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Wooden decking is an increasingly fashionable choice for providing outdoor seating areas in gardens. Due to the natural beauty of wood, they can be very beautiful areas which can be used year round by using external heating and light. Wooden decking is commonly fitted 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 virtually any size or shape to complement any area. Curved designs or large areas linked by pathways can create an attractive effect. Wooden decking is fairly easy to install and causes little disruption, particularly when compared to other possibilities like patio or paving. It can even be installed over the top of a pre-existing patio. It is necessary however to make certain that your wooden decking is structurally sound and capable of taking the weight of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a choice of types of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Typically decking is made of hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which usually will involve yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming more popular for use in wooden decking as they are stronger and require far less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Neath

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 Neath 2024

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

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Neath

The town of Neath is inside the south west of Wales and has now a population of 47,020. Neath is within the West Glamorgan Ceremonial County and only seven miles from the city of Swansea. For home improvements inside the Neath area, we suggest to contrast quotations from local, vetted specialists to get the top value for money for any work you wish completed.

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17 Apr

Garden | Decking

Neath - SA10

Enquiry from: Brian M

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i have a recently moved into a house with a split level pond which is delapited and very tired. it has one pond at ground level linked to a second, raised pond approximately 30-40cms above it. there a...

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30 May

Garden | Decking

Neath - SA10

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i require 36sq mtrs of sliver hd xs decking, 8 mtrs of bullnose and facias, plus all fixings. please can you send me a quote and delivery time. property type: detached what level of service do you req...

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11 Apr

Garden | Decking

Neath - SA11

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: I have just moved to the area and have a small/medium back garden and woul...

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26 Jan

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Neath - SA11

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I have an approx 30 sq m lawn which I'd like replace with either paving or composite decking. I would like quotes for both to compare. Thank you Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Pr...

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26 Jul

Garden | Decking

Port Talbot - SA12

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trimming/pruning bushes and fruit trees clearing brambles in various places clearing saplings in various places clearing vegetation, etc from a disused swimming pool

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28 Jun

Garden | Decking

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Mandy W

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*homeowner garden decking supplied and fitted please call to appoint

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14 May

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Swansea - SA2

Enquiry from: Martin J

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hello i have decking in my back yard, on 2 levels and is rotting in places. would you be interested in coming round to asses and see what may be possible,.and provide a quote. options to repair /rene...

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25 Apr

Garden | Decking

Swansea - SA4

Enquiry from: Chris T

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patio laid and composite decking in garden area 17ft x 18ft are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: deck only please call to app...

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21 Apr

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Swansea - SA4

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patio laid and composite decking in garden area 17ft x 18ft are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what level of service do you require: deck only please call to app...

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01 Dec

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Swansea - SA7

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04 Nov

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Swansea - SA6

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remove old decking and fit new. the property is rented so i want a clean solid job. i would need a quote and can put you in contact with the tenant as i work overseas with the raf. please contact me b...

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10 Sep

Garden | Decking

Swansea - SA3

Enquiry from: Sian P

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hi i’m looking for someone to supply and fit decking on 2 small areas at my house. grateful if you could get in touch are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what ...

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19 Aug

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Port Talbot - SA12

Enquiry from: Ryan C

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not all but a levelled space for a 12ft by 30 inch pool garden type: back garden property type: semi detached are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) work required: lawn/turfing, decking ...

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12 Aug

Garden | Decking

Swansea - SA1

Enquiry from: BERNARD D

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repair existing decking with composite materials which will last are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck p...

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06 Aug

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Swansea - SA2

Enquiry from: Tom L

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​i have a suspended decking area that needs removing and replacing with new. it is 4m x 5m and 1.2m off the ground. photos attached. please could you quote for removal and replacement? i am based i...

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12 Jun

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Swansea - SA3

Enquiry from: Linda G

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27 May

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Swansea - SA6

Enquiry from: Angela M

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composite decking 12 by12 are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to appoint

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17 Apr

Garden | Decking

Swansea - SA7

Enquiry from: Andrew K

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decking area to carried out in rear garden at least 3.6mx3m maybe more to be discussed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you requ...

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12 Jan

Garden | Decking

Llanelli - SA14

Enquiry from: Neil S

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decking fitted to cover back garden area 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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18 Jul

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Swansea - SA1

Enquiry from: Shirlene T

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Customer visited the mygardeningprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Weeding & cutting back shrubs and decking in patio areas

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FAQs

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 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 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 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.
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