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Wooden Decking in Canterbury

Wooden decking is an increasingly prevalent choice for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant areas which can be used year round with the addition of external heating and lighting. Wooden decking is generally installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth 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 joined by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is reasonably easy to install and causes little disruption, particularly in comparison to other possibilities like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is necessary 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 range of species of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Usually decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will require maintenance, which commonly includes 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 Canterbury

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

Wooden decking installation cost in Canterbury 2025

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

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Canterbury

The historic city of Canterbury with its famous cathedral and stoned pavements sees a large amount of tourists year after year. This Kentish city offers a mixture of pre together with post-war buildings and its suburbs feature the best of what the garden of England possesses. Help make the most from your house by having upgrades performed by vetted professionals on our books.

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10 Sep

Garden | Decking

Canterbury - CT2

Enquiry from: Raymond V

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replace decking at the front of the bungalow 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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03 May

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Canterbury - CT3

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we are looking for a company to make our back garden more lively,thank you are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached roughly the size of your garden: unsure garden...

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05 Nov

Garden | Decking

Canterbury - CT4

Enquiry from: Sharon E

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skirt around bottom of mobile home 38ft x 12ft , decking including handrail along one side plus steps up to main door are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what lev...

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14 Aug

Garden | Decking

Canterbury - CT2

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decking repairs most of the decking arear is in a state are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call t...

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01 Jul

Garden | Decking

Canterbury - CT4

Enquiry from: Deborah C

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customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: detached work description: needs to be looked at by a landscape gardener so i can get advice on best what to...

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11 Aug

Garden | Decking

Canterbury - CT1

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Work description: Looking for a job very hard working live in Canterbury

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06 Apr

Garden | Decking

Canterbury - CT3

Enquiry from: And B

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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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27 Jan

Garden | Decking

Canterbury - CT4

Enquiry from: Laure M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

2 new garden gates to be built and installed. Crazy paving to be improved/decked over. Driveway to be extended/improved (concrete removed, area enlarged, replaced by shingle.) Are you the property own...

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19 May

Garden | Decking

Ashford - TN24

Enquiry from: Kirsh B

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A sun canopy lean-to with clear roof to cover our patio area and a raised decking floor under it to make it flat to walk out of the 2 French windows. Approx 5m x 4m. You did our neighbours garden at N...

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09 Jul

Garden | Decking

Faversham - ME13

Enquiry from: Pat W

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to replace old decking boards with new ones 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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16 Jun

Garden | Decking

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Daniela R

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customer made an online enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on email they would like a call with a carpenter to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the property...

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11 May

Garden | Decking

Ashford - TN25

Enquiry from: Nagendra R

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decking for relaxing area in the back garden 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 Feb

Garden | Decking

Ashford - TN23

Enquiry from: Ben P

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homeowner garden decking supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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27 Jan

Garden | Decking

Ashford - TN23

Enquiry from: Chris D

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approx 5m x 4m patio to be removed and composite decking installed in the same area with pergola are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you ...

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01 Jul

Garden | Decking

Ashford - TN23

Enquiry from: Roberto G

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repair to existing deck where boards have become rotten are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: deck only please call to appoin...

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24 Oct

Garden | Decking

Hythe - CT21

Enquiry from: Martin O

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replace decking in small garden. approximately 36m2 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 appoin...

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24 Aug

Garden | Decking

Whitstable - CT5

Enquiry from: Andrew D

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replacement of existing decking approx 3m x 6m

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10 Aug

Garden | Decking

Faversham - ME13

Enquiry from: Kevin B

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new house. l-shaped decking to be fitted in garden over what is current new lawn. approx 7m by 7m l-shape max. approx. 38 m2 with slight slope and including a 3m by 3m lowered decking area in the corn...

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20 Apr

Garden | Decking

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Sandra S

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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Other Forms: Wooden Decking Agreed to receive quotes for selected products: Yes Please call to appoint

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06 Feb

Garden | Decking

Folkestone - CT19

Enquiry from: Debbie H

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Part of the garden deck / some raised beds put in need someone with a bi...

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FAQs

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.
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.

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 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.
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