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Wooden Decking in Dalton-in-furness

Wooden decking is an increasingly popular option for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very beautiful areas which can be used year round with the addition of outside 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 interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking is available in any size or shape to suit any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can produce an attractive effect. Wooden decking is relatively simple to install and causes minimal disruption, especially in comparison to alternatives like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is critical however to be sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take 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. Generally decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will require maintenance, which generally involves yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming popular for use in wooden decking as they are more robust and require far less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Dalton-in-furness

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 Dalton-in-furness 2024

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

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Dalton-in-furness

Dalton-in-Furness is a small town of 8,125 people, north eastern of Barrow-in-Furness, in Cumbria, England. It is the second largest settlement in the Borough of Barrow-in-Furness after Barrow itself and also is most kept in mind for being the area of South Lakes Safari Zoo. Dalton is pointed out in the Domesday Book, written as "Daltune" as one of the municipalities developing the Manor of Hougun held by Tostig Godwinson, Earl of Northumbria. Historically, it was the funding of Furness. The ancient church of Dalton covered the location which is now occupied by the Borough of Barrow-in-Furness. The town is currently in the civil church of Dalton Town with Newton. Historically a part of Lancashire, the town is associated with a number of famous artists, consisting of George Romney.

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10 Mar

Garden | Decking

Dalton-in-Furness - LA15

Enquiry from: Iain L

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12ft x12ft decking in back garden Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached

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04 Jul

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Morecambe - LA3

Enquiry from: Carol M

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garden revamp, balcony building and paving are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other garden type: front garden do you have a design: no, but i have some thoughts work requ...

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16 Jul

Garden | Decking

Morecambe - LA3

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decking for top part of garden ...to help level uneven area are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please...

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15 May

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Barrow-in-Furness - LA14

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back garden decking in wood or composite material ie neotimber about 36 squ metres are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require:...

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28 Apr

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Morecambe - LA3

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customer in the morecambe area made an enquiry a couple of projects including wooden decking.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you the p...

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27 Apr

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Morecambe - LA3

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decking raised from floor or stairs to decking in back garden to meet patio door are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: su...

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01 Aug

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Morecambe - LA3

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decking ... composite ideally to back portion of garden - large area with varying levels are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: ...

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23 Jul

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Morecambe - LA3

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i want steel a steel structure with composite decking and glass balustrade. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and ...

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09 Jun

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Morecambe - LA3

Enquiry from: Tony B

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supply and install decking to the rear of the house on top of existing slabs and to include trelacing to walls and box in external sink pipes outside of the kitchen are you the property owner: tenant ...

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27 May

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Morecambe - LA3

Enquiry from: Neil T

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decking area, directly leading from kitchen sliding doors onto an existing paved patio. we would welcome design ideas as we don't want a boring 6x4m (approx) flat deck. would prefer composite, depend...

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29 Mar

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Morecambe - LA3

Enquiry from: Stuart S

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replace decking and fence at the rear of a mobile home on residential site are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply ...

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18 Feb

Garden | Decking

Morecambe - LA4

Enquiry from: Billy F

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old decking boards to be taken up and replaced with new 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 a...

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12 Jan

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Morecambe - LA4

Enquiry from: Billy F

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take up old rotten decking boards and replace 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 t...

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14 Oct

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Barrow-in-Furness - LA14

Enquiry from: Alan C

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composite planks for recessed seating 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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19 Apr

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Barrow-in-Furness - LA13

Enquiry from: Helen C

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Two Decking areas to our garden area.

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04 Oct

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Askam-in-Furness - LA16

Enquiry from: Geoff J

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I have a patio which slopes away from my house. I want to create a level area for a free standing pond and seating. I would like this doing quite urgently. I also have a wooden framed lean to greenhou...

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04 Aug

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Morecambe - LA4

Enquiry from: Darren J

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Winchester decking boards 65sq meters required best price so far is 1.89 per meter delivery free - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 65 - Reason for Request: To get quotes and then choose a decking comp...

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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.
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.
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 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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