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Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable choice for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant spaces that can be used year round with the addition of outside heating and illumination. Wooden decking is frequently 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 any size or shape to accommodate any area. Curved designs or large areas connected by pathways can produce an attractive effect. Wooden decking is relatively easy to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly in comparison to alternatives like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is essential however to make certain 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 collection of species 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 includes annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming more popular for use in wooden decking as they are stronger and require much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Ferndown

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 Ferndown 2025

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

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Ferndown

Ferndown is a town and civil parish in the East Dorset district of Dorset in southern England. It is located to the north of unitary authorities of Poole and Bournemouth. At the time of the 2011 Census, the town had a permanent population of 26559. Ferndown is the second largest inland town in Dorset in terms of population, coming next to Dorchester. In this population, 38.5 per cent are aged 60 or above. Positioned on the outskirts of the town, the Ferndown and Uddens Industrial Estates form the most considerable enterprise zone in East Dorset, including a mixture of regional and national businesses. Ferndown Industrial Estate, Uddens Trading Estate and East Dorset Trade Park are spread out over an area of 6.1 hectares, home to a wide variety of markets, such as business, retail and production. They form the base of many different household names and major companies, such as Farrow and Ball. Businesses on the Ferndown and Uddens Industrial Estates supported the Business Improvement District proposal in July 2014. It passed by 60.5 percent, with the intention to work for the benefit of all companies found on the estates. As well as industry, lots of sports and leisure activities can be found to be happening in numerous areas of the town. The King George's Field, named in memorial of King George V, is a substantially large location of open space. It contains a kids's playground with devices for children with special educational needs, 6 tennis courts, four football pitches, a cricket pitch, a bowling green, a boules area, a croquet practice lawn and a completely geared up skateboard park. For all your home upgrades, make certain to make use of credible experts in Ferndown to make certain of quality.

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Based: in Pulborough, RH20 3GT

I am a self motivated individual that enjoys making homes looking special, I pride myself on completing a professional finish I all areas, no job is to small, I like to work with clients to fulfill there aspirations

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13 Jun

Garden | Decking

Ferndown - BH22

Enquiry from: Michael W

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26 square metres, flat decking , no rails 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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04 Jan

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Ferndown - BH22

Enquiry from: David B

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quotation please for composite decking in order to install a gazebo. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck pl...

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25 Nov

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Ferndown - BH22

Enquiry from: Mike L

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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

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01 Apr

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Ferndown - BH22

Enquiry from: Agnieszka F

Start Date: Less than one month

want to put decking on area 4.2x4.2m in my garden, just floor without balustrade Homeowner Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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14 Jun

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH12

Enquiry from: Victoria K

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miss requested quotes for wooden decking from a carpenter around poole. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below is...

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24 Jan

Garden | Decking

Swanage - BH19

Enquiry from: Kevin D

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replace decking please and level it up please 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 Aug

Garden | Decking

Swanage - BH19

Enquiry from: Maria W

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l shaped decking area in garden. roughly 20 square metres. are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to a...

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18 Jul

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH16

Enquiry from: Ricky N

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single level decking in back garden 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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17 Feb

Garden | Decking

Bournemouth - BH4

Enquiry from: Rob J

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we are looking for hardwood or hardwood looking decking, 4x4.5m, posted base to level, plus skirt close to ground. we are in westbourne, bournemouth. what would this roughly cost please. kind regards ...

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04 Aug

Garden | Decking

Bournemouth - BH8

Enquiry from: Sadie M

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Build deck to agreed size with posts and rope to outer edges. Replace fence w...

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02 Aug

Garden | Decking

Bournemouth - BH2

Enquiry from: Allison M

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

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20 Apr

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH12

Enquiry from: Adam T

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Power wash large decking area, keep paths clear, keep long stretch of boundary hedges trimmed back, other general hedge trimming / tidying. Some other ad hoc maintenance jobs. Ideally a once a fortnig...

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12 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bournemouth - BH5

Enquiry from: Iris R

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Work description: Removal of old rotted decking and replacing with new, also removal of surrounding ...

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27 Mar

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH15

Enquiry from: Sarah H

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Weeding & planting for spring, lawn care, patio & decking needs pressure ...

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06 Apr

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Poole - BH14

Enquiry from: Padmasini D

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Decking needs refurbishment. Few slacks are broken that need fixing as well.

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05 May

Garden | Decking

Poole - BH15

Enquiry from: Roger G

Start Date: Immediate

Replace existing decking with non rot decking. A lift to take the decking to the job will be available.

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02 Apr

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Bournemouth - BH5

Enquiry from: Kathie P

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Other, Work description: Spring clean, weed and mulch beds, trim edges, removal of one large Palm , general...

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FAQs

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.

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 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 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.
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