Misleading information from decking manufacturer I had the misfortune today to have to read an article by Cladco. They are comparing their hollow uncapped Chinese manufactured composite decking to Trex. They also summarise that the hollow was the better buy. The following are my comments on this Material Composition Trex Composite Decking Boards are made … Read more
Trex decking installer Pinner Trex composite decking designed and built by the team at Karl Harrison Landscapes Ltd in Pinner. Karl is based in Amersham in Buckinghamshire and covers a wider area for decking design and build projects. Preparing for a new decking installation The client’s brief was to “simply” remove the existing decking platform … 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
Country Supplies Becomes Brand Ambassador for the Decking Network We are really proud to have become a Brand Ambassador for the Decking Network. The Decking Network is an online community of decking professionals and enthusiasts who share a passion for outdoor living and the art of deck building. By becoming a member of this community, … Read more
Outdoor living design with Decking Outdoor living is essential to your families’ wellbeing, and relaxing in your garden is a perfect way to wind down. The winter months are almost behind us and Spring is about to burst into our gardens. You’ve neglected your gardens, it’s been cold outside and the weather a far cry … Read more
What is Trex composite decking The demand for Trex composite decking is increasing year on year as professional installers and homeowners recognise the benefits. Trex® is the world leading brand alternative to traditional timber decking. The sustainability credentials are unmatched around the world, so it’s easy to see why more people are choosing Trex. The … Read more
Garden decking maintenance tips Garden decking maintenance tips, from experts, will keep your wood or composite decking looking its best all year. Your decking platform is in your garden, outside and is subject the all of the elements from the weather. The UK has temperature of a sweltering plus 40°C to a freezing cold minus … Read more
Millboard opens its curtains for the first time in the UK Millboard has officially opened its curtains and embraced the professional Decking installers of its, up until now, secret brand. An exciting couple of days at the Ryton-on-Dunsmore manufacturing facility and heart of the UK’s leading brand of decking. Amazing people, great industry support and … Read more
Joist connection for deck framing The best advice for fixing joists as a decking frame is based on many years of what works and what doesn’t. The other advice is based on timber science and industry standard timber connection and what is and what isn’t acceptable. It is vital to the success of any decking … Read more
Latest composite decking UK On the heels of the successful launch of Trex Transcend® Lineage™ in the USA. The composite decking leader is adding two new colours to the luxury line for 2023. Expanding its industry-leading decking portfolio, these new hues boast premium qualities. Aesthetics, heat-mitigating technology, and superior performance backed by an impressive 50-year warranty. “The response … Read more