Decking Installation in Wallington

Decking installation in Wallington built on a treated timber frame with posts on solid pads. A level seating area where the ground slopes or sits high, with airflow left underneath so the boards dry out.

Building the Frame

The frame carries the weight, so it does the real work. Joists are spaced to suit the board thickness, usually around 400mm apart, and sit on posts bedded in concrete or on solid pads. Everything is treated timber, with cut ends sealed where they are exposed.

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Airflow and Ground Clearance

Decking lasts far longer when air can move under it. We leave a clear gap between the frame and the ground and keep the space free of soil and leaves. Trapped damp under a deck is the usual reason joists rot years before the boards on top show any sign of wear.

Grip, Steps and Handrails

Smooth boards get slippery in a shaded garden, so grooved or anti slip boards are worth having where the deck sees winter use. Steps down to the lawn need consistent riser heights, and a raised deck needs a handrail. We work these into the layout rather than adding them on later.

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Decking is often the answer where a patio would mean a lot of digging out or a tall retaining wall, so it comes up regularly on sloping gardens around Wallington. We build it to the same standard as the rest of our work, with the frame and the ground clearance treated as the part that matters most.

  • Over 40 years laying driveways and patios

  • Block paving, resin and tarmac driveways

  • Fencing, decking and garden landscaping

  • Covering Wallington and south London

  • Prices agreed in writing before work starts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is decking or a patio better for a Wallington garden?

Decking suits gardens that slope or sit well below the back door, since a frame spans the difference without heavy groundwork. A patio suits flat gardens and needs less upkeep long term. Cost is often similar. We look at the levels and tell you which makes more sense.

How much maintenance does decking need?

A yearly clean to lift off algae, and a coat of oil or stain every couple of years on softwood to keep water out of the grain. Clearing leaves from the gaps stops damp sitting on the boards. Composite decking skips the oiling but still needs cleaning.

Do I need planning permission for garden decking?

Usually not, provided the deck is no more than 300mm above ground level and, with other structures, covers under half the garden. A raised deck or one with a balustrade overlooking a neighbour can need permission. We flag it when we measure up if yours is close to the line.

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