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Wooden Decking in Bromley

Wooden decking is an increasingly popular choice for creating 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 additional heating and lighting. Wooden decking is frequently installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking is available in virtually any size or shape to match any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce a striking effect. Wooden decking is relatively quick to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly when compared to other possibilities like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is essential however to make sure 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 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 specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which generally consists of yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become popular for use in wooden decking as they are more robust and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Bromley

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 Bromley 2024

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

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Bromley

The London Borough of Bromley is amongst the 32 London Boroughs which make up Greater London. The London Borough of Bromley is south of the River Thames which flows via London, the capital city of the UK. The borough was formed, as were all other London boroughs, on 1 April 1965 by the London Government Act 1963. It comprised the former region of the Municipal Borough of Bromley, the Municipal Borough of Beckenham, Penge Urban District, Orpington Urban District and the Chislehurst part of Chislehurst and Sidcup Urban District, which was transferred from Kent to Greater London. Bromley is the principal town in the London Borough of Bromley. It covers a total area of around 57.97 square miles. In line with the 2011 Census, the borough includes a permanent population of about 309392 people. Within this population, most were owner-occupiers. Around 32.5% own their residence outright along with a additional 42.73 per cent own their property with a mortgage. A lot of the population lives in the north and west of the borough, with an outlier at Biggin Hill in the far south. The borough shares borders with the London Boroughs of Lewisham and Greenwich towards the North, Bexley to the North East, Southwark and Lambeth to the North West, along with Croydon to the West. Bromley is 1 of only six London Boroughs to not have at least 1 London Underground station within its boundaries. However, the borough has several railway stations served by London Overground, Thameslink, Southeastern and Southern. The borough also has a number of stops around the London Tramlink network. For all your property upgrades, make sure that you utilise trustworthy pros in Bromley to make sure that you get the best quality.

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JM Fencing and Landscaping

89 review(s)
Based: in Farnham, GU10 1FD

Mitchell Landscaping have been established for 10 years, offering quality advice and services in landscaping, Gardening and Fencing. We pride ourselves in offering a prompt, efficient service and are always conscious of our customers needs. I alw...

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Brigitte R., GU15
5

Garden | Decking in Camberley

Nice guy who I will contact again once if we decide to go ahead with the project.

Surbiton Landscaping

56 review(s)
Based: in Kingston upon thames, KT6 4JX

Surbiton landscaping and building services in business since 1999 very professional run, family Business that takes pride in their work

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Paul M., GU2
5

Garden | Decking in Guildford

Friendly, knowledgeable and got the job done on time. Thanks

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
3

Garden | Decking in Camberley

no-price

Advanced Tree and Landscaping Services

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

Tree surgery services also avaliable Find us on Thomson local and Google

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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

Similar Customer Enquiries for Wooden decking in Bromley

07 Oct

Garden | Decking

Bromley, Keston - BR2

Enquiry from: Jonathan B

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Possible Composite decking in back garden

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05 Sep

Garden | Decking

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Danny W

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installation of walkway and balconies 418m2 what level of service do you require: deck only property type: other are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) please call to appoint

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01 Jun

Garden | Decking

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Justin L

Start Date: Immediate

composite decking for an area approx. 7.5m x 3.5m at the side of the house. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and d...

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28 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Raj G

Start Date: Immediate

remove old decking and mini shed and extend / dig out the area/ remove all rubble topsoil and rubbish not needed / level up area / lay weed membrane / build a block base if needed / make wooden frame ...

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13 Mar

Garden | Decking

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Melanie B

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Garden planner. Updating current garden

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22 Oct

Garden | Decking

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: ROBERT A

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

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30 Jun

Garden | Decking

Bromley, Keston - BR2

Enquiry from: DAn G

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Run down garden in new home. Lawn space needs levelling out as very un even t...

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08 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bromley, Keston - BR2

Enquiry from: Frans V

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Remove old decking and put new decking in place. Area of around 5m by 11m

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20 Jul

Garden | Decking

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Colin B

Start Date: Immediate

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

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30 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bromley, Keston - BR2

Enquiry from: Paul G

Start Date: Less than one month

have a design for a landscape garden, the garden is a town house with a garden the size of 4 1/2 m x 7m Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Roughly the size of you...

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17 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Cheryl C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Deck the garden Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type:...

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17 Mar

Garden | Decking

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Luke H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

5m x 3m softwood decking over mud with 2 x handrail and one long step on the 5m side. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace What level of service do you require: Sup...

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04 Sep

Garden | Decking

Bromley, Keston - BR2

Enquiry from: John G

Start Date: Immediate

Decking at the back garden outside the patio doors We are also looking for work done in the garden (removing existing shed, extending the lawn/

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05 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bromley - BR1

Enquiry from: Corinne B

Start Date: Immediate

Quote for top grade decking to cover an area measuring 6.8 metres by 1.24 metres. Owner of the property Property Type: Other Supply and deck Time scale: Less than one month

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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.
How much maintenance will a wooden deck need?

Properly installed wooden decking will not need a lot of maintenance. Most manufacturers recommend regularly brushing leaves and dirt off the deck, and a yearly cleaning and staining procedure. This will keep the wood in the best condition. Fluids and treatments are readily available from all DIY shops and stores.

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.

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.
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