One thing that you need to consider is what climate you'll be building in. Depending on which climate you live in, certain construction materials are more advantageous for you to use in the construction of your house or other building. One way of figuring out what kind of climate a house or building was originally built in is by examining what kind of construction materials were used to build it. However wood decking can be used in a variety of climates if it is treated properly.
Brick is one construction material that has a long history of use which still remains popular. Rock is also often included in the same category as brick because of its highly solid nature and the way it is usually used similarly. People who live in tidal areas, especially tropical tidal areas, where there tend to be typhoons, tidal waves, tsunamis, and hurricanes should consider building their house of brick or rock. Many islands around the world which are highly exposed to ocean storms and wind have many houses that are made primarily of rock and stone. When it comes to utter strength and durability, brick and rock is your fallback. You should use composite decking if you live in a place that experiences a lot of rain, because it will not retain water like normal wood.
This becomes even more apparent when you realize that all of the historical buildings that are still around, from churches to monuments to temples to houses, are all still here because they are made of rock or brick. Wood structures, on the other hand, don't survive history for a multitude of reasons. In times when people used fire instead of electricity for light, houses burned frequently; wood houses tended not to survive whereas brick ones did. When it comes to strong forces of nature, brick and rock structures stand strong.
Another construction material that is used around the world is hay, leaves, and grasses. You don't see this in wealthier, colder regions. But even upscale resorts in tropical countries use long grasses, hay, and leaves to construct roofs, walls, and insulation. These earth-friendly construction materials are not only plentiful in such areas of the world, they are good for the rainy, hot weather. There is more to construction and building materials than only price or appearance; make sure you think carefully before you choose which ones you want to use for your house or building!
