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Wooden Decking in Stafford

Wooden decking is an increasingly common choice for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant areas which you can use year round by installing external heating and lighting. Wooden decking is typically installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking can come in virtually any size or shape to fit any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce an attractive effect. Wooden decking is fairly quick to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly when compared to other possibilities like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is important however to make certain 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 constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will require maintenance, which typically includes 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.

Average Wooden decking cost in Stafford

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 Stafford 2025

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

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Stafford

Stafford is the county town of Staffordshire and located in the West Midlands area adjacent to the M6 motorway. The town, which includes a populace of 55,700, is the 4th premier settlement within the county, behind Stoke, Tamworth and Newcastle under Lyme. For the property enhancements you're looking at inside the Stafford region, be sure you only employ a vetted and trustworthy industry professional in order to guarantee an incredible price for the work you want concluded.

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07 May

Garden | Decking

Stafford - ST16

Enquiry from: Anne M

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i would like a quote to remove a wooden decking area and replace with composite. there is one fairly large area and another smaller one are you the property owner: owner of the property property type:...

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20 Feb

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Stafford - ST16

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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached other forms: garden maintenance, wooden decking, upvc double glazing, gas boiler replacement, soffits & fascias agreed to rec...

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22 Jul

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Stafford - ST19

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Fence panels x3 replaced,decking and all fences painted around small garde...

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01 Apr

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Stafford - ST16

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

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29 Mar

Garden | Decking

Stafford - ST16

Enquiry from: Ron S

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Removal of old decking and replacing , removal of gravel and replacing with turf...

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25 May

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Stafford - ST16

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Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Semi detached Other Forms: 92 Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

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09 May

Garden | Decking

Stafford - ST18

Enquiry from: Andy W

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Extend current deck and fit glass balastrade, plus other carpentry work

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22 Mar

Garden | Decking

Walsall - WS8

Enquiry from: Stuart F

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homeowner garden decking supplied and fitted please contact to appoint

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27 Jun

Garden | Decking

Cannock - WS11

Enquiry from: Helen D

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hi please can we have a quote for decking options including removal of our current wooden decking. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached roughly the size of y...

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21 May

Garden | Decking

Wolverhampton - WV11

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i just want a small area in my back garden with some decking so i can put a gazebo up on it are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you ...

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02 May

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Wolverhampton - WV11

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require price to supply and fit decking for an area 6 meters x 4 .5 meters. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply ...

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23 Apr

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Burntwood - WS7

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small decking area in rear garden , 12 square metres are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appo...

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20 Apr

Garden | Decking

Wolverhampton - WV6

Enquiry from: Lee E

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require a raised decked area fitted size 3.7 x 2m. ideally with composite deck boards for easy of maintenance. base is currently block paved so no issues with foundations. will require a glass balustr...

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09 Apr

Garden | Decking

Walsall - WS3

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decking and landscaping is required are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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03 Apr

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Cannock - WS12

Enquiry from: Mick R

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small garden refit just had extension put up are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached roughly the size of your garden: unsure garden type: back garden do you have...

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30 Mar

Garden | Decking

Cannock - WS12

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small garden refit just had extension put up are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached roughly the size of your garden: unsure garden type: back garden do you have...

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20 Mar

Garden | Decking

Walsall - WS3

Enquiry from: Shamiso C

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decking and landscaping is required are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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19 Feb

Garden | Decking

Cannock - WS11

Enquiry from: Stephen T

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renew existing decking checking supports underneath. fix new balustrade to safe standard. new decking to be non slip - wooden with carborundum strips built in or composite- whichever is recommended.re...

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18 Feb

Garden | Decking

Wolverhampton - WV7

Enquiry from: Brad P

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Decking over patio and slabbing of garden.

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02 Aug

Garden | Decking

Wolverhampton - WV8

Enquiry from: Raj S

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we currently have a softwood decking approximately 40sqm, we want to replace it with composite decking are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service ...

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FAQs

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.

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.
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.
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