Industrial High-Performance Material Architecture

High-Quality Low Maintenance Decking Product & Products

Next-Generation Wood-Plastic Composites, Capped Co-Extrusion Tech, and Integrated Architectural Outdoor Systems Engineered for Global Commercial and Residential Resilience.

Primary Engineering Solutions

Engineered Decking, Cladding & Outdoor Structures

Factory-direct co-extruded architectural components tested for heavy environmental loading, coastal salt fog exposure, and intense UV degradation.

Marine/Poolside EclipseGrain Waterproof UV Decking

EclipseGrain Composite Decking - Waterproof & UV Resistant Poolside

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2008
Founded In Anhui, China
Over 16 years of continuous automated extrusion R&D.
90%
Recycled Content Target
Certified reclaimed wood fibre and high-density polymers.
45+
Export Markets Served
Trusted by tier-one distributors, architects, and EPCs.
25-Yr
Structural Integrity Warranty
Guaranteed zero fungal rot, splintering, or structural fail.

Shield-Cap Co-Extrusion

Forestar's proprietary 360-degree encapsulation delivers complete protection around the board's core matrix. The modified polyolefin outer shield repels water absorption (<0.5%), shielding against grease, wine stains, and microbial colonization.

Thermal Expansion Control

Engineered core micro-structures utilize high-crystalline polymeric blends and coupling agents, resulting in an exceptionally low linear thermal expansion coefficient (≤35×10⁻⁶ K⁻¹), minimizing joint buckling across severe seasonal transitions.

LEED & ESG Provenance

Manufactured under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified protocols. Sourcing FSC-certified wood powder alongside post-consumer circular plastics delivers measurable carbon offset credits for commercial LEED, BREEAM, and DGNB green building certifications.

Geo-Environmental Engineering

Localized Application Scenarios: Built for Global Climates

Material performance requirements vary dramatically across climates. Forestar adjusts capping polymer stabilizers and structural hollow/solid profiles to match regional requirements.

Nordic Sub-Zero & Freeze-Thaw Zones

In regions like Finland, Sweden, and Canada, traditional timber suffers from cellular rupture due to water intrusion followed by ice expansion. Forestar’s co-extruded cap seals water absorption below 0.5%, preventing spalling, cracking, and surface delamination down to -40°C.

  • Zero ice-pocket core fracturing
  • High load resistance for heavy snow banks

High-UV & Arid Desert Environments

Projects in Texas, the Middle East, and Western Australia experience sustained UV indexes above 10 and surface temperatures topping 70°C. Our boards integrate hindered amine light stabilizers (HALS) and inorganic anti-IR heat-reflective pigments to maintain structural integrity and color retention.

  • ΔE < 3.0 after 3,000h QUV testing
  • Cool-touch micro-surface formulation

Tropical, Humid & Saltwater Coastal

From Florida boardwalks to Mediterranean resort marinas, salt mist, chlorinated water, and constant humidity rot timber within years. Forestar WPC profiles eliminate fungal and termite digestion, providing a permanent rot-free installation for seaside boardwalks.

  • Class R11 / P4 Anti-Slip wet rating
  • Marine-grade stainless clip integration
Industrial Manufacturing Scale

Chinese Factory Supply Chain Resilience & Precision Logistics

Headquartered in Xuancheng, Anhui, Forestar leverages China’s raw-material proximity, automated high-throughput extrusion lines, and direct multimodal freight pathways.

Vertically Integrated Processing

From micro-pulverizing reclaimed agricultural and industrial wood fibers to custom polymer pelletizing, Forestar commands complete in-house quality control over the polymer-fiber blend, eliminating batch variance.

Multi-Line High Output

Our 30+ precision parallel twin-screw extrusion lines operate continuously, yielding over 2,500 shipping containers per annum. This throughput guarantees short lead times even during peak construction seasons.

Port Gateway Proximity

Located in the Yangtze River Delta industrial belt, our plant has direct highway access to Ningbo and Shanghai deepwater ports, keeping container drayage costs low and reducing dispatch times for ocean freight.

Custom Profile Extrusions

Our in-house tooling workshop designs custom dies, hollow structures, grooved channels, and embossing drums in 14 business days, allowing trade distributors to introduce proprietary OEM profiles to market quickly.

Technical Verification

Material Performance Metrics: Engineering Benchmark

Standard physical testing verifies the performance advantage of Forestar Co-Extruded Composite against conventional pressure-treated lumber and early-generation composites.

