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Wooden Decking in Dunfermline

Wooden decking is an increasingly popular choice for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant areas that can be used year round by using additional heating and lighting. Wooden decking is generally fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking can come in virtually any size or shape to complement any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce a stunning effect. Wooden decking is relatively simple to install and causes little disruption, especially in comparison to other possibilities like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is essential however to make certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take the load of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a array of species of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Normally decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will demand maintenance, which generally requires annual 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 Dunfermline

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 Dunfermline, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Dunfermline 2024

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

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Dunfermline

Dunfermline is a town within the Fife region of Scotland, retaining a populace of 48,240, which makes it the second largest settlement in the area. There are over 17,000 homes in the region, varying between modern and traditional houses. What this means is there are several household upgrades necessary within the area so ensure to use vetted contractors to get the best price and a top quality finish for the next project.

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28 Dec

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

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Dunfermline - KY12

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20 May

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

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04 Apr

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07 Mar

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

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20 Aug

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

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22 Feb

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23 Feb

Garden | Decking

Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

Enquiry from: Gordon D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Decking 7X3 Mtrs Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale: 1-3 months Please call to appoint

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12 Feb

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Dunfermline - KY12

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Start Date: Less than one month

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26 Jan

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

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06 Jan

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

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Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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08 May

Garden | Decking

Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

Enquiry from: Steven D

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Decking in the back garden covering an area of 20 feet by 10 feet - Estimated Service Date: 26/05/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 20Ft by 10Ft - Reason for Request: To get quotes and then choos...

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30 Mar

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Dunfermline - KY12

Enquiry from: Steven W

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Looking for a decked area for outdoor space. Large enough for holdin bbq and small parties n - Estimated Service Date: 16/04/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 48 - Reason for Request: To just hav...

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08 Feb

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

Enquiry from: David J

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Require a small decking built 3.6m x 2.2m with railings on 2.5 sides and also will require a small step maybe 3 to 4 steps high site in back garden on a small slope Are you the property owner: Owner ...

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02 Jul

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

Enquiry from: Paul T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

A 5m wide decking area across back of house 3m depth but extending a further 2.5m on one side to make a L shape ground is very slight slope at the L shape side trough planters to be used instead of b...

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29 Jun

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Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

Enquiry from: Paul T

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A 5m wide decking area across back of house 3m depth but extending a further 2.5m on one side to make a L shape ground is very slight slope at the L shape side trough planters to be used instead of b...

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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 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.
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.

Will I need safety barriers or balustrades for my decking?

If your deck isn’t going to be flat to the ground, it’s a good idea to have some kind of balustrade to avoid any tripping. If the gap between the deck and the ground is less than 600mm, use a 900mm balustrade. If it’s higher than 600mm, the balustrade should be 1100mm tall.

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