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Wooden Decking in Cardiff

Wooden decking is an increasingly prevalent option for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very fashionable areas which you can use year round by adding outside heating and illumination. Wooden decking is usually installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking is available in virtually any size or shape to accommodate any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can create a stunning effect. Wooden decking is relatively quick 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 crucial 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 selection 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 specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which commonly requires yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods have become more popular for use in wooden decking as they are more robust and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Cardiff

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 Cardiff, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Cardiff 2024

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

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Cardiff

Cardiff is the capital of Wales as well as the country's largest city too, with a populace of near to 350,000. Cardiff is located in the historical county of Glamorgan and it is a very popular visitor attraction with 18 million visitors recorded in 2010. Being the capital city of Wales, home prices are likely to be much higher compared to the rest of the country and householders are eager to carry on improving their houses in order to retain this value.

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13 Jun

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF23

Enquiry from: Rish G

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wooden decking 8m by 6 m ground level with retention wall with sleepers 6m by 2 ft raised are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require...

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23 Jan

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF14

Enquiry from: Jackie P

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: I am looking for old decking to be replaced, an area of the garden to have...

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20 Nov

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF11

Enquiry from: Heidi F

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

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17 May

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF24

Enquiry from: Steve F

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design decking over two levels using deck brokers galvanised steel deck frame tel 016256xxxx, calculate all components project management. are you the property owner: owner of the property property t...

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19 Mar

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF5

Enquiry from: Renee S

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decking at rear garden with artificial lawn to also be laid are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply and deck please ca...

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16 Mar

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF3

Enquiry from: Valerie F

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basic decking just outside patio door 3mx3m are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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13 Jun

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF23

Enquiry from: Gordon W

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customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: other, work description: terracing adjacent to existing deck. decking/fencing treatment. artificial grass on...

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13 Jun

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF5

Enquiry from: Steve G

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customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: semi detached, work description: i need approx 15 square meters of decking layed i have decking and wood for...

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04 Oct

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF14

Enquiry from: Edward B

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Looking at having garden cleared and decking put down in a small terraced garden...

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07 May

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF3

Enquiry from: Victoria M

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: A good tidy so we can see what needs work on as I lost my husband and have...

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04 Jan

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF11

Enquiry from: Eifion J

Start Date: Less than one month

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

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03 Aug

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF5

Enquiry from: Marilyn K

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: remove existing patio & path & replace, Clean & refurbish decking. other work co...

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19 Aug

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF11

Enquiry from: Andrew F

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Approximately 5 metres x 5 metres

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19 Jun

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF23

Enquiry from: Matthew T

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Like-for-like replacement of existing installation due to wet rot. 23m2 total comprising 4.8m lengths and 4.15m wide, plus a 1.5m2 lip. Currently has 9 joists providing support plus edging. The dec...

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19 Sep

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF23

Enquiry from: R W

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Small garden clearing of weeds and build decking

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10 Apr

Garden | Decking

Cardiff - CF5

Enquiry from: E

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REMOVE APPROX 18FT X 9FT GRASS AREA AND REPLACE WITH DECKING Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Ti...

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FAQs

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.
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 to lay decking?
Laying simple, ground-level decking may sound intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. With careful planning and preparation, you can lay decking that you’ll be proud to show off to neighbours, family and friends. Here are a few tips to get you started. Plan carefully Draw out a plan, to scale, on paper. This will help you to know how many boards you’ll need and ensure that you don’t end up having to cut anything to fit. Prepare the area Measure out the site according to your plan and hammer a peg into each corner, then tie string around each peg to help you see what you’re working with. If you’re not laying on existing slabs, dig into the ground, lifting out turf if it’s there, and check that the site is level. Then add concrete slabs for more stability or lay weed-control fabric over the ground and cover with gravel to further prevent weed growth. Build your sub-frame Since a lot of people ask this, we’ve got a more detailed guide in the FAQ below. Lay your deck boards
  1. Start in one corner of the sub-frame and position the first board across the inner joists. You want the deck board in the opposite direction to the inner joists, ensuring that it’s flush with the frame. Position any end-to-end joins between the deck boards halfway across an inner joist so you can screw both boards into the joist for stability. Make sure you keep a gap of between 5-8mm to allow for expansion of the wood.
  2. Begin to screw your deck boards to the joists. You’ll need to secure the deck board to every joist is covers along your deck frame. Use two screws for every joist. Mark where you’re going to add your screws, ensuring that they are at least 15mm from the end of the board and 20mm from the outside edges. Drill pilot holes for the screws, being careful to only drill through the deck board and not the joist. Then screw the decking screws into the holes.
  3. Continue to screw in the deck boards, ensuring you leave the correct expansion gap. You can stagger the deck board joins across the deck for more strength.
  4. Sand down any cut ends if you need to before applying decking preserver to protect the timber from rotting.
Although this is a simplified set of instructions, it’s enough for you to see whether you want to attempt to lay decking yourself – and if you don’t, you can get in touch with professionals who will be happy to give you a quote.

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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