Wooden Decking in Wales

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Wooden Decking in Wales

Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable 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 help of outside heating and light. Wooden decking is often fitted 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 match any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can create an impressive effect. Wooden decking is relatively simple to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly in comparison to alternatives like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is important however to be certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the weight 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. Typically decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will demand maintenance, which generally entails annual 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 Wales

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

Average price per Wooden decking job in 2026

Avg. price low	Avg. price low £663
Avg. price	Avg. price £1,300
Avg. price high	Avg. price high £1,863

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Prices based on actual Wooden decking costs for Wales, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Wales 2026

	Labour cost	£1,050
	Material cost	£375
	Waste removal	£75

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Wales is among the four countries that merge to create the UK. Having a population in excess of 3 million, it's the third biggest country in the United Kingdom, with the capital city of Cardiff home to 346,000. The population density is only 148 people for every kilometre squared. If you’re looking to have any home improvement work done in Wales, make sure you compare quotes from reputable companies to ensure you get the best price for excellent quality work.

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29 Sep

Garden | Decking

Carmarthen - SA32

Enquiry from: Hazel M

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composit balcony renew deckin on balcony

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07 Sep

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Carmarthen - SA32

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balcony boards are popin up

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19 Aug

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Bridgend - CF31

Enquiry from: Caroline M

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Replace existing decking area and handrails approx: 12ft x 14ft.

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15 Aug

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Caerphilly - CF83

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Decking removed and replaced with either decking board or slabs depending on cost

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09 Jul

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Ammanford - SA18

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replace wooden decking with composite decking 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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17 Jun

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Tredegar - NP22

Enquiry from: Lynn D

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refit old decking old decking is already removed and disposed of this job is labour only as all materials are supplied by us

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17 May

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Maesteg - CF34

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renovate renewal large raised decking no area and wooden steps are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please c...

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10 May

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Chepstow - NP16

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Remove existing rotting decking and rebuild

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23 Apr

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Chepstow - NP16

Enquiry from: George W

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replace existing decking boards, balustrades and steps 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 a...

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02 Apr

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Cwmbran - NP44

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L shape composite decking in grey

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26 Feb

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Newport - NP19

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my decking needs renewing in the garden 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 appoint

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26 Jun

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Maesteg - CF34

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Full decking replacement and back fencing.

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18 May

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Bridgend - CF31

Enquiry from: Sabrina J

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Hi, Just enquiring if I can get someone to have a look at my decking for a quote to see if some of the old decking slats can be replaced. I had someone replace some of them before so some are i...

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14 May

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Newport - NP11

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Small decked area with steps and rail and a fence panel

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09 May

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Pwllheli - LL53

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Advice on either rear patio

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09 May

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Bagillt, Flint - CH6

Enquiry from: Leah M

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we purchased this house just over 13 months ago and the garden slants down and also to the left on ana angle. would be looking for leveling and possible stepping down if needed and a tidy up so it’s...

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26 Mar

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Tonypandy - CF40

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Full decking over garden

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25 Jan

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Hengoed - CF82

Enquiry from: Nichola C

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customer in hengoed area has requested that we arrange quotes for their wooden decking project.mrs are considering various options and would like to discuss with a carpenter directly.please call to di...

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23 Jun

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Port Talbot - SA13

Enquiry from: Lisa D

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complete landscaping of the garden. just moved in and it needs lots of tlc. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached roughly the size of your garden: unsure garde...

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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.

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

Measure your deck frame and cut to size if necessary.
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.
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.
Fit the coach screws with either a drill driver or socket and ratchet.
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.

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.

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

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.
Add a 50mm layer of hardcore and make sure it’s compact.
Build the decking sub-frame as we describe in ‘How to build a deck frame’.
Lay out paving slabs along the edges and in the centre of the area. This will help to spread the weight of the decking.
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.
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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