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Wooden Decking in Stirlingshire

Wooden decking is an increasingly popular option for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very fashionable spaces that can be used year round by using outside heating and illumination. Wooden decking is typically 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 any size or shape to match any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can create an impressive effect. Wooden decking is relatively easy to install and causes little disruption, especially when compared to alternatives like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is crucial however to be certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take the load of any furniture or plants that you want to use on the decking. There is a range 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 demand maintenance, which generally consists of 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 much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Stirlingshire

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 Stirlingshire 2025

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

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Stirlingshire

Stirlingshire is among the thirty two local council areas in Scotland, with under 90,000 people and found in the central region. It edges several other Scottish counties including Perthshire, West Lothian and Lanarkshire. Its county town and city of Stirling is among the most densely inhabited region with more than 33,000. Be certain to maintain your property or home with work performed by respected companies in Stirlingshire to get a good quality of work.

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JR Johnstone Roofing & Building

107 review(s)
Based: in Falkirk, FK2 9FD

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Jonathan F., FK8
26th May 2021
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Garden | Decking in Stirling

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20 Jul

Garden | Decking

Falkirk - FK1

Enquiry from: Kevin H

Start Date: Immediate

decking area supplied and fitted by aug*** are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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29 Jun

Garden | Decking

Denny - FK6

Enquiry from: Kevin K

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build decking 5mtr x 4mtr are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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21 Mar

Garden | Decking

Stirling - FK9

Enquiry from: Jochen C

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to replace existing timber decking with new structure; pretty much like for like are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: s...

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08 Jul

Garden | Decking

Stirling - FK8

Enquiry from: Lynne C

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we need repairs to our deck. it is in a bad state,many thanks,lynne are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other what level of service do you require: supply and deck please...

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26 Mar

Garden | Decking

Stirling - FK8

Enquiry from: Jonathan F

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we require a sloped area of our garden to be converted to a terrace with decking. a frame will be required to level everything a staircase to be installed to reach the lower part of the garden. are yo...

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02 Mar

Garden | Decking

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Maria G

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*homeowner decking please call to appoint

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21 Mar

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Denny - FK6

Enquiry from: Margaret K

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

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28 Aug

Garden | Decking

Denny - FK6

Enquiry from: Isobel C

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Work description: Would like a decking area and fencing put up with a secured gate Are you the proper...

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11 Nov

Garden | Decking

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Katnryn W

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: New fence, decking, remove what’s there, new slabs,new grass

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09 May

Garden | Decking

Falkirk - FK1

Enquiry from: Uirene B

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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Is the building: Domestic Other Forms: 92 Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

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15 Nov

Garden | Decking

Falkirk - FK2

Enquiry from: Catrin R

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Other Forms: 18, 92 Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

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18 Apr

Garden | Decking

Denny - FK6

Enquiry from: Stuart M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Extension of decking by approx 1.5 metres x 4.5 metres Additional slabbing to existing area to cover area of approx 4 square metres. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: D...

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01 Apr

Garden | Decking

Stirling - FK7

Enquiry from: Gordon W

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: New fencing install new hut and decking

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25 Apr

Garden | Decking

Falkirk - FK2

Enquiry from: Peter C

Start Date: Immediate

Approx 7.5m x 2.5m deck raised to level of door sill (approx 7inch) - Estimated Service Date: 01/07/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 19 - Reason for Request: To get quotes and then choose a dec...

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04 Mar

Garden | Decking

Falkirk - FK2

Enquiry from: Kelly M

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Work description: New fence and some decking.. and maybe a new lawn. Lift some slabs.

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31 Aug

Garden | Decking

Denny - FK6

Enquiry from: R K

Start Date: Immediate

17ft x 10ft decking Estimated Service Date: 11/10/2015 Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 170 Reason for Request: To just have an idea of the price Please contact to appoint

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22 Aug

Garden | Decking

Falkirk - FK2

Enquiry from: Kevin B

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Decking for my back garden for me and my wife and kids Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 30 Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Terrace Time scale: 1-3 months What l...

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12 Apr

Garden | Decking

Grangemouth - FK3

Enquiry from: Michael F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Homeowner Wooden decking Currently have a 10 sq ft vegetable patch looking to replace with a decking area with side fences - Estimated Service Date: 23/05/2015 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 10...

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12 Feb

Garden | Decking

Stirling - FK7

Enquiry from: Alex S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Just after a simple rectangle decking. One step down to the ground level Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace What level of service do you require: Supply and ...

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26 Jan

Garden | Decking

Falkirk - FK1

Enquiry from: Craig E

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached 460 sqr foot Supplied and fitted Time scale: 1-3 months please contact to appoint *

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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.
How to make steps for a deck?
Unless you built a ground-level deck, you’re going to need steps to go with it. Check Building Regulations to see if you need to install handrails as well. It’s good practice to:
  • Have a step tread width of 900mm – if you don’t want them that wide, they should be no less than 760mm
  • Add a central step riser to stairs wider than 900mm to prevent them buckling
  • Add a step depth (the vertical distance between each step) of between 150 and 180mm if building your own riser, so the steps are at a comfortable depth
Getting started To build your steps for the deck, you’ll need:
  • Step treads (the actual step themselves)
  • Step risers
  • Coach screws
  • Deck screws
  • Saw
  • Drill
Make the steps for your deck
  1. Make sure the ground where you want to put your steps is level and firm. If it’s not, consider laying concrete or paving slabs to provide a secure surface for your steps to sit so they don’t sink.
  2. Grab some joist off-cuts and cut them to the same width as your step treads. Attach them to the step risers at the top and bottom using countersunk coach screws.
  3. Place the steps against the sub-frame of the deck; if you’ve put slabs down for support, make sure the steps sit in the middle of them. The longest edge of the stair riser should be on the slabs, and the short edge against the deck. Drill pilot holes through the step and sub-frame joist, then screw the step to the sub-frame with more coach screws.
  4. After drilling pilot holes, screw the treads into the risers at each end with deck screws.
  5. If you don’t want gaps between each stair, you can add joist off-cuts or deck boards. Measure the height and depth of the gap, then screw the off-cut or board into the step riser with two screws at each end.
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.
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.

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