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Wooden decking is an increasingly popular option for providing 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 using outside heating and illumination. Wooden decking is frequently installed 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 complement any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce an impressive effect. Wooden decking is fairly quick to install and causes minimal disruption, especially when compared to other possibilities like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is necessary however to be sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the load of any furniture or plants that you want to use on the decking. There is a collection of species of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Generally decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will require maintenance, which commonly includes yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming more popular for use in wooden decking as they are more robust and require far less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in South West

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 South West 2026

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

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South West

The South West of England is the largest of the nine areas in the country for land area and it has a population of 5.2 million. These put together provide the region a population density of 220 individuals per square kilometre. The South West accounts for several counties which includes Devon, Cornwall, Wiltshire, Somerset and Gloucestershire. The Isles of Scilly are additionally within the region. The South West's largest city by populace is Bristol, with Plymouth, Swindon and Gloucester the other major urbanised areas. For your property developments in the South West, make sure you use vetted and reputable businesses to get the best value for money.

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29 Jan

Garden | Decking

Brixham - TQ5

Enquiry from: David B

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complete replacement of decking at back of house

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07 Oct

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Yeovil - BA22

Enquiry from: Karen C

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Garden decking wooden - Measurement second half front 1.69 m (169 cm, 5′ 6″) Measurement half back left side 2.27 m (227 cm, 7′ 5″) Measurement across front 3.19 m (319 cm, 10′ 6″) ...

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28 Aug

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Dartmouth - TQ6

Enquiry from: Hugh D

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Replace existing wooden decking and steps with new composite decking and glass balustrade

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25 Aug

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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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17 Aug

Garden | Decking

Wells - BA5

Enquiry from: Barbara S

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annual maintenance of a deck currently in good condition are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: deck only please call to appoi...

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14 Aug

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Swindon - SN6

Enquiry from: Chris M

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I would like a quote for the cost of replacing my existing wooden decking with composite.

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12 Aug

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Wimborne - BH21

Enquiry from: Irene J

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current deck is getting old and rotting in places especially by the pond. we think the main foundations of the deck are good but again where we have a waterfall this part of the deck is rotting down t...

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04 Aug

Garden | Decking

Wadebridge - PL27

Enquiry from: MOLLIE M

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REMOVE CHIPPINGS AND FIT DECKING

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10 Jul

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Warminster - BA12

Enquiry from: Jill C

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Renovation/replacement of raised decking at rear of house which has been in place for 25 years approx.

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07 Jul

Garden | Decking

Buckfastleigh - TQ11

Enquiry from: Maria C

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Decking needs replacing in an area approx 3m x5m

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05 Jul

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Bournemouth - BH9

Enquiry from: Wendy L

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quote to build decking 4mx3m have purchased decking kit so wood here quote just to build thanks are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached what level of service ...

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27 Jun

Garden | Decking

Bideford - EX39

Enquiry from: David Y

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Replace wooden decking with composite decking . Area approx 32 sq m

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25 Jun

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Cheltenham - GL52

Enquiry from: Janet J

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Replacement of wooden decking with composite

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18 Jun

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Bournemouth - BH11

Enquiry from: JIM M

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take up old decking boards which some are rotting and unsafe and replace with new decking which has been purchased are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached wha...

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11 Jun

Garden | Decking

Camborne - TR14

Enquiry from: Mary T

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Clean existing wooden decking and remove existing balustrade and fit new one

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14 May

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Cheltenham - GL52

Enquiry from: Janet J

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Replacement of wooden decking for possible decking

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13 May

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Tewkesbury - GL20

Enquiry from: Savio L

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hi, please let me know the cost to install approx. 7x4 meters in the garden which only has turf (grass) at the moment. we may decide to to build a glass & metal verandah over it maybe a year or two la...

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08 May

Garden | Decking

Penzance - TR18

Enquiry from: Eve J

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decking and lights for outside area ....xx xx... installation. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply and deck pleas...

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05 May

Garden | Decking

Cheltenham - GL52

Enquiry from: Janet J

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1. Existing wooden decking replaced with new wood or replaced with composite or 2. Existing decking turned over

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27 Apr

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Dartmouth - TQ6

Enquiry from: Peter H

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Not a huge area, however, the existing decking is rotten to the point of being dangerous and needs completely renewing as you will see.

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FAQs

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.

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 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 to lay decking on uneven ground?
There are two ways to lay decking on uneven ground. We’ve explained how to build a raised deck in our FAQ ‘How to build a raised deck’ above, and that’s great for uneven ground or sloped gardens. But there’s another way that you can lay decking on uneven ground if you don’t want a raised deck: you can create a level supporting base. We’ll go through the basics here. Materials you’ll need
  • Paving slabs – old or cheap ones are fine
  • Timber for the frame and legs
  • Type 1 MOT hardcore
How to lay decking on uneven ground
  1. Mark out the area as we explain in ‘How to lay decking’. Then, dig to 200mm below where you want to surface of the decking to be.
  2. Add a 50mm layer of hardcore and make sure it’s compact.
  3. Build the decking sub-frame as we describe in ‘How to build a deck frame’.
  4. Lay out paving slabs along the edges and in the centre of the area. This will help to spread the weight of the decking.
  5. Set the decking frame on the slabs, checking for high or low points and adding off-cuts of timber where needed. Don’t forget to sand and seal these off-cuts with decking preservative.
  6. Add your joists and then the deck boards, leaving the recommended gaps of expansion of between 5-8mm.
Building your decking on top of paving slabs is a good way to get it level, but you still may not be able to get as good a finish as if a professional did it. If you’re in any doubt, get in contact with some decking specialists and see what they would recommend.
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