My deck is Slippy Help, I have just slipped on my decking… Slippery decking advice I would perhaps suggest it is your dirty deck that has algae on the surface is slippery and not your timber. Any untreated or non-maintained surface that has poor maintenance is more than likely to be slippery. There are many … Read more
How do I “Specify Decking” Professional Designers and Architects specify decking on a regular basis, until recently decking has been in the back seat when considered an integral part of the initial cost analysis of the project. Professional decking installation is a specialist trade and has a key role to play in your Project. We … Read more
For those of you that have not yet experienced the affects that Owatrol can make to old, weathered timber, then I hope this can offer an insight… A client in the south of the country was looking to have their decking restored as it had become grey and weathered having been left untreated since it … Read more
How does hardwood decking weather? Tropical hardwood such as Ipe, Elondo, Massaranduba and many others all have their own behaviour when used as timber decking. Some are considered livelier than others, some are harder wearing, some are oiled and some not…There are never two decks the same as they are built as bespoke projects for … Read more
A question we often hear is what makes suitable decking wood, surely wood is wood. As you can guess by reading the topic of this blog post, not every wood is equal to the task. There are plenty of wood species which are used for a wide range of timber applications from flooring to worktops, … Read more
How much should I be paying for my new decking installation…. How Much Does Decking Cost What cost is a decking board? A common question by many end users is “what is the price difference between hardwood decking and softwood decking”? “why do they vary in price so much”? Softwood decking, Hardwood timber decking or composite decking … Read more
International Timber’s decking range gives you the design flexibility to achieve a look that suits a range of lifestyles and environments. We have a range of beautiful species of hardwood and softwood timbers to choose from, each mellowing over time to add a unique warmth and character. Plus a choice of handrail and balustrade components to … Read more
Apart from the advantages listed in my first blog on whether to add decking to a design for an outdoor area, there are some fundamental issues of ‘levels’ which add weight to this. Many people today want to extend the living area directly from their indoor spaces. The want the house to flow seemlessly … Read more
Artisan wood fired ovens on your decking Have you considered having a wood fired oven on your timber decking or in your garden? Something custom made that enhances your garden decking space. These features are unique and can be used all year round… They make your garden small amazing too and contribute to the perfect … Read more