Wooden Decking in Hornchurch

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Wooden Decking in Hornchurch

Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable option for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very fashionable areas that can be used year round with the addition of outside heating and lighting. Wooden decking is generally fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking is available in virtually any size or shape to match any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is relatively quick to install and causes little disruption, especially in comparison to alternatives like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is essential however to be sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take the weight of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a choice of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Generally decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will require maintenance, which generally entails yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Hornchurch

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 Hornchurch 2025

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

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Hornchurch

Hornchurch is a large suburban town within East London, England and also an area of the London Borough of Havering. It is actually to be found 15.2 miles (24.5 km) east-northeast of Charing Cross and is one of the several locally important area centres recognised within the London Plan.

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Stoneartuk LTD

14 review(s)
Based: in London, HA5 3TA

Hi my name is Martin from stone art uk ltd we are a local run landscaping company within the Pinner area we specialise in all types of driveways and patios please do not hesitate to visit us at are website or give us a call .

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Bob A., GU15
3

Garden | Decking in Camberley

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Surbiton Landscaping

56 review(s)
Based: in Kingston upon thames, KT6 4JX

Surbiton landscaping and building services in business since 1999 very professional run, family Business that takes pride in their work

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Paul M., GU2
5

Garden | Decking in Guildford

Friendly, knowledgeable and got the job done on time. Thanks

Advanced Tree and Landscaping Services

15 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD24 7LS

Tree surgery services also avaliable Find us on Thomson local and Google

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Michael F., HA8
4

Garden | Decking in Edgware

The job was well done, some of the finishing could have been better

Similar Customer Enquiries for Wooden decking in Hornchurch

09 Apr

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM12

Enquiry from: Mark J

Start Date: Immediate

to remove old decking and get a new deck supplied and fitted, either wood or cheapest option, it needs to be seen to quote on

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03 Aug

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM11

Enquiry from: Monica V

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Steps, pegola wnd decking or patio

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24 Jul

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM11

Enquiry from: Monica V

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Steps, pegola wnd decking or patio

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30 Jun

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM11

Enquiry from: George J

Start Date: Immediate

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

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17 Apr

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM12

Enquiry from: Linda H

Start Date: Immediate

moving to house with 70ft garden that sloes right to level want it levelled and landscaped are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: large garden garden type: back garde...

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11 Apr

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM12

Enquiry from: Linda H

Start Date: Immediate

moving to house with 70ft garden that sloes right to level want it levelled and landscaped are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: large garden garden type: back garde...

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04 Mar

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM12

Enquiry from: Lakshna B

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Garden size:24m Long by 15m wide. Garden is overgrown, grass cutting and shrub...

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15 Feb

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM11

Enquiry from: Malgorzata P

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Cutting the grass, clean the wood decking.

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09 Jul

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM11

Enquiry from: Ghazala A

Start Date: Immediate

Need new patio or decking on old patio. Trough planters, pathway, new lawn, out house at bottom of the garden Property Type: Detached Roughly the size of your garden: 0-10 m2 Time scale: Immediate A...

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04 Aug

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM11

Enquiry from: Kim P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Decking required over uneven and sloping concrete measuring approx 12x10 ft which is bordered by two high fences and lawn to front/side. Plus some ballustrading to open side of decking. Side entry to ...

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08 Mar

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM11

Enquiry from: Michelle D

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Decking, new path, grass laid and flower bed and sleepers laid and shed up...

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18 Sep

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM11

Enquiry from: Linda W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Other Forms: None Please call to appoint

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11 Apr

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM11

Enquiry from: Gary C

Start Date: Immediate

I am looking to install approx 45m2 of composite decking. The decking will replace an existing raised patio and be extended. I would like the whole decking to be level. I can supply the composite d...

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03 Apr

Garden | Decking

Hornchurch - RM12

Enquiry from: B O

Start Date: Immediate

to supply and fit decking in my back garden in September 2016 - Estimated Service Date: 03/10/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 200 - Reason for Request: To just have an idea of the price

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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 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.
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.
How to build a deck frame?
Building a simple deck frame, or decking subframe, that you’re laying on level ground is easy if you take time to prepare and get all the things you need. We’ll go through the steps on how to build a deck frame here. Tools and equipment To get building your deck frame, you’ll need:
  • Decking joists
  • Coach screws
  • Coach bolts
  • Combi drill
  • Socket set
  • A saw suitable for your project and the thickness of the timber
  • Pencil
  • Decking preservative
  • Sandpaper or sander
Build your subframe
  1. Measure your deck frame and cut to size if necessary.
  2. Make 2 pencil marks on each end of the frame’s 2 outer joists to mark where the coach screws will go. They need to align with the centre of the adjoining outer joist. Then, use a flat wood drill bit to drill recesses into each mark. Make them the same depth of the screws that your using’s head and wide enough for a ratchet or socket to tighten them.
  3. Using a thinner drill bit, line up the outer joists and drill a pilot hole through the middle of the recess. These pilot holes act as a guide for the screws and stops them from splitting the wood.
  4. Fit the coach screws with either a drill driver or socket and ratchet.
  5. Repeat the process for the inner joists once you’ve assembled the outer frame.
IMPORTANT: While you’re building your deck frame and the decking itself, remember to cover all pilot holes and ends of timber in decking preservative to ensure that your decking remains structurally sound for as long as possible. Though relatively simple, building a deck frame and the decking will take some time. It would be much quicker and easier to get a professional in to do it, who could represent more value for money.
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