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Wooden Decking in Helensburgh

Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable option for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Because of the natural beauty of wood, they can be very elegant spaces which can be used year round by using outside heating and lighting. Wooden decking is frequently 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 any size or shape to accommodate any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can produce an impressive effect. Wooden decking is reasonably simple to install and causes minimal disruption, particularly in comparison to other possibilities like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of an existing patio. It is vital however to make certain 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 range of species of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Typically decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which typically requires annual cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming popular for use in wooden decking as they are stronger and require much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Helensburgh

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 Helensburgh 2025

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

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Helensburgh

The town of Helensburgh is in Argyll and Bute in Scotland. It rests on the north coast of the Firth of Clyde and the eastern coast of the entrance to the Gareloch. Although traditionally in the Dumbarton District, it was re-allocated under the local government reorganisation that occurred in 1996. Until 1975, it was an area in former Dunbartonshire. Citing the 2001 Census, the town has a permanent population of around 14626. Helensburgh was developed in 1776 predominantly due to the building of health spa baths on the site of Ardencaple Castle, which dated back to about 1600, by Sir James Colquhoun of Luss. Right after its progression, a seaside resort town was established on the east of the spa in the style of Edinburgh New Town, which was named after his spouse Helen. A ferryboat service ran around the Firth of Clyde to Greenock, which efficiently and successfully brought in residents who could commute from jobs there. With time, the town became a preferred home for shipping moguls and tobacco merchants from Glasgow. The success of the town is shown by the fact that at one point in the 18th century, the town was the home of one quarter of Britain's millionaires. In the present day, the town is primarily a commuter town for Glasgow. It also works as a main shopping centre for close-by places, and tourists continue to be attracted to the seaside resort. The seafront includes an indoor swimming pool, an esplanade walk, and a variety of shops, cafés and bars. For all your house upgrades, make sure to make use of reliable specialists in Helensburgh to make certain of quality.

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JR Johnstone Roofing & Building

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07 Jul

Garden | Decking

Helensburgh - G84

Enquiry from: Martin J

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We are looking to get a large area of our rear garden decked with composite decking which will be strong enough to hold a hot tub & also have the wooden decking replaced with composite on our balcony,...

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07 May

Garden | Decking

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Steffie M

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full decking on the right side of my garden are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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25 Jun

Garden | Decking

Gourock - PA19

Enquiry from: Jill H

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an extension onto current decking, already have the materials are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: deck only please cal...

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29 Mar

Garden | Decking

Gourock - PA19

Enquiry from: Kenny W

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customer in the gourock 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 pro...

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12 Aug

Garden | Decking

Gourock - PA19

Enquiry from: Vivien R

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decking round area levelled for paddling pool, to allow safe access are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: supply and deck pleas...

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23 Oct

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Port Glasgow - PA14

Enquiry from: Alastair L

Start Date: Immediate

decking built

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18 Jul

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Port Glasgow - PA14

Enquiry from: Joe S

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Small decking and to lay the immatation grass Are you the property owner: Owne...

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15 May

Garden | Decking

Bridge of Weir - PA11

Enquiry from: CATHERINE S

Start Date: Less than one month

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

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27 Sep

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Skelmorlie - PA17

Enquiry from: John M

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I want a raised decking 5m long x 3m wide with banister around on 3 sides, I will need a gate in that banister and 3-4 steps art the entrance. The decking will require flagstones to sit the uprights o...

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27 Jun

Garden | Decking

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Samuel M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Price for decking,on a sloped garden,to be level .thank you Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Terrace What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale...

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07 May

Garden | Decking

Dumbarton - G82

Enquiry from: Paul B

Start Date: Less than one month

Quote on decking Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale: Less than one month Please call to appoint ...

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09 Jan

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Port Glasgow - PA14

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40 m2 raised decking

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12 Sep

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Alexandria, Arrochar - G83

Enquiry from: Lesley H

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Need a quote for decking to be supplied and fitted in my back garden

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11 May

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Port Glasgow - PA14

Enquiry from: Linda D

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Looking to get our5 back garden decked Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace What level of service do you require: Supply and deck Time scale: Less than one month

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15 Apr

Garden | Decking

Port Glasgow - PA14

Enquiry from: Claire L

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Rectangular decking so approx 20ft by 9ft to add onto exsiting decking. - Estimated Service Date: 25/04/2016 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 25 - Reason for Request: To get quotes and then choose a ...

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02 Oct

Garden | Decking

Port Glasgow - PA14

Enquiry from: Vicki M

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Area of decking to be laid in back garden

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15 Jul

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Port Glasgow - PA14

Enquiry from: Katrina L

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looking for quotes for decking in my garden. to cover an area square with an additional small area in front of my shed. - Estimated Service Date: 31/08/2015 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 12 - Rea...

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24 Apr

Garden | Decking

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Gary P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

decking in from of patio doors. the decking has to be raised to meet bottom of patio doors - Estimated Service Date: 24/04/2015 - Estimated Decking Area (sq ft): 4 x4 - Reason for Request: To just hav...

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14 Apr

Garden | Decking

Greenock - PA16

Enquiry from: Andrew S

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Decking to be completed in back garden in shape of a T, the total area is 71m2

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06 Apr

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Port Glasgow - PA14

Enquiry from: M

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Home Owner Wooden decking from living room French door at the back of the house. Approximately 12ft by 6ft. Call To Appoint

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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 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 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 much maintenance will a wooden deck need?

Properly installed wooden decking will not need a lot of maintenance. Most manufacturers recommend regularly brushing leaves and dirt off the deck, and a yearly cleaning and staining procedure. This will keep the wood in the best condition. Fluids and treatments are readily available from all DIY shops and stores.

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