A proud moment for decking excellence The APL Awards matter. They recognise genuine quality in UK landscaping. They reward skill, judgement, and craftsmanship on site. That is exactly why this result deserves proper applause. This year, the Decking Feature category brought together three strong finalists. Ellicar, Kingfisher Decking Ltd, and The London Decking Company each … Read more
An article by the TDCA (Timber Decking and Cladding Association) Published 26th May 2025 Composite decking article response because of a blatantly biased report. A news worth report that underpins the current state of decking representation in the UK. It is presented by an organisation exclusively focused on, and funded by, the timber industry. Nothing … Read more
Let’s talk honestly about timber posts in the ground If you have been around decks for any length of time, you will already know why most posts fail. It is almost always right at ground level. That should tell us something. Timber does not fail because it is weak. It fails because ground contact creates … Read more
January decking tips: a good time to think before you build The month of January is when decks are still built, and it is often the month when the best decks begin. January decking tips are best to consider when the garden quiet and the pace slower, it gives you the opportunity to step back … Read more
Trex Decking 2026 UK has New Colours, Cooler Boards, Smarter Garden Decks Homeowners plan garden upgrades earlier than ever. Trex Decking 2026 UK Trex answers with fresh colours and comfort-led performance for 2026.This update explains what’s new, why it matters, and how to choose well. You want a deck that looks premium, feels comfortable, and … Read more
Trex RainEscape: maximising outdoor living space as part of a balcony deck build Homeowners on the Wirral Peninsula wanted to make the most of their picturesque surroundings by adding a first-floor Trex RainEscape balcony deck to their barn conversion. An important part of the brief was the ability to use the area beneath the balcony … 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
DIY SOS decking ramp DIY SOS decking ramp solved a huge problem in their latest home transformation in Swansea, one particular feature stood out — a curved composite ramp, designed and built to give wheelchair access from the home to the garden. The project brought together Trex composite decking and the expertise of Paul Smythe, a … Read more
The decking ban at a glance There’s no blanket UK ban on fake grass or other synthetic landscaping materials and certainly not a ban on composite decking. Some professional bodies urge caution or campaign against plastic grass. I support evidence-led, site-specific choices: permeable, nature-positive first; synthetics only where they solve a real problem and meet durability, drainage … Read more
The Decking Hub is back—and bigger at FutureScape 2025 After a standout debut in 2024, The Decking Hub returns to FutureScape 2025 in association with Decking Network. This year, Karl Harrison hosts live demonstrations with leading brands. The goal is clear: give you practical knowledge you can use on your next deck. You’ll get real … Read more