skin) ASTM D792 from 0.93 to 0.90
Specific Gravity (Core) ASTM D792 from 0.66 to 0.88
UV Resistance ASTM D4329 <1% Change after 500 hrs
Flexural Modulus (call for specific profile sizes) *ASTM D6109 > 150,000 psi
Maximum Fiber Stress in Bending *ASTM D6109 > 2,000 psi

FIBERGLASS FILAMENT REINFORCED PLASTIC LUMBER

PROPERTY TEST Measurement Results
Abrasion Test ASTM D4060 0.42 g Weight Loss
Abrasion Test (Tabor tester 100 hrs.) CS 17 1.01 in3 (16.55 m3)
Absorption (Diesel Fuel) ASTM 543 0.677 % Weight Increase
Absorption (Gasoline) ASTM 543 1.362 % Weight Increase
Absorption (Sea Water) ASTM 543 0.116 % Weight Increase
Brittleness ASTM D746 No Break @ -40oC @ 267 m-N/m
Bulk Density *ASTM D611 60.12 lb/ft3 (963 kg/m3)
Coefficient of Friction (Neolite-wet) ASTM C1028 0.71
Coefficient of Friction (Neolite-dry) ASTM C1028 0.64
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion ASTM D6108 0.0000411 in/in/0F
Compressive Strength (perpendicular to grain) *ASTM D6108 1,960 psi
Compressive Strength ([parallel to grain) *ASTM D6108 3,560 psi
Flammability (Flash Point) 6600F (3500C)
Hardness ASTM D2240 72 Shore D
Impact Resistance ASTM D746 325 m-N/m
IZOD Impact ASTM D256 4.54 ft lbf/in.
Melting Point Melt @ 2710F (1330C), Softens @ 2610F (1270C)
Nail Withdrawal (Surface) *ASTM D6117 281 lb (104 kg)
Screw Withdrawal (Surface) *ASTM D6117 490 lb (183 kg)
Specific Gravity (Skin) ASTM D792 from 0.95 to 1.04
Specific Gravity (Core) ASTM D792 from 0.70 to 0.98
UV Resistance ASTM D4329 <1% Change after 500 hrs
Flexural Modulus (call for specific profile sizes) *ASTM D6109 > 300,000 psi
Maximum Fiber Stress in Bending *ASTM D6109 > 3,000 psi

NOTE: (*) denotes recommended test by the "Plastic Lumber Trade Association" PLTA

The results of the Tests detailed above were conducted by an independent certified laboratory, and listed for general information purpose only.  Ecoboard does not take responsibility for the interpretation and application of the above information, unless Ecoboard provides this information to the user in writing for a specific application.

 
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