Wooden decking is an increasingly common 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 with the addition of external heating and light. Wooden decking is often installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking can come in any size or shape to accommodate any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can create a striking effect. Wooden decking is relatively easy to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly in comparison to other possibilities like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is vital 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 choice of species of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Typically decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will demand maintenance, which usually will involve yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become more popular for use in wooden decking as they are more robust and require far less maintenance.
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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Shaftesbury is a community and civil parish in Dorset, England. It is situated on the A30 road, 20 miles (32 kilometres) west of Salisbury, near to the border with Wiltshire. It is the only substantial hilltop settlement in Dorset, being built concerning 215 metres (705 ft) above sea level on a greensand hillside on the edge of Cranborne Chase. The community evaluates the Blackmore Vale, part of the River Stour container. From different viewpoints, it is feasible to see at least regarding Glastonbury Tor to the northwest. Shaftesbury is the site of the previous Shaftesbury Abbey, which was founded in 888 by King Alfred and turned into one of the wealthiest religious establishments in the country, prior to being destroyed in the Dissolution in 1539. Adjacent to the abbey website is Gold Hill, a high cobbled street made use of in the 1970s as the setting for Ridley Scott's television ad for Hovis bread. In the 2011 census the town's civil parish had a population of 7,314.
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Shaftesbury - SP7
Enquiry from: Angela H
Start Date: 3+ months
Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Semi detached Decking Please Call to Appoint
Warminster - BA12
Enquiry from: Jill C
Start Date: Immediate
Renovation/replacement of raised decking at rear of house which has been in place for 25 years approx.
Blandford Forum - DT11
Enquiry from: Sarah J
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3/4 acre large very overgrown garden needs strimming for now. then.tree stumps etc at. later date are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: extra large garden garden ty...
Warminster - BA12
Enquiry from: James A
Start Date: Immediate
a decking patio fairly large approx 4m x 12m the plot is fairly flat but will need some preparation, will be sitting an inflatable hot tub somewhere on it, would love to get it done by the end of may ...
Warminster - BA12
Enquiry from: Brian M
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I need area of about 4 X 2 meters covered in decking Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Other Time scale: 1-3 months What level of service do you require: Supply and d...
Gillingham - SP8
Enquiry from: Ashley S
Start Date: Immediate
Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Wooden decking out front of house, 6m L. 3m W Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Semi detached Time scale: Less ...
Warminster - BA12
Enquiry from: Aaron S
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Some of the area is concrete about 15cm deep the rest is soil Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Semi detached Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 162 What level of ...
Wincanton - BA9
Enquiry from: Daniel C
Start Date: Immediate
Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 14×11 Homeowner Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint
Sturminster Newton - DT10
Enquiry from: Rebecca H
Start Date: Immediate
Property type: Other, Work description: All grass needs digging up leavening off & decking laid Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Other What level of service do ...
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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.
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.
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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