TimberTech Reserve Collection Decking in Antique Leather

TimberTech Reserve Collection’s Antique Leather decking delivers 85% recycled content and a 30-year warranty — premium sustainability credentials that matter in Montana’s extreme climate. The 4-sided cap technology protects every exposed surface, not just the top and sides like cheaper composites. At 0.94 inches thick and 5.36 inches wide, these boards handle Montana’s temperature swings without the warping that plagues thinner options.

Contractors praise the wire-brushed finish that gives Reserve its reclaimed wood texture. The low-gloss surface and premium look stand out from other decking materials, though some users report yellow streaks or patterns that differ from small samples. That color variability comes with the territory when mimicking real weathered lumber.

Installation Specifications

Reserve boards span 16 inches on-center for residential applications — standard framing that doesn’t require special joist spacing. Stair treads need tighter 12-inch on-center support to handle concentrated loads without deflection.

Specification	Value
Actual Thickness	0.94 in (23.8 mm)
Actual Width	5.36 in (136.1 mm)
Max Residential Span	16 inches on-center
Stair Tread Span	12 inches on-center
Side-to-Side Gap	1/8 to 1/4 inch
Available Lengths	12, 16, and 20 feet

Two profile options handle different installation needs: grooved boards work with CONCEALoc hidden fasteners, while square-shoulder boards serve outer edges, picture framing, and stairs. Compatible fastening systems include CONCEALoc hidden fasteners, Cortex hidden face-fastening with color-matched plugs, and TOPLoc color-matched face screws.

Material Performance and Warranty

The capped composite construction uses high-performance polymers, recycled plastics, and reclaimed wood fibers. That wood-plastic composite core gets fully wrapped with protective polymer on all four sides — complete encapsulation that cheaper 3-sided caps can’t match.

TimberTech backs Reserve with a 30-year limited fade and stain warranty plus a 30-year limited product warranty. Certified contractors can access the limited labor replacement warranty, though that requires jumping through their certification hoops.

The collection meets WUI-compliant fire ratings in specific variants — critical for Montana’s high wildfire zones. Made in the USA from approximately 85% recycled materials appeals to contractors whose clients care about domestic manufacturing and sustainability.

Compared to Trex Enhance Naturals, TimberTech Reserve offers that 4-sided cap and 30-year warranty versus Trex’s typical 3-sided cap and 25-year warranty. The extra protection and warranty length justify the premium for projects where longevity matters more than upfront cost.

FAQ

Does TimberTech Reserve Collection work with standard hidden fasteners?

Yes — the grooved profile accepts CONCEALoc hidden fasteners. The system also works with Cortex hidden face-fastening and TOPLoc color-matched screws for visible fastening where needed.

What’s the real difference between Reserve and TimberTech’s other lines?

Reserve features more aggressive ‘reclaimed’ texture and multitone color compared to Prime+‘s uniform ‘coconut-husk’ texture. Against Landmark, Reserve focuses on cathedral grain and wire-brushed texture while Landmark uses cross-cut grain patterns.

Can Reserve Collection handle Montana’s freeze-thaw cycles?

The 4-sided polymer cap provides excellent moisture resistance to prevent water infiltration that causes freeze damage. At nearly an inch thick, these boards have more material to resist temperature-induced movement than thinner alternatives.