Performance Indicator Test Standard Pressure-Treated Softwood Uncapped Composite (Gen 1) Forestar Capped WPC (Gen 3)
Water Absorption ASTM D1037 / EN 317 22% – 45% (High swelling) 3.5% – 7.0% (Capillary drift) ≤ 0.42% (Hydrophobic Barrier)
Flexural Strength (MOR) ASTM D790 / EN 310 24 – 38 MPa (Variable by knots) 28 – 32 MPa (Homogeneous) ≥ 40.5 MPa (High Load Matrix)
Slip Resistance (Wet) EN 15534 / DIN 51130 Class R9 / Low slip friction Class R10 / Moderate Class R11 / P4 (Micro-Etched)
Annual Maintenance Operational Protocol Annual sanding, sealing, staining Periodic chemical wash & moss treat Zero-Coating (Water wash only)
UV Color Fastness ISO 4892-2 (3,000 hrs) Severe grey degradation (ΔE > 12) Moderate fading (ΔE 6 – 9) ΔE ≤ 2.5 (High Chroma Retention)
Termite & Rot Vulnerability AWPA E1 / EN 350-1 High vulnerability over time Moderate resistance 100% Biologically Inert
Future-Ready R&D

Technology Roadmap: Next-Generation Circular Composites

Our engineering team continuously updates our polymers and manufacturing processes to deliver higher performance, lower carbon footprints, and smart jobsite integration.

Micro-Foamed Ultra-Light Cores

Transitioning to supercritical fluid microcellular foaming technology decreases board weight by 20% while increasing structural stiffness. This lowers ocean shipping costs per square meter and reduces installer fatigue on commercial jobsites.

Bio-Derived Polymeric Resins

Piloting non-food crop agricultural starch resins and bio-polyethylene to replace fossil fuel-derived plastics. This lowers net cradle-to-gate embodied carbon by up to 45%, helping commercial projects meet emerging Scope 3 targets.

Direct Substructure Snap Integration

Developing next-generation aluminum joist and composite board profiles that snap together without tools. This reduces framing and installation times by up to 60%, delivering clear labor savings in high-wage installation markets.

International Certification

Localized Support & Global Compliance Guarantees

Meeting structural building codes, fire regulations, and chemical standards across all export jurisdictions.

CE & EN 15534 Standards

Full mechanical, creep, and impact testing compliance for EU building distribution, backed by transparent Declaration of Performance (DoP) dossiers.

ASTM & Intertek Code Verification

Verified to ASTM D7031 and D7032 protocols for span ratings, concentrated load performance, and exterior fire propagation in the North American market.

REACH & RoHS Ecotoxicity

Chemical safety verified free of heavy metals, phthalates, volatile solvents, and harmful preservatives, ensuring child- and pet-safe residential applications.

Turnkey Importer Logistics

FOB, CIF, and DDP processing with ISPM-15 compliant heat-treated pallets, fumigation certificates, custom labeling, and direct-to-warehouse container transport.

Knowledge Repository

Frequently Asked Questions

Common technical and purchasing questions from international importers, project architects, and building material suppliers.

What is Forestar composite decking made of, and how does it prevent rot?
Forestar composite blends up to 90% recycled content, combining recycled high-density polymers and reclaimed hardwood fiber. Our capped co-extrusion technology seals the inner core within an impermeable shield, keeping water absorption below 0.5%. Because fungal rot requires moisture above 20% to survive, the material is completely rot-proof, splinter-free, and resistant to boring insects.
How does low-maintenance composite compare to timber in total lifecycle cost?
While natural timber can have a lower initial material cost, it requires recurring power washing, sanding, staining, and sealant replacement every 12 to 18 months. Over a 10-year span, maintenance expenses often exceed the original build cost. Forestar capped composites require only simple soap-and-water washing, delivering a lower total cost of ownership (TCO) and eliminating board replacements.
Can trade buyers order custom lengths, colors, and private-label packaging?
Yes. We support global distributors, home improvement chains, and OEM brands with custom extrusion lengths (e.g., 2.2m, 2.9m, 3.6m, 4.8m, 5.8m) to minimize jobsite waste and fit container dimensions. We also formulate custom color tones, surface grain embossing, and provide customized protective film and export packaging.
What substructure spacing and thermal expansion allowances are required?
For standard residential use, joist centers should not exceed 400mm (16 inches); commercial traffic or diagonal patterns require 300mm (12 inches). Because composite boards expand and contract with ambient temperature changes, hidden fastener clips automatically set standard side-to-side spacing. End-to-end butt joints require expansion gaps between 3mm and 6mm depending on ambient conditions at installation.
How does the composite surface perform around swimming pools and marine docks?
Our decking lines, such as TimberFlow and EclipseGrain, are engineered with specialized woodgrain embossing to achieve slip resistance ratings up to Class R11 and DIN 51097 Class C when wet. The polyolefin shield is chemically inert, resisting degradation from saltwater, chlorine, and pool shock treatments without leaching or fading.
What is the procedure for acquiring physical test samples before volume orders?
Importers and commercial contractors can request sample presentation kits with cut profiles, color swatches, and accessory clips. We dispatch sample kits by air courier within 48 hours to help you evaluate surface texture, color under local sunlight, and structural density before confirming a container order.
Extended Architectural Portfolio

Specialized Façade Cladding, Storage & Landscape Systems

Complete your outdoor living inventory from a single manufacturing facility with matching batch formulations, trims, and coordinated architectural finishes.

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