Wooden Decking in Kent

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Wooden Decking in Kent

Wooden decking is an increasingly prevalent choice for creating outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very beautiful areas which you can use year round with the help of additional heating and illumination. Wooden decking is frequently fitted in locations in front of patio or French doors where they can create a smooth transition between interior and exterior spaces. Wooden decking is available in any size or shape to fit any area. Curved designs or large areas joined by pathways can create an impressive effect. Wooden decking is fairly simple to install and causes minimal disruption, especially in comparison to alternatives like patio or paving. It could even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is vital however to make certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and able to take the load of any furniture or plants that you want to use on the decking. There is a choice 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 will involve yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require significantly less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Kent

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

Average price per Wooden decking job in 2025

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£663

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£3,363

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Prices based on actual Wooden decking costs for Kent, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Wooden decking installation cost in Kent 2025

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

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Wooden decking Projects in Kent in March 2025

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Kent

Kent is sometimes known as the Garden of England and boasts a population of 1.6 million. This makes it the seventh biggest district in Britain for population size and despite this, only has a density of 1,170 people per square mile. Kent is found in the southeast of England, with Canterbury its only city. Additional significant towns in the county include Maidstone, Dover and Folkestone, with the unitary district of Medway included as well within the county. For all of your home improvements, make sure you compare quotations from trustworthy companies in Kent to get the right price for the project.

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Wooden decking pros in Kent

Stoneartuk LTD

14 review(s)
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
9th January 2021
3

Garden | Decking in Camberley

no-price

Surbiton Landscaping

56 review(s)
Based: in Kingston upon thames, KT6 4JX

Surbiton landscaping and building services in business since 1999 very professional run, family Business that takes pride in their work

Latest review

Paul M., GU2
23rd August 2022
5

Garden | Decking in Guildford

Friendly, knowledgeable and got the job done on time. Thanks

Advanced Tree and Landscaping Services

15 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD24 7LS

Tree surgery services also avaliable Find us on Thomson local and Google

Latest review

Michael F., HA8
8th July 2018
4

Garden | Decking in Edgware

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

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16 Apr

Garden | Decking

Bromley, Keston - BR2

Enquiry from: Brian C

Start Date: Immediate

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cleaning/sanding and a protective coating for existing wooden decking and a balustrade, plus replacement of broken boards. advice on future treatment. on-site parking is available.  are you the pro...

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15 Mar

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Gillingham - ME7

Enquiry from: Dione O

Start Date: Immediate

Replacement steps and decking

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19 May

Garden | Decking

Ashford - TN24

Enquiry from: Kirsh B

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A sun canopy lean-to with clear roof to cover our patio area and a raised decking floor under it to make it flat to walk out of the 2 French windows. Approx 5m x 4m. You did our neighbours garden at N...

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07 Oct

Garden | Decking

Bromley, Keston - BR2

Enquiry from: Jonathan B

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Possible Composite decking in back garden

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01 Jun

Garden | Decking

Cranbrook - TN17

Enquiry from: Keith A

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customer in the cranbrook 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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17 May

Garden | Decking

Chatham - ME4

Enquiry from: Pat A

Start Date: Immediate

Repair/replacement of wooden decking in the garden and side of the house. Treat mould in the bathroom/2 bedrooms and paint the bathroom ceiling and 2 bedrooms

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13 Mar

Garden | Decking

Beckenham - BR3

Enquiry from: Debbie G

Start Date: Immediate

hi, i’m moving to ystrad mynach this spring and the house will have a steep garden. i’d like quotes on levelling it please are you the property owner: owner property type: detached do you have a: ...

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13 Feb

Garden | Decking

Tunbridge Wells - TN2

Enquiry from: Daniel A

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looking for fencing and landscaping are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached garden type: back garden roughly the size of your garden: unsure do you have a design...

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06 Feb

Garden | Decking

Tunbridge Wells - TN2

Enquiry from: Daniel A

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looking for fencing and landscaping are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached garden type: back garden roughly the size of your garden: unsure do you have a design...

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03 Feb

Garden | Decking

Tunbridge Wells - TN2

Enquiry from: Daniel A

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looking for fencing and landscaping are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached garden type: back garden roughly the size of your garden: unsure do you have a design...

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30 Jan

Garden | Decking

Tunbridge Wells - TN2

Enquiry from: Daniel A

Start Date: Immediate

looking for fencing and landscaping are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached garden type: back garden roughly the size of your garden: unsure do you have a design...

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24 Jan

Garden | Decking

Tunbridge Wells - TN2

Enquiry from: Daniel A

Start Date: Immediate

looking for fencing and landscaping are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached garden type: back garden roughly the size of your garden: unsure do you have a design...

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06 Jan

Garden | Decking

Dartford - DA2

Enquiry from: Paddy H

Start Date: Immediate

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fencing and gardening work are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other roughly the size of your garden: unsure garden type: back garden do you have a design: no, but i have ...

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20 Dec

Garden | Decking

Beckenham - BR3

Enquiry from: Kristy W

Start Date: Immediate

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

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10 Sep

Garden | Decking

Canterbury - CT2

Enquiry from: Raymond V

Start Date: Immediate

replace decking at the front of the bungalow 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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30 Aug

Garden | Decking

Gravesend - DA11

Enquiry from: Ruggero P

Start Date: Immediate

Wooden decking Lead

good morning, we'd like to receive a quote to re-do the rear garden decking and an advice if it's possible to salvage it by fixing the joists and refresh the look, or re-build it from scratch. we loo...

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09 Jul

Garden | Decking

Faversham - ME13

Enquiry from: Pat W

Start Date: Immediate

to replace old decking boards 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 to appoint

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05 Jul

Garden | Decking

Gillingham - ME8

Enquiry from: Keith D

Start Date: Immediate

looking for some decking to be fitted over a brick patio that is not level are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply a...

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16 Jun

Garden | Decking

Folkestone - CT18

Enquiry from: Daniela R

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customer made an online enquiry for wooden decking and confirmed on email they would like a call with a carpenter to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the property...

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02 Jun

Garden | Decking

Tenterden - TN30

Enquiry from: Derek K

Start Date: Immediate

remove and replace existing decking. one step on two sides. approx 3 metres square. are you the property owner: owner property type: other do you have a: small garden garden type: back garden work r...

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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.
What should I do if my deck or terrace is slippery?

Usually, slipperiness is caused by algae or dirt on top of the deck or terrace. A full cleaning treatment should restore the natural grip of the wood or stone. If slipperiness is a persistent problem, consider installing grip mats in high traffic areas of the deck.

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.
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.

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