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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 beautiful spaces which can be used year round by using outside heating and illumination. Wooden decking is often fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking is available in virtually any size or shape to accommodate any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can create a stunning effect. Wooden decking is reasonably quick to install and causes little disruption, particularly in comparison to alternatives like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is crucial however to be 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 types 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 demand maintenance, which typically consists of annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming more popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require far less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Cowdenbeath

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 Cowdenbeath 2025

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

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Cowdenbeath

Cowdenbeath is a town and burgh in west Fife, Scotland. It lies 5 miles north-east of Dunfermline and 18 miles north of the capital, Edinburgh. The town developed around the sizeable coalfields of the area and became a Police Burgh in 1890. Based upon population data from 2008, Cowdenbeath has a permanent population of around 14081. Within this number, 48.5 percent are male and 51.5 percent are female, which is consistent with the proportional split by gender in both the Fife and Scottish populations. Prior to 1850, Cowdenbeath was just a group of farms divided into four districts named after local farms. Regional citizens of these focal points of development, which were combining into a single town, got together to choose a name for the emerging town. The eventual choice was narrowed down to either White Threshes or Cowdenbeath. The arrival of the Oakley Iron Company around 1850 was to have a long-lasting impact upon Cowdenbeath, making the name tantamount with coal-mining for almost 100 years. Shafts were sunk in the vicinity of the old Foulford Washer. It was in the mining for ore that the discoveries of the coal seams were made, and pits were sunk at every corner of the town. Characterising the northern perimeter of Cowdenbeath is a rural landscape, which blends into the Lochore Meadows Country Park, 'The Meadies'. This formerly industrial and mining landscape, which was the home of many pit-heads including the Mary Pit, whose winding equipment structure looms over the park as a memorial to its considerable mining history, is at present a really beautiful area which offers leisure and recreational outdoor amenities. For all your home upgrades, take care to utilize highly regarded experts in Cowdenbeath to ensure quality.

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10 Apr

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Cowdenbeath, Kelty - KY4

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03 Apr

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Cowdenbeath, Kelty - KY4

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23 Apr

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Cowdenbeath, Kelty - KY4

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Help with laying some decking and general gardening work

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17 May

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Cowdenbeath, Kelty - KY4

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Its a raised deck area to adjoin an existing paved porch area - Estimated Service Date: 01/07/2015 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 30 - Reason for Request: To get quotes and then choose a decking co...

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27 Aug

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Edinburgh - EH1

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the house has a wooden decked roof garden which needs a deep clean, repairs as necessary and re-sealed. if you are interested in visiting the property and quoting for the work, please send me an email...

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22 Jul

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Edinburgh - EH12

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30 Jun

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Edinburgh - EH12

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hi all, i am looking for decking at my garden (30 l x 10 w feet) with hand railing and planters and some paving work around it it would be great if someone could contact me for a quick chat are you t...

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24 Jun

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Edinburgh - EH8

Enquiry from: James S

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i need to raise up a recessed section of my garden (was a greenhouse foundation) to the level of my lawn. it's about 6x4 meters and would need to be raised 1 meter. i would like the timber deck to su...

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31 May

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Edinburgh - EH12

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25 Apr

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Balerno, Currie, Edinburgh, Juniper Green - EH14

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already have decking 10ft x 8ft 5 years old has been stained so many times needs upgrading better quality wood are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of s...

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13 Mar

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Edinburgh - EH12

Enquiry from: David S

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hi i'm looking to get me decking washed, repaired (where required) and treated for protection. the decking was previously painted but most of that has weathered or been washed off and i'd like the re...

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06 Aug

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Edinburgh - EH11

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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other other forms: wooden decking agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint

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03 Aug

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Edinburgh - EH15

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have wooden decking looking to replace with composite decking what level of service do you require: supply and deck property type: terrace are you the property owner: owner of the property please call...

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21 Jun

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Edinburgh - EH15

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26 May

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Edinburgh - EH3

Enquiry from: Ka L

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Hi there I want my garden to be part decked and part grass - either turf or astro turf. A bit of digging to be done plus a couple of trees to either be removed (ie dug down and roots removed) or cut r...

