post support to prevent rotting posts

Why most posts fail from the bottom up under your deck

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

balustrade at night

FH Brundle is proud to be a brand ambassador for the Decking Network

FH Brundle is proud to be a brand ambassador for the Decking Network FH Brundle was established in 1889 and is still very much a family business. Now owned and run by Michael Brundle (fifth generation), it’s the UK’s largest supplier of handrailing and balustrades, with one of the most extensive ranges of aluminium fences, available … Read more

This decking was built in Newport on Tay, looking across towards Dundee. The main structure is steel and was built and installed by a local blacksmith, everything above it is C24 structural timber with deck tape, the deck board is Trex Tiki Torch. The glass rail is by Balconette and instead of it being curved its faceted, we’ve been partners with Balconette now for almost 12 years.

Aberdeen Glass Railing and Trex decking

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

what are the best decking screws

What are the BEST Decking Screws

Decking Screws, which ones should I use explained here… Stainless, coated or does it really matter? … Of course, it does… What are the best decking screws Stainless is by far the best for exterior use, either A2 or A4 stainless The A2 stainless steel grade screw or fixing has a good corrosion resistance under … Read more