A timber deck can offer you a seamless link between your home and your garden as well as be the perfect outdoor space for you and your family to relax and.
Wood for decking frame wickes.
Available in lengths from 1 8m to 4 8m we have the perfect decking for you.
Once the decking is complete apply a decking stain to further protect the timber.
Wickes deck board 25mm x 120mm x 2 4m.
To keep the deck clean remove any dirt or leaves with regular brushing.
The single most important framing member is the ledger board.
Once installed it acts as a guide for a deck frame that s level and square.
Deck frame construct the simple rectangular deck frame shown in fig.
2 has an overall size of 3040 x 2400mm.
Decking joists supports to start building your decking project and ensure longevity begin by building a solid base using products within our range of joists risers and supports.
Wickes deck board 25mm x 120mm x 1 8m 631 3 75.
A partly or fully raised deck can be a great addition to any garden especially if the ground is sloping or uneven.
A deck frame is essentially a wooden platform raised off the ground and supported by beams and posts.
Our decking tiles are ideal for constructing a deck on flat concreted areas and are profiled to match wickes decking.
When planning a raised deck bear in mind that any deck higher than 300mm above ground level will require planning permission.
With ultra realistic appearance and colour variation making it almost indistinguishable from real wood.
This guide outlines the method for installing a raised deck with a timber frame and horizontal deck board positioning.
2 our basic deck support bearer layout in fig.
Bear in mind that other decking designs will require different techniques and joist spacing.
It s a good idea to mark joist locations on the ledger and on the front facing rim joist before installation when you can lay the framing members side by side on a pair of sawhorses.
These come in a variety of colours so be sure to look at the range.
If you choose a shady spot it s best to clean and treat the wood annually to help preserve the timber.
On a small deck the beams are sometimes incorporated into the joist framing.
The posts stand on concrete footings called piers.
The platform frame is made primarily from of 2 by lumber called joists.
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The tight compact growth rings that are a feature of wood grown in northern countries provide a stable deck board to work with.