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Wooden Decking in Shropshire

Wooden decking is an increasingly popular option 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 with the addition of external heating and lighting. Wooden decking is generally 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 match any area. Curved designs or large areas linked by pathways can produce a striking effect. Wooden decking is relatively quick 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 weight of any furniture or plants that you would like to use on the decking. There is a array of types of wood that can be used in wooden decking. Usually decking is constructed from hardwood, but there are softwoods available that fulfil the durability requirements. As hardwood decking will need maintenance, which commonly includes yearly cleaning and staining for weather proofing, composite woods are becoming popular for use in wooden decking because they are more robust and require much less maintenance.

Average Wooden decking cost in Shropshire

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

Wooden decking installation cost in Shropshire 2024

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

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Shropshire

The County of Shropshire is located in the West Midlands area, bordering Wales to the west. Both population and economy are centred on five towns in the region, including the county town of Shrewsbury and Telford. Shropshire enjoys a sizable land area whilst having a rather small population in comparison to some other counties, with simply 456,000 inhabitants. This provides the area a lower population density of 340 individuals per square mile. Nearly half of the total is found in the above mentioned towns. When you need any home improvements inside the Shropshire region, make certain to use nearby, reputable firms to give peace of mind and ensure quality work.

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10 May

Garden | Decking

Shrewsbury - SY4

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A quote for decking but maybe also some general maintenance

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12 Apr

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Shrewsbury - SY1

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12 Apr

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Shrewsbury - SY1

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currently, front yard is a de-consecrated graveyard. owner wants to create outdoor seating area (ie. floating deck system?), in order for existing italian restaurant (la lanterna) to extend to cafe ho...

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03 Feb

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Newport - TF10

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23 Aug

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Shrewsbury - SY4

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we have a number of decking areas around the centre that require replacement due to age and condition. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: commercial what level of servic...

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30 Apr

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Telford - TF4

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we require a guide price for decking 4metres x 3 metres with a 70cm high handrail on 3 sides are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached what level of service do you req...

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21 Apr

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Shrewsbury - SY2

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small decking area 18-8 feet over patio with pergola. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call ...

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30 Mar

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Telford - TF1

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4.5m x 3.5m raised decking with step and balustrade are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to...

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19 Mar

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Telford - TF2

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remove old decking boards and replace with new and any repair that may be required to base. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do yo...

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08 Mar

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Telford - TF2

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replace current wood decking which is 20 years old, are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached what level of service do you require: supply and deck please call to...

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15 Aug

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Church Stretton - SY6

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28 Mar

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Telford - TF3

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08 Jul

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Shrewsbury - SY4

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garden cleared and turf played and a patio Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Semi detached Do you have a: Medium size garden Garden Type: Back garden Work Required: L...

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07 May

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Telford - TF1

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13 Apr

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Telford - TF2

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04 Jul

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Telford - TF1

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08 May

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Telford - TF4

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14 Apr

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Market Drayton - TF9

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08 Jan

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Telford - TF1

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Telford - TF4

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FAQs

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 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 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.

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.
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