The Importance of Keeping Timber Joists Off the Ground in Decking Structures When constructing decking structures in domestic gardens, one critical factor often overlooked is ensuring that timber joists are not in direct ground contact. Timber, even when treated, is vulnerable to various forms of decay when exposed to moisture and soil. One significant threat … Read more
Composite DeckPro builds in Westchester county Sophistication and style are presented to you with this beautiful decking terrace by the Deck Pro’ team at Deck and Fence Contracting Inc. Perfectly matched to the materials of the building make this an exquisitely designed decking platform. It showcases a balustrade and handrail that works with the deck … Read more
Transform Your Deck with Stylish Garden Screens for Ultimate Privacy Your deck should be a personal retreat where you can unwind and enjoy the outdoors. But if nosy neighbours or a lack of privacy are spoiling your relaxation, garden screens can be a game-changer. They provide both practical benefits and stylish aesthetics, making them the … Read more
There are many ways you can set out your frame. When designing your frame, you must use these standard calculations to ensure the weight loading placed on top of it is supported sufficiently. The design of your decking must include the support posts, beams, joists and decking. The support required is 1.5kN per square metres … Read more
To regulate or not to regulate the way decking structures are built in the UK There are many different ways to construct a decking platform, too many decking options to choose from but how do we build them? Whether you choose traditional timber, HDPE or aluminium for your frame there is a standard within which … Read more
Swimming Pool Decking in Ascot A Contemporary and sleek looking mechanised pool cover made entirely from GRAD® System Decking in Ascot. An aluminium frame with Bamboo decking in a problem-solving situation for this private swimming pool. The decking design brief LDC was tasked with finding a solution that would enable them to build a deck … Read more
Decking installer in Dulwich, London A contemporary hardwood decking installation and built to last by local company “The Deck Dude”. Steeped in the local South London history of working in gardens in this area, Keri Bowker is a formidable decking installer. Hardwood decking ideas in Dulwich The Deck Dude has over 10 years in professional … Read more
The fastest decking to install in your garden “The fastest decking to install in your garden. The smoothest decking to walk over, the longest lasting decking there is…” and many other phrases banded out there. Is this a fair representation of the product, is this a true comparison? What is the fastest decking to install … Read more
Composite Prime decking Tetsworth Creative decking design by the team at Sunshade and Decking Ltd inspired by Carl Buckland who runs the company. Based near Thame in Oxfordshire and cover a wider area. Their client recently employed Carl and the team to design and build an extension to their raised paved terrace. Carl offered a … Read more
Helping you know how to choose a professional decking designer for the garden at your property is vital to the success of your new deck. It will ensure the deck meets the right standard for the contractor to build it. Professional decking designers are specialists in exactly that, they only concern themselves with decking. Some … Read more