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Wooden Decking in Dunstable

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 elegant areas which you can use year round by installing additional heating and illumination. Wooden decking is frequently installed in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a seamless transition between inside and outside spaces. Wooden decking is available in any size or shape to accommodate any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is relatively quick to install and causes minimal disruption, especially when compared to alternatives like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is necessary however to make sure that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the load of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a collection of varieties of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Generally decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability specifications. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which commonly will involve 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 Dunstable

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 Dunstable 2025

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

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Dunstable is a market town in Bedfordshire within the East of England and possesses a populace of 35,000. The town is only 30 miles north of the capital city of London and consequently is commonly seen as a commuter town for the people working in the city. For the home developments you're looking for in the near future, be sure you look at quotations from reputable experts in your town and find the right value for money.

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Stoneartuk LTD

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Based: in London, HA5 3TA

Hi my name is Martin from stone art uk ltd we are a local run landscaping company within the Pinner area we specialise in all types of driveways and patios please do not hesitate to visit us at are website or give us a call .

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Bob A., GU15
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Garden | Decking in Camberley

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Advanced Tree and Landscaping Services

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Michael F., HA8
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Garden | Decking in Edgware

The job was well done, some of the finishing could have been better

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14 Feb

Garden | Decking

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Kelly S

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customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. property type: other, work description: i'd like quotes for a patio or decking area, a concrete base for a shed, erection o...

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19 Feb

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Dunstable - LU5

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would like to request a quote for a decking roughly 3.5mx4.5m. above the ground level. all the area has turf layered in november. we are looking for something traditional oak looking. can you please p...

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02 Sep

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Dunstable - LU6

Enquiry from: Rod P

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area of decking approx 10m2 at top of garden next to shed to provide an area for potting and sowing. sloping site, tree stump to be ground out are you the property owner: owner of the property propert...

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10 Dec

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Dunstable - LU5

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: At the moment there is nothing in the garden but a tree.. So am open to s...

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06 Jun

Garden | Decking

Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Jamil M

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Remove grass, put slabs and wood decking on half of tha garden.

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13 Apr

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Dunstable - LU5

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Property type: Detached, Decking call to appoint *

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10 Mar

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Dunstable - LU5

Enquiry from: Chloe O

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Decking at the back of our garden. The garden is approx. 3meters wide and we would like it to be approx. 2.5meters deep Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detach...

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10 Oct

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St. Albans - AL1

Enquiry from: Eleanor M

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i'd like to request a quote to replace a section of balcony decking which is rotting and flimsy. my flat is on the third floor. the section of balcony in question is laid on top of another surface, so...

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11 Sep

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St. Albans - AL1

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i'd like to request a quote to replace a section of balcony decking which is rotting and flimsy. my flat is on the third floor. the section of balcony in question is laid on top of another surface, so...

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10 Jul

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St. Albans - AL1

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repair decking in front of patio doors - all one level - some planks have started to rot, potentially whole deck needs re laying are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrac...

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11 Jan

Garden | Decking

Aylesbury - HP21

Enquiry from: Simon B

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12ft x 12ft wooden deck supplied and fitted 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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04 Sep

Garden | Decking

Aylesbury - HP21

Enquiry from: Mike H

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approximately 9m x 3.5m low maintenance decking with lights and power are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck p...

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03 Aug

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Abbots Langley - WD5

Enquiry from: Duncan R

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Installation of composite decking on a raised platform. I can get hold of the composite decking myself as well as the 4 x 2 or 6 x 2 to go underneath.

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07 Jul

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Abbots Langley - WD5

Enquiry from: Colin C

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are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace other forms: wooden decking agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint

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18 May

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Hemel Hempstead - HP2

Enquiry from: Kirsty M

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are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached other forms: wooden decking agreed to receive quotes for selected products: yes please call to appoint

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15 Apr

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Chesham - HP5

Enquiry from: Suman I

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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Other Forms: None Please call to appoint

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21 Feb

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St. Albans - AL4

Enquiry from: Daniel G

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Homeowner Please contact to appoint

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06 Feb

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Aylesbury - HP22

Enquiry from: Carol E

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: To remove decking and take it away

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20 Jul

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Hemel Hempstead - HP3

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13 Feb

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Hemel Hempstead - HP3

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FAQs

How much is decking?
How much decking costs depends on the type of material you go for, how big you want your decking to be and where you live in the country. But typically, the cost of decking is between £1,200 - £1,800. The most popular material for decking is pre-treated softwood, which will set you back around £1,000 for 15m2. Hardwood is more expensive but is more durable, and will cost approximately £2,000 for the same amount. Homeowners are also beginning to choose composite decking, which is made from recycled plastic and wood fibres, and is low-maintenance and eco-friendly. This will cost around £1,600 for 15m2, while uPVC which is also a low-maintenance option costs around £600. People tend to choose composite over uPVC because it looks more like natural timber. If you’re a competent DIYer, you might want to have a go at laying decking yourself which will set you back around £1,000 for a standard softwood timber deck. We think it’s worth paying the extra £600 for a professional to lay your decking, since they will be able to do it much more quickly. If you do want to try it yourself, we recommend leaving at least a whole weekend open to do it, but it’s likely to take you longer. Factor in the possibility of having to take time off work to complete it and it might be more cost-effective to leave it to the pros.
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.
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.
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