The landscape industry needs more than enthusiasm. It needs structured training, real-world knowledge and practical skills that help people build better gardens, patios, decks and outdoor spaces. That is why the news from TASK Academy deserves attention. TASK Academy has now become an Advantage Accreditation training centre, and selected courses now carry Advantage Learning Material … Read more
Decking knowledge quietly changes the way good businesses operate If you work in landscaping or garden design, you already know that decking has changed. Clients no longer want “just a deck”. They want reassurance, longevity, and confidence that the structure will still perform years from now. Because of that shift, the difference between a good … Read more
Spruce in structural timber – from Hurricane aircraft to garden decks Spruce in structural timber starts in a hangar at RAF Coningsby, standing next to the timber fuselage structure of a Hawker Hurricane maintained by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Looking closely at the airframe, you see spruce stringers running along the steel skeleton … Read more
Industry Decking News at the largest landscaping event in the UK FutureScape Decking Hub delivered real value this year. Live demos. Honest Q&A. Practical methods you can use on your next job. If you missed it, you missed out. The Decking Hub: built for Professionals The Hub runs like a fast track, the talk and … Read more
😂 HAPPY APRIL FOOLS’ DAY! 😂 🚨 YOU’VE BEEN FOOLED! 🚨 We’d love to give you free decking give away… but come on, that would be madness! 😆 so may we wish you all a HAPPY APRIL FOOLS’ DAY! However, if you ARE serious about upgrading your garden, The Decking Network is here to help with: ✔️ … 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
Decking Design and Installation Course Our Decking course will save you time and money, even for experienced contractors. If you’re keen to improve efficiency in your business and ensure you’re working to current British Standards, then this is the course for you. Materials, tools and regulations change all the time (not to mention current trends) … Read more
Millboard Decking Installer Competition Millboard Project of the Quarter has licked off with a fanfare The panel of judges from Millboard with guests Rupert Keys from TASK Academy Ltd and Karl Harrison Landscapes Ltd representing the Decking Network were impressed by the outstanding quality of submissions and certainly had their work cut out selecting the very best from … Read more
Created as a UK first by the TASK Academy for the Landscaping industry. Decking design and construction training to Current British standards which include Euro Code 5 and in accordance with the best industry practice (BiP). Accredited and certified by LANTRA with endorsements by the Association of Professional Landscapers, it is a vital component to … Read more