Material companions for decking Decking is an important element in many gardens. It can be a stand-alone platform, a pontoon or a multi-level terrace surrounded by planting. The decking should work within the whole garden scheme. The material companions for a decking scheme may often be overlooked when in most cases would add tremendously to … Read more
Garden Decking Trends for 2023 Lighter and brighter are the on-trend gardens for this year. White is the new black and the colours are sharper than they ever have been. Combinations of materials should be harmonious, simple and geometric The last decade has been overwhelmed with black surrounded by variations in grey. This is so … 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
Iroko decking terrace by Karl Harrison Iroko FSC is a certified hardwood used for this central London Garden balcony scheme. The subtle contrast between the timber and the steel will soften over time as the timber weathers. The plants will grow, and this will become a beautiful balcony retreat over the next few years. Iroko … 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
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
Trex Deck Builder in Weybridge When choosing a Weybridge decking design or decking installer it may be worth a visit to a manufacturers Pro Installers Scheme. Trex composite decking has a well performing Deck Pro installer scheme. All members in this Trex scheme have been proven for skill, quality and with references. The manufacturer also … Read more
Aberdeen Glass Railing and Trex decking Trex decking in Aberdeen is an increasingly popular garden feature. To create a composite decking terrace provides a purpose in your garden, a place to site and relax. The Decking Network has interviewed a local decking designer, builder and Pro Trex installer based in Aberdeen. What’s your name, where … Read more
Decking design and installation in Norwich Darren Gooch, decking by name and decking by nature. This chap is an absolute professional when it comes to designing and building decking structures for domestic gardens. Rated as one of the top professionals for Trex® composite decking and is certified as a “Platinum Pro Installer” So, who is … Read more
Trex Decking annual awards Arbor Forest Products announces winners of fifth anniversary Arbordeck Awards Arbor Forest Products has announced the winners of the 2022 Arbordeck Awards. This includes the results of the first ever public vote in celebration of the awards’ fifth anniversary. Kent-based Browns Landscaping and Decking scooped the top Deck of the Year … Read more