The present invention relates to a simulated wood surface covering which
is particularly useful in decking and flooring applications, said
simulated wood surface covering being comprised of strips adapted to be
interconnected aside of each other thereby forming an assembled simulated
wood surface covering of desired dimensions to cover a substrate, wherein
the strips are adapted to be interconnected through shiplaps having
tongues and rabbets, wherein the rabbets have an included angle which is
within the range of 70.degree. to 89.degree., wherein the strips are
comprised of a plastic composition which is comprised of polyvinyl
chloride, a non-migrating plasticizer, and a coloring agent, wherein the
strips have sufficient flexibility to conform to curved surfaces and to
surface irregularities, wherein the upper surface of the strips are
roughened to imitate the grain structure of wooden material.