Garden Decking in Woodley & Reading
Decking is a popular choice for gardens. It gives an alternative look and feel to paving to provide a softer element that can work well on its own or combined with contrasting surfaces.
Decking has the advantage that it can overcome construction difficulties where the cost of paved areas could be prohibitive, such as gardens on a steep slope, close to water or on unstable ground.
Garden Creations designs and constructs decking throughout Woodley, Reading and the surrounding areas.
Different Decking to Suit Your Project
Timber of many different types is commonly used but generally falls into two main categories: hardwood and softwood.
Softwood is very popular and generally cheaper and easier to work with, but will have a shorter lifespan. Although hardwoods are more expensive and slightly harder to work with, they are much denser and will last much longer. The exception to this rule is Western Red Cedar, which, although it is a softwood, has natural properties that extend its lifespan.
There is also a large choice of composite decking on the market constructed using many different processes and materials, including recycled plastic, wood fibres and resinous substances combined to form very long-lasting artificial timber with low maintenance and anti-slip properties. They tend to be expensive and can have a slightly artificial look, but they will last much longer than timber if left untreated.
Powder-coated aluminium decking is also available where very long-lasting and zero fire risk is required.
How We Construct Our Decking
Our decking projects are constructed to the highest quality with treated timber sub frames supported by posts that are always concreted into place.
Composite sub frames are also available to be used with either timber or composite decking that will last a lot longer than timber. Weed suppressing fabric is a must and deck boards are screwed into place rather than nailed.
We are also able to install steps, balustrades of various types and recessed lighting as required.
Discuss Your Decking Project
Contact Garden Creations for decking projects throughout Woodley, Reading and nearby areas and we will be happy to discuss the different materials and construction options available.