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Wooden Decking in Orpington

Wooden decking is an increasingly popular option for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very fashionable areas which can be used year round by installing external heating and lighting. Wooden decking is usually installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking is available in virtually any size or shape to accommodate any area. Curved designs or large areas linked by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is reasonably easy to install and causes little disruption, especially when compared to alternatives like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is important however to make sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take the weight of any furniture or plants that you want to use on the decking. There is a collection of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Typically decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which typically consists of annual 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 Orpington

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 Orpington 2025

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

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Orpington

Orpington is a suburban town and electoral ward in the London Borough of Bromley in Greater London, positioned at the south eastern side of London's urban sprawl. The London Plan determines the town as one of the 35 central centres in Greater London. Before the facility of Greater London in 1965, Orpington was administratively in the county of Kent, which is still the postal county for the town. In accordance with the 2011 Census, the population of Orpington is around 15311. Within this population, 52 percent were female and 48 percent were male, with the average age being 42, which is just above the nationwide average age of 40. A large quantity of shops can be found on the High Street and in the Walnuts Shopping Centre. A general market is also located in the town, which is open for 3 days a week. Numerous restaurants, cafe and public houses are additionally spread around the location. Orpington includes a variety of local landmarks. The Parish Church, 'All Saints', was endowed by the Archbishop of Canterbury in 1173. It has actually undergone some modifications throughout the years, most noticeably the loss of the tower and steeple after its damage in a storm in 1809, as well as going through extension work in 1957. The town is additionally home to a medieval hall house, The Priory, which is believed to have been built in the 11th century. Received by the Orpington Urban District Council in 1947, it was used as a museum for over 50 years. Its garden creates an enticing public park with a natural pond, the source of the River Cray. For all of your home upgrades, make sure to make use of dependable experts in Orpington to make certain of quality.

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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

no-price

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 Orpington

03 Jul

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Alan L

Start Date: Immediate

looking to have an existing brick patio replaced with composite decking area. space is approx 38sqm. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of servi...

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25 Jun

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Alan L

Start Date: Immediate

looking to have an existing brick patio replaced with composite decking area. space is approx 38sqm. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of servi...

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12 Jun

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Jeanette D

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Fencing to b put up about 3 panels Decking to b removed patio instead Ne...

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26 Oct

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Tom M

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached other forms: garden maintenance, wooden decking, upvc double glazing agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes...

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20 May

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Jackie B

Start Date: Immediate

are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached other forms: wooden decking agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint

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17 Jul

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Nathan T

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Grass flowers hedges need trimming weeds nd others

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03 Jul

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Tracy W

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: I have a small slope area which I would like to make a deck seating area and I I...

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11 Jun

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Jo M

Start Date: Less than one month

Decking needs replacing Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale: Less than one month Please call to ap...

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18 May

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Liam G

Start Date: Immediate

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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02 Jun

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Jamie D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: we had an area semi cleared last year, we need to have it either decked or pati...

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28 May

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Martin U

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Prepare ground work for new lawn Build decking Prepare base and erect lo...

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20 Mar

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Sally B

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: I am looking to deck both the top and bottom areas of the garden. I need to rea...

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17 Aug

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Patrick D

Start Date: Immediate

Wooden decking Home owner Supplied and fitted 47 SQ M Immediately Please call to appoint * Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of service ...

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13 Aug

Garden | Decking

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Patrick D

Start Date: Immediate

Wooden decking Home owner Supplied and fitted 47 SQ M Immediately Please call to appoint * Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of service ...

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FAQs

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 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.
What should I do if my deck or terrace is slippery?

Usually, slipperiness is caused by algae or dirt on top of the deck or terrace. A full cleaning treatment should restore the natural grip of the wood or stone. If slipperiness is a persistent problem, consider installing grip mats in high traffic areas of the deck.

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.
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