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25 Feb

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Edinburgh - EH8

Enquiry from: Mikyla R

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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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20 Jun

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Edinburgh - EH13

Enquiry from: Lindsay C

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Remove rockery and replace with wooden decking

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25 Feb

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Balerno, Currie, Edinburgh, Juniper Green - EH14

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Decking slabbing wooden fence and gate

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15 Feb

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Balerno, Currie, Edinburgh, Juniper Green - EH14

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24 Jul

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Edinburgh - EH15

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FAQs

How to build a raised deck?
Building a raised deck will take some time and is trickier than laying standard decking at ground level, but if you want to build decking on a slope or uneven ground it’s the best way to do it. If you do your research and follow instructions, you and a friend or family member can build a raised deck over a few days. Here’s a simplified guide of the steps you’ll need to take. Plan carefully It’s best to plan your raised deck by drawing it to scale on paper before you go and get supplies. This will help avoid wastage and making more cuts to timber than necessary. Prepare the area Prepare the area according to the instructions we give in the FAQ ‘How to lay decking’. However, because you’re building a raised deck, you’ll need to add posts:
  1. Place a post in the corner of the frame you created with the pegs and string. Measure and mark out 100mm from each side.
  2. Dig out this soil to a depth of 700mm (watch out for cables or pipes). You should have a 300 x 300mm hole. Repeat for the other 3 corners.
  3. Using a brick bolster, split a concrete block in two. Put a section of the block in each hole.
  4. Get a length of post longer than you need and place one in each hole. You can cut it down later.
  5. Create props on each post to hold them in place until you’re ready to add a cement mix. Check that they’re level. When you’re happy that they are, secure them in place with a concrete mix, making sure you create a slope in the concrete so that rainwater runs away from each post. When the concrete is set, remove the props.
  6. Create a string line around each corner post and find the centre point between each. Place a timber batten at each point, ensuring that they’re not spaced any more than 1500mm apart.
Make the outer frame
  1. Working from the corner where the deck will be at its highest above ground level, measure and mark on the post where the highest part of the frame will be.
  2. Measure from the far side of one post to the opposite and cut sections of joist to size. Line up a piece of joist with the mark you made and temporarily secure it. Factor in a 2mm fall for every metre of decking so rainwater can run off.
  3. Secure the frame to the other corner post, ensuring it’s at the right level. Do this for every side of the outer frame.
  4. Using 100mm coach screws with washers hanging on the end, secure each end of the four sections of frame.
  5. Mark out where the centre of the support posts will be and secure all of these posts to the frame, except the centre post.
  6. Add your central support joists. These should run in the same direction as the deck boards will run. You’ll need to measure from the inside of the frame on one side to the inside of the frame on the opposite side. Attach the joist in the same way as you did for the other posts. Repeat so the centre post is in between two sections of frame and secure the posts with concrete.
  7. Trim down all the posts to the correct height using a saw.
  8. Add your weed-control fabric and weigh down with gravel across the entire area.
Add your joists
  1. Measure 400mm from the centre of the outer frame and mark a line. This will be where the first joist is positioned. Repeat at 400mm intervals down the length of the frame – if the last one will be more than 400mm, add another joist to create enough support.
  2. Attach a joist hanger to each end of the joist.
  3. Place the joist in position so the centre lines up with the 400mm spacer mark.
  4. Secure using external grade screws once you’re happy that the joist is flush with the frame.
Lay your decking boards Refer to our FAQ on how to lay decking to see how you should attach your decking boards. Remember: Always treat cut ends and pilot holes with decking preservative to keep your decking in good condition for as long as possible. Building a raised deck isn’t a straightforward task. If you’d rather leave it to the professionals, get a range of quotes to help you get the best price and a high quality finish.
How to lay decking on uneven ground?
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
  1. 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.
  2. Add a 50mm layer of hardcore and make sure it’s compact.
  3. Build the decking sub-frame as we describe in ‘How to build a deck frame’.
  4. Lay out paving slabs along the edges and in the centre of the area. This will help to spread the weight of the decking.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
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.

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