Replacing an old pine deck for a new composite deck The clients have an existing grooved softwood deck that’s seen better days. It’s starting to show its age and the deck grooves make it hard to keep clean, its slippery most of the year. Not ideal for any homeowner or indeed anyone. In need of … Read more
Covid contractors are NOT CONTRACTORS. To all customers about to embark on a new garden decking or Landscaping project. It is unfortunate that many people have lost their jobs due to Covid 19. Its also unfortunate that some of these people think they can simple offer their services as professional decking installers or Professional Landscapers. … Read more
UK Timber market update For those in the UK timber market and wishing for an update then read on folks. Regulation, imports, availability and landed stock is here, courtesy of Brooks Bros ltd Balau – Slow coming out of the Far East The main issue thus far has been a delay in shipments from … Read more
Decking Network Seminar with APL leads the way The APL is the UK’s leading organisation for Professional Landscapers. Since its inception in 1995 it has led the way in creating standards for correct construction in Landscaping. The Associations of professional Landscapers leads the way in landscaping having the only written codes of practice. This includes … Read more
The best decking designer in Swansea Simon Thomas Deck design is a formidable talent based in Swansea. A champion of TREX and an expert deck designer and builder. He has recently won the Award for Innovation by Arbordeck® for the Gower Road project, another to add to his shelf of accolades. Building a deck with … Read more
Composite Decking Installer Lancashire Its often said that garden spaces can be hard to navigate. In this instance, the house is set much higher than the rest of the garden. Like everyone else with a tricky slope, the clients wanted to make the most of their outdoor space. The clients looked to Peter Cowel Landscapes … Read more
Composite Prime Extra Wide Decking by 2LG Studio A London garden with London decking Beautifully designed exterior space with decking by Composite Prime. A London project, a London garden and a London design by a London company 2LG Studio. The best colour for composite decking There are far too many colours and that’s before we … Read more
Decking in Yasu Shiga (野洲市) Zenjiro Hashimoto a Landscape Artisan, thinks likes the gods and designs gardens to make you feel you are in heaven. His focus flows past the normal and rests with what seems like perfection. The way he cuts his timber, the chisel on the stone and the planting that all … Read more
Decking latest design fashion “Decking latest design fashion” conjures a cacophony of brain storming concepts; it sets the stage for all to follow in its wake This carefully considered montage of the very latest in designer decking on display is certain to wow the judges. Designed by a leading expert, the style is like the … Read more
How to post an article on The Decking Network Have you got pictures of a decking project you’ve installed? Want thousands of possible clients to see them? Perfect, put them on The Decking Network and people will find your website. Here is a step by step guide on how to add your own work to … Read more
Curved Composite Decking in Milton Keynes “I love creating curved decking, especially when working with TREX® composite decking.” Said Jeff Hargreaves from Milton Keynes. It turns out that Jeff has hit the ground running so far in 2021 as he has a full order book and business is looking solid. This level of business is … Read more
Designing Decking on a Budget The best way to create a garden on budget is to get a professional to design it. Once you have had a garden design and materials specified you will know exactly what you’re getting and exactly what that will cost you. This particular garden, like most, had a client budget. … Read more
Karl Harrison Landscapes Decking Design A basic introductory concept for a client in St Albans. They have an existing decking platform, dated and past its best. you can see this in the first sketch in the series. It needs a redesign which fits the beautiful garden it sits in. Karl has offered a simple approach … Read more
Millboard Decking Installation Tring This project began with a fairly simple client brief. They recently had a contemporary extension and wanted a raised decking terrace to immediately step out onto. From here steps are needed to get you from the new terrace down to the rest of the garden. This was going to be a … Read more
Incorporating elements of nature in landscaping projects. Lockdown has led to a surge in interest in gardening and home improvements, and a greater appreciation of our outdoor spaces. The need for our homes and gardens to be calming and restorative spaces has never been so important. Biophilic design is a growing trend, with architects and … Read more
Hardydeck has been active in the European hardwood market since 2006. Hardydeck is a sawmill located in Bolivia with its own concessions. Thru our own concessions it is easy to demonstrate the legality of all hardwoods. Other suppliers do not have a direct line, which means that all kinds of different batches of wood blend … Read more