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Wooden Decking in Abbotsbury

Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable choice for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant spaces that can be used year round with the help of outside heating and lighting. Wooden decking is typically installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking can come in virtually any size or shape to accommodate any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce an impressive effect. Wooden decking is reasonably simple to install and causes minimal disruption, especially in comparison to alternatives like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is vital however to be sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take the load of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a collection of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Generally decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which generally requires annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Abbotsbury

The typical cost of Wooden decking is £1500. Costs can change based upon the materials and the firm hired. The upper price range can be as high as £1725. The material costs are commonly approximately £375

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Wooden decking installation cost in Abbotsbury 2026

Labour cost £1,050
Material cost £375
Waste removal £75
Time frame: 1-4 days

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Abbotsbury

Abbotsbury is a parish in Dorset. It is in the West Dorset district and lies about 1 mile inland from the English Channel coast. It has a population of 481. Within the parish is a portion of Chesil Beach which is an 18 mile barrier beach. It is part of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site. Abbotsbury is in the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The village is well-known for its swannery, which is the only managed colony of nesting mute swans in the world. It is also the location of the subtropical gardens which opened in 1765. The remnants of Abbotsbury Castle are also above the village, and it was the front line of defence from invasion in its day.

Other buildings in the village include St. Catherine's Chapel, which is a 14th-century pilgrimage chapel used by the monks of the abbey. It is built from stone, including the roof and ceiling. It is a Grade I listed building. The Church of St. Nicholas is also a Grade I listed building and was built in the 14th century.

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Amazing Landscaping Ltd

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Based: in Wimborne, BH21 2BT

No matter the size of your project, Amazing Fences and Landscaping guarantees precision to meet your specifications. We’re committed to finding the most cost-effective solutions, ensuring your garden not only looks stunning but also remains secure....

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Irene J., BH21
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Garden | Decking in Wimborne

Amazing fencing and Landscapes were friendly, efficient and worked the full day. Our decking was large and rotting espec...

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26 Apr

Garden | Decking

Weymouth - DT3

Enquiry from: David W

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i have an area approx 8.5 x 3.5 mts on which i would like to have a studio/hobby room and an area to accommodate a hot tub. i would appreciate the opportunity to discuss what is needed and cost. can y...

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20 Aug

Garden | Decking

Weymouth - DT3

Enquiry from: Alan W

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Parts of our decking is rotten do you do repairs? if you do please could you give me a quote

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25 Aug

Garden | Decking

Weymouth - DT4

Enquiry from: Philip W

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hi - i have a smallish problem with the composite decking. the end piece of decking has come away from the clips that hold it in place. i have tried to get it back in to no avail. please can you hel...

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26 Aug

Garden | Decking

Weymouth - DT4

Enquiry from: Pamela S

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replacement decking patio and path in 30 x 10 ft garden. please quote for wood and for composite. thanks pam skilton are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what l...

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05 Aug

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Weymouth - DT4

Enquiry from: Steven D

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customer has a gardening & landscaping project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for wooden decking. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a carpenter.confir...

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12 Apr

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Weymouth - DT4

Enquiry from: Richard T

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wooden decking 4m x 4m removal of old decking new decking laid are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply and deck please ca...

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30 Mar

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Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: CHRIS p

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decking area in rear garden are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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19 Nov

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Dorchester - DT2

Enquiry from: Eric Q

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06 Oct

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Dorchester - DT2

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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Other Forms: 92 Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

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31 May

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Weymouth - DT4

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03 Apr

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Weymouth - DT4

Enquiry from: Dale W

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i have a garden 13ft+13ft for decking and i need to find out how much it is to do it all can you give me quot - Estimated Service Date: 07/04/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 13ft 13ft - Reason ...

