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Wooden Decking in Brentwood

Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable choice for creating 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 adding outside heating and illumination. Wooden decking is commonly installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking can come in any size or shape to match any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can produce a striking effect. Wooden decking is fairly easy to install and causes minimal disruption, especially when compared to alternatives like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is vital however to make sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the weight 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. Usually decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which generally entails annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become more popular for use in wooden decking as they are stronger and require much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Brentwood

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 Brentwood 2024

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

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Brentwood

Brentwood can be found in the county of Essex in the East of England and is found only 20 miles from the capital city of London. Brentwood is an affluent suburban town, which although remaining small is still broadening and has a populace of 73,000. It was considered as Britain's nineteenth richest town in 2008 and main redevelopment work is planned to cost between £3 million and £7 million. For home developments you're taking into consideration within the town of Brentwood, make sure you take advantage of trustworthy specialists to get the most from your money.

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Stoneartuk LTD

14 review(s)
Based: in London, HA5 3TA

Hi my name is Martin from stone art uk ltd we are a local run landscaping company within the Pinner area we specialise in all types of driveways and patios please do not hesitate to visit us at are website or give us a call .

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Bob A., GU15
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Garden | Decking in Camberley

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Advanced Tree and Landscaping Services

15 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD24 7LS

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Michael F., HA8
4

Garden | Decking in Edgware

The job was well done, some of the finishing could have been better

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19 Apr

Garden | Decking

Brentwood - CM14

Enquiry from: Susan A

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: I need a new lawn and decking on a concrete area Are you the property ow...

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19 Apr

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Brentwood - CM14

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: I need a new lawn and decking on a concrete area

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03 May

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Brentwood - CM14

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I am looking for a quote for decking and a patio(and designing) to be installed at the rear of my property which is a detached bungalow with 2 sets of French doors which are raised higher than the ga...

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07 Jun

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Ilford - IG1

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landscaping of the back garden are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: terrace roughly the size of your garden: 11-20 m2 garden type: back garden do you have a design: no, but i h...

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21 May

Garden | Decking

Woodford Green - IG8

Enquiry from: Hakay S

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mrs requested quotes for wooden decking from a carpenter around woodford green. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information ...

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07 May

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Loughton - IG10

Enquiry from: Barrie W

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replace existing decking stairs 3 steps repair or replacement to some decking boards are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require...

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04 May

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Woodford Green - IG8

Enquiry from: Matthew W

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good afternoon. we would require: front drive to be tided, weeds removed and jet washed. rear garden: weeds to be removed from 2 patio areas and both patios to be jet washed. grass area to be cut and ...

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09 Mar

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Loughton - IG10

Enquiry from: Kelly B

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decking replaced large area 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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01 Mar

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Loughton - IG10

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21 Feb

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Loughton - IG10

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14 Feb

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Loughton - IG10

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04 Feb

Garden | Decking

London - E11

Enquiry from: Pascale E

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customer made an online enquiry for garden maintenance and confirmed on sms and email they would like a call with a landscaper to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you...

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19 Dec

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Buckhurst Hill - IG9

Enquiry from: Rajani R

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decking replacement as it's rotting. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: deck only please call to appoint

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16 Jun

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Woodford Green - IG8

Enquiry from: SYLVIA M

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customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: detached, work description: repair, clean and treat wood decking approx 4m x 5m. replace steps.

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31 May

Garden | Decking

London - E6

Enquiry from: Maddy H

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property owner deck the top end and bottom end of the garden the furthest end being 5.04 x 4.9m and the bottom end 2.67 x 5m we would love it to have a border around the edge if possible please call t...

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03 Mar

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London - E11

Enquiry from: Carol P

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26 May

Garden | Decking

Loughton - IG10

Enquiry from: Ashis R

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20 Apr

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Loughton - IG10

Enquiry from: Kay P

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24 Sep

Garden | Decking

London - E4

Enquiry from: Annesha S

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Landscape and decking Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) ...

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05 Aug

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London - E4

Enquiry from: Nana R

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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Other Forms: Building Maintenance Please call to appoint

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FAQs

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.
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 build a deck frame?
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
  1. Measure your deck frame and cut to size if necessary.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Fit the coach screws with either a drill driver or socket and ratchet.
  5. 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.
How to build decking on a slope?
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.
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