EPD Newcomers: Dura Composites’ first EPDs land
Specs teams keep asking a simple question that decides shortlists fast. Do these products have an EPD I can trust today. Dura Composites just answered yes, entering the transparency arena with their first wave of Environmental Product Declarations covering balcony and terrace workhorses.
What just published, in plain English
Dura Composites now has three current EPDs in EC3. The set covers porcelain decking planks and extruded aluminium profiles used for decking, cladding subframes and substrate systems. All are issued by EPD Hub, with validity running into 2027 for aluminium and 2030 for porcelain. The porcelain decking EPD is visible on Dura’s site and runs until 11 August 2030 (EPD Hub, 2025). An aluminium profile EPD shows a current certificate on NBS with validity through 02 January 2027 (NBS Source, 2025). If a dedicated LCA developer is stated in these documents, it is not called out prominently.
Why this matters for balcony and terrace specs
A1 porcelain planks and A2 aluminium systems sit right in the high rise balcony conversation. When an EPD is on the table, project carbon accounting no longer defaults to pessimistic estimates, which means fewer substitution risks late in design. Faster yes from specifiers follows when the paperwork is ready, verified and easy to download.
Company snapshot, for context
Dura Composites supplies materials for balconies, terraces, facades and access structures. Their recent push pairs porcelain decking for the visible surface with aluminium for structure and drainage. That mix targets remedial programs and new build alike, where fire class and durability are non‑negotiable.
The competitive picture, right now
- EnviroBuild publishes multiple EPDs that include aluminium profiles and WPC ranges, with records registered under EPD International and valid into 2026 to 2028 (EPD International, 2023). That gives them broad coverage across accessories and decking alternatives.
- MyDek has an EPD for its Luxura A1 mineral composite decking, valid through 2030, which keeps them active in the same balcony plank conversations as Dura’s porcelain offer (EPD Hub, 2025).
- For porcelain surfaces, several tile leaders have long issued product EPDs that can inform exterior surface choices, for example Porcelanosa and Florim entries that remain current into 2027 and 2028 respectively (INIES, 2027; EPD Italy, 2028).
Takeaway. By publishing, Dura moves from don’t‑ask territory to head‑to‑head. Against EnviroBuild and MyDek, they now meet the transparency bar on core balcony elements. In porcelain specifically, the dedicated decking plank format with its own EPD gives a clean story for balcony use rather than leaning only on general tile EPDs.
Scope notes that help in bids
- Product families versus single SKUs. The porcelain EPD covers the plank format used on balconies and terraces. Aluminium EPD coverage references extruded profiles used across decking and substrate systems. State that clearly in submittals so reviewers understand what is and is not declared.
- Modules covered. The porcelain EPD follows EN 15804 A2 with A1 to A3 and end‑of‑life modules declared. That aligns with most European program operator expectations for building products (EPD Hub, 2025).
Can specifiers find the files easily
Yes for porcelain. The Dura Deck Inspire page links directly to the EPD PDF on duracomposites.com (EPD Hub, 2025). The aluminium profile EPD appears on NBS Source and is within validity, though we did not find a direct link on Dura’s site as of January 5, 2026 (NBS Source, 2025). Visibility wins specs, so add that aluminium EPD to the product and resources pages.
What this debut means competitively
Dura has entered the transparency arena. Where rivals already held EPDs, they have caught up and removed a common objection that stalls balcony packages. Where some still lack porcelain‑specific declarations, the new plank EPD can be the deciding nudge on projects scoring to LEED v5 guidance.
Fast next steps to lock in momentum
- Map the next two declarations by commercial impact. If a line drives most balcony volume, prioritize that EPD renewal or extension.
- Keep the documents one click away on every relevant product page, and mirror them on the big spec portals. Make it definetly easy for specifiers.
- Choose an LCA partner who takes the heavy data lift off engineering and operations. Speed plus completeness is what keeps you ahead at renewal.
Bottom line
Three live EPDs give Dura Composites the credentials to compete on more than price. Porcelain planks with a published declaration and aluminium profiles with verified coverage make a strong one‑two for balcony and terrace bids today.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operator issued Dura Composites’ first EPDs and how long are they valid
EPD Hub issued the porcelain decking and aluminium profile EPDs. The porcelain decking EPD is valid until 11 Aug 2030 and the aluminium profile EPD listed on NBS is valid through 02 Jan 2027 (EPD Hub, 2025; NBS Source, 2025).
Do close competitors already publish EPDs for similar balcony products
Yes. EnviroBuild lists aluminium profile and WPC EPDs under EPD International with validity into 2026–2028, and MyDek’s Luxura A1 decking has an EPD running through 2030 (EPD International, 2023; EPD Hub, 2025).
Where can specifiers download Dura’s new EPDs
The porcelain decking EPD is linked on Dura’s product page and hosted as a PDF on their site. The aluminium profile EPD is visible on NBS Source and should also be added to Dura’s resources pages for one‑click access (EPD Hub, 2025; NBS Source, 2025).
About the Author
Hazel Brooks is an editor at EPD Guide covering EPDs and the fast-evolving sustainability data landscape. She tracks program-operator updates, standards and guidance changes, and new EPD releases, connecting the dots across the market to report on trends, shifting expectations, and the competitive EPD landscape. Her work focuses on making complex data sets easier to navigate and access, so manufacturers and sustainability teams can act with clarity and confidence.
