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Wooden Decking in Arbroath

Wooden decking is an increasingly prevalent option for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very fashionable spaces which can be used year round by installing outside heating and light. Wooden decking is commonly fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking is available in any size or shape to fit any area. Curved designs or large areas linked by pathways can create an impressive effect. Wooden decking is reasonably quick to install and causes little disruption, particularly when compared to alternatives like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is critical however to be sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the load of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a selection of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Normally decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will demand maintenance, which usually consists of annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming more popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Arbroath

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 Arbroath 2025

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

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Arbroath

Arbroath is actually a former royal burgh and the most significant town inside the council area of Angus in Scotland, and possesses a populace of 22,785. It lies on the North Sea coast, around 16 miles from Dundee and 45 miles southwest of Aberdeen.

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13 Apr

Garden | Decking

Arbroath - DD11

Enquiry from: Moira L

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remove old decking and replace with new decking are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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16 Apr

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Arbroath - DD11

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CREAM DECKING WITH BALUSTRADE ON THREE SIDES ONE LONG SIDE OF DECKUPTO LONG SIDE OF LODGE APPROX 4mtr x 2.5mtr DISTANCE FROM GROUND LEVEL TO DECK HEIGHT APPROX 700mm. GROUND CONDITIONS CONCRETE AND ...

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06 Jun

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Arbroath - DD11

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Approx 20m2 of decking required.

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20 Mar

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Arbroath - DD11

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Arbroath - DD11

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Property type: Terrace, Work description: 10ft bushes removed and replaced by fencing. Landscaping required...slabbing gravel and decking area. Removal of other bush stumps. Free quotes reques...

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15 Apr

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Montrose - DD10

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customer in montrose area has requested that we arrange quotes for their wooden decking project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a carpenter directly.please call to di...

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21 Feb

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Dundee - DD5

Enquiry from: Alan M

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lay grass turf, pressure wash patio and path, lay weed suppression felt on open soil area, weed beds and, if you offer this, cement repoint patio? happy to speak on phone or you can visit to look as y...

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09 Feb

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Dundee - DD5

Enquiry from: Graham C

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design and installation of composite decking are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: small garden garden type: back garden work required: decking current state of gar...

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04 Mar

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Carnoustie - DD7

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non slip composite decking in garden area 3m by 3m are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoi...

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24 Jul

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Dundee - DD5

Enquiry from: Simon B

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10m squared decking. Elevated 500mm from the ground with a set of steps down and balastrading all round

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01 Jun

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Dundee - DD4

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02 May

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Dundee - DD4

Enquiry from: Graham C

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Work description: Basic decking. 12ft by 12 ft Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) ...

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15 Apr

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Dundee - DD5

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31 Mar

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Dundee - DD5

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Replacement of old decking in back garden

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20 Mar

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Dundee - DD4

Enquiry from: Jack G

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

place a new shed, erect decking Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale: 1-3 months Please call...

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14 Nov

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Dundee - DD5

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Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Replace existing decking due to rot Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale: 1-3 months

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20 Jul

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Dundee - DD4

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Decking fitted plus a fence

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01 Jul

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Brechin - DD9

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Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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07 May

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Dundee - DD4

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: I want an area of my garden decked I have all the materials Are you the proper...

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27 Mar

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Dundee - DD5

Enquiry from: Pamela C

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Replace rotten decking at the back of my house, few steps up to back door, plus overall area of 50 feet by 12 feet

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FAQs

How much maintenance will a wooden deck need?

Properly installed wooden decking will not need a lot of maintenance. Most manufacturers recommend regularly brushing leaves and dirt off the deck, and a yearly cleaning and staining procedure. This will keep the wood in the best condition. Fluids and treatments are readily available from all DIY shops and stores.

