an entire structure utilizing fiber reinforced plastic pultruded structural shapes is provided for use in decks , docks , and boardwalks . this deck system for building decking , docks , boardwalks , walkways , gazebos , hot tub decks and spas can be built either to and extending from the exterior side of residential or commercial structures or as an independent , freestanding structure . the invention is assembled from frp pultruded components comprising several systems which include a weight bearing support system , flooring system , safety system , roofing system , and decorative system . components of the invention including but not limited to vertical support posts , horizontal decking , railing , stairs , gates , doors , frames and supporting members will be manufactured from frp pultrusion structural shapes and composite sections using corrosion resistant hardware and adhesives . the use of fiber reinforced plastic , allows for the manufacture of a corrosion - free , non - rotting , warp and splitting resistant decks and docks . frp structures do not suffer from the structural and thermal limitations that recycled plastic lumber and pvc experience . the decking surface will incorporate a skid - resistant surface using either pultruded material or honeycomb - sandwich flooring panels . portions or entire assemblies of the invention will be manufactured as modular units , which can be easily transported to the worksite for final assembly / installation . hollow sections in the frp pultruded shapes will be used to conceal electrical wiring for power and lighting fixtures . the intent of this application is to describe these types of structures and their components . the intent of the application is not to limit it to only these structures , but it can be extended to other structures such as gazebos , decks for hot tubs and spas , pavilions , and enclosed patios , pool enclosures , and property enclosures where the structure can be screened - in .