Where have all the decking supplies gone

Decking materials, where are they?

The UK decking market 2021 – Where have all the decking materials gone? Timber Where have all the decking materials gone? Materials at source, that’s from Scandinavia, the USA, Canada, Russia, China, Asia, Indonesia are still being produced and trees are still growing in well-managed forests. The trees are being felled and sent to their … Read more

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Covid contractors are NOT CONTRACTORS

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

Balau premium hardwood decking

UK Timber Market Update by Brooks Bros (UK) Ltd

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

Karl Harrison Landscapes Decking Design

Karl Harrison Landscapes Decking Design

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

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Decking Network Seminar with APL leads the way

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

Hardydeck ipe decking in bolivia

New hardwood Outlet in Europe

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

How to create custom curve decking

Creating custom curved decking

How to create custom curve decking This is my first customer curved deck. London first custom curved deck. I’ve been lucky enough to purchase a set of Heatcon blankets this summer, and tried my hand at creating a curved composite deck. The chosen deck boards on this occasion, is Trex Island mist and gravel path. … Read more

Decking in Yasu Shiga

Decking in Yasu Shiga (野洲市)  the ultimate in relaxing spaces

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

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Homeowners Beware: Decking Nightmares to Avoid

“Latest Decking Fashion Design” evokes a flurry of innovative ideas, serving as a benchmark for others to aspire to. This thoughtfully curated showcase of the most current designer decking is sure to impress the judges. Created by a top expert, the style is akin to an unfinished symphony, an unmade bed… it’s amazing. The seamless … Read more