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FAQs

How to build decking on a slope?
You might think that building decking on a slope is a no-go, but it’s actually a great way to help you make use of your garden when the ground is sloping. It will provide you with a level surface that you can BBQ on as well as dine alfresco without finding that your meal is rolling down the table. But how do you build decking on a slope? Our guide in the FAQ above, ‘How to build a raised deck’, is the perfect solution – but we’ll break it down here if you just want to get an idea of what’s involved. Dig out the area If you’re laying on soil or turf, you’ll need to dig it out. Dig down and remove all the turf from the area and ensure that there are no weeds or stones in the area you’re going to build your decking on. Since you’re building on a slope, it will be hard to get it level, but dig out to a depth of 50mm and lay weed-control fabric with gravel over the top. Add posts and set with concrete Make holes for posts and add them in, ensuring they’re longer than you need. Make sure they’re level, then fill the holes with a concrete mix to set them in place. Build the outer frame Make sure you always work at the top of the slope when you’re building your decking, and measure where the highest point of the decking will be. Secure the 4 sides of the outer frame and factor in a 2mm fall for every metre of decking so rainwater can run off. Add joists Secure joists along your frame at 400mm intervals. If you get to the last joist and there will be more than a 400mm gap left at the end, add in an extra one for support. Lay your deck boards Screw your deck boards to the joists, ensuring that the deck boards are running in the opposite direction to the joists. For timber boards, you need to make sure you leave an expansion gap of 5-8mm. These steps should give you an idea of whether you want to have a go at building decking on a slope, or whether you want to leave it to the pros.
How to make steps for a deck?
Unless you built a ground-level deck, you’re going to need steps to go with it. Check Building Regulations to see if you need to install handrails as well. It’s good practice to:
  • Have a step tread width of 900mm – if you don’t want them that wide, they should be no less than 760mm
  • Add a central step riser to stairs wider than 900mm to prevent them buckling
  • Add a step depth (the vertical distance between each step) of between 150 and 180mm if building your own riser, so the steps are at a comfortable depth
Getting started To build your steps for the deck, you’ll need:
  • Step treads (the actual step themselves)
  • Step risers
  • Coach screws
  • Deck screws
  • Saw
  • Drill
Make the steps for your deck
  1. Make sure the ground where you want to put your steps is level and firm. If it’s not, consider laying concrete or paving slabs to provide a secure surface for your steps to sit so they don’t sink.
  2. Grab some joist off-cuts and cut them to the same width as your step treads. Attach them to the step risers at the top and bottom using countersunk coach screws.
  3. Place the steps against the sub-frame of the deck; if you’ve put slabs down for support, make sure the steps sit in the middle of them. The longest edge of the stair riser should be on the slabs, and the short edge against the deck. Drill pilot holes through the step and sub-frame joist, then screw the step to the sub-frame with more coach screws.
  4. After drilling pilot holes, screw the treads into the risers at each end with deck screws.
  5. If you don’t want gaps between each stair, you can add joist off-cuts or deck boards. Measure the height and depth of the gap, then screw the off-cut or board into the step riser with two screws at each end.
Will I need safety barriers or balustrades for my decking?

If your deck isn’t going to be flat to the ground, it’s a good idea to have some kind of balustrade to avoid any tripping. If the gap between the deck and the ground is less than 600mm, use a 900mm balustrade. If it’s higher than 600mm, the balustrade should be 1100mm tall.

How much is decking?
How much decking costs depends on the type of material you go for, how big you want your decking to be and where you live in the country. But typically, the cost of decking is between £1,200 - £1,800. The most popular material for decking is pre-treated softwood, which will set you back around £1,000 for 15m2. Hardwood is more expensive but is more durable, and will cost approximately £2,000 for the same amount. Homeowners are also beginning to choose composite decking, which is made from recycled plastic and wood fibres, and is low-maintenance and eco-friendly. This will cost around £1,600 for 15m2, while uPVC which is also a low-maintenance option costs around £600. People tend to choose composite over uPVC because it looks more like natural timber. If you’re a competent DIYer, you might want to have a go at laying decking yourself which will set you back around £1,000 for a standard softwood timber deck. We think it’s worth paying the extra £600 for a professional to lay your decking, since they will be able to do it much more quickly. If you do want to try it yourself, we recommend leaving at least a whole weekend open to do it, but it’s likely to take you longer. Factor in the possibility of having to take time off work to complete it and it might be more cost-effective to leave it to the pros.
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