How to fit composite decking?
Fitting composite decking is similar to installing timber decking, but there are some small differences in terms of the gaps you need to leave between boards and the screws you use. We’ll go through a quick guide to show you the process involved in fitting composite decking so you can decide whether it’s something you want to do yourself. Prepare the area Prepare the area according to our instructions in the previous FAQs – or you can use an existing patio or concrete base if you have one. Measure and mark out the area using chalk (if using an existing base). Assemble the decking frame Build the outer frame as we show in our FAQs above; if the area you have planned is longer than your joists, you’ll need to join them together. When you’ve built the frame and it’s secure, ensure that it’s at the right level for water runoff and add risers, slabs or treated off-cuts of timber at 500mm intervals if you need to. Add joists The spacing of your joists will depend on the type of design you have chosen for your composite decking. If you’re laying arched boards horizontally, you’ll need to space the joists 300mm apart. Lay your composite decking boards
  1. If you’ve not got an overhang or it’s a fixed deck, fit starter clips along the outside edge of the frame and secure with screws provided with the composite decking. If you are working with an overhang, put the first board into position not exceeding 25mm. If you’re adding a fascia, put an off-cut of board under the overhang so you know it’ll be flush with the fascia.
  2. Pre-drill all fixing points, measuring in 30mm from the edge of the board. Secure the board to the joist below with composite decking screws.
  3. Slide a hidden fastener clip in so it sits within the groove of the deck board. It needs to be in the centre of the joist to keep the boards secure and ensure an expansion gap of 6mm. Tighten the clips until just tight, and repeat so there’s a clip at every joist.
  4. Add the next board, ensuring that the fastener clips sit within the groove – make sure you don’t force it. Repeat step 3.
  5. Continue steps 3 and 4 until you’re at the final board, which you should secure in the same way as you did the first.
Add a fascia board If you’re adding a fascia, measure in 40mm from each end and add two guide marks: one at 40mm from the top and the other at 40mm from the bottom. Connect the marks, then mark at 300mm intervals down the board. Drill pilot holes, then put the fascia board into position. You need to make sure that there’s a 40mm ventilation gap between the bottom of the fascia and the ground. Ask someone to hold the board level until you’ve finished securing it with composite decking screws; you can get colour-matched ones so they don’t look unsightly at the end of your decking. Not so sure you want to carry out such a big project yourself? Get quotes from decking pros who will be able to fit composite decking much more quickly and easily.
How much decking do I need?
How much decking you need will – of course – depend on how big you plan your deck to be. There is an equation to help you work out how many deck boards you need. It’s a little complicated until you’ve been shown how it works, but once you know how to do it it’s easy to work out how much decking you need for any project. The equation takes into account the recommended 10% wastage and includes the expansion gaps that are required, which is between 5-8mm along the length of the deck boards (EGL, or expansion gap length) and 3mm along the ends of the deck boards (EGW, or expansion gap width) for timber. It also assumes you’re laying your decking horizontally, as if you’re looking for a diagonal or chevron design you’ll need more deck boards. Let’s go through an example, assuming you have a 10m x 6m area that you want to cover with decking made from timber boards that are 2.4m long and 144mm wide. We’ll use the EGL of 5mm and EGW of 3mm.
  1. Calculate the surface area for your decking Multiply the length (L) of your decking area by the width (W): L x W = Decking Surface Area (DSA) in m2 10 x 6 = 60m2
  2. Work out the coverage of your deck boards Add your deck board width (DBW) to the expansion gap length (EGL), then add the deck board length (DBL) to the expansion gap width (EGW). Then multiply these numbers. (DBW + EGL) x (DBL + EGW) = Single Board Coverage (SBC) 0.144m + 0.005m = 0.149m 2.4m + 0.003m = 2.403m 0.149 x 2.403 = 0.358m2
  3. Calculate the number of deck boards you need Multiply the SBC by 1.1 to allow for 10% wastage. Then, divide the DSA by the SBC. DSA / SCB x 1.1 = Total number of boards required 60m2 / 0.358m2 x 1.1 = 184.36 boards – so round up to 185 so you’re not left short.
If that all seems a bit complicated for you, let a professional do the maths – they will be able to give you an idea of how much decking you’ll need in no time.
Can I fit a hot tub on my terrace or decking?

Yes, although you should make sure that the terrace or decking is able to support the weight of a hot tub. Usually, you will need to have a structural survey carried out on the area. Seek the advise of a hot tub retailer or installer about the logistics of installing one at your property.

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