Adding a deck at your house whether it is at the back or front, is a great way to increase the outdoor space available for entertaining and relaxing. Not only does it provide additional room and increase the footprint of your home, it can be a valuable asset when it comes time to sell your home increasing the value of your property.
You may be wondering what the best type of decking timber is for building a new deck. Well, it depends.
It depends on the location of the deck, the maintenance you wish to upkeep, exposure to the elements and of course the biggest factor - your budget.
Deciding what decking material you want to use is important to get right at the start. With most projects, the planning stage is crucial to ensure you end up with the result you are after.
We build using treated pine, as well as hardwood options. We can also offer composite decking products, however most of our clients choose treated pine or hardwood, as you can see in our gallery.
Homeowners often complain about the temperature of composite decks as it absorbs and retains heat, especially in direct sunlight. Composite decking is also the most expensive option.
If you are looking for a lower, cost-effective solution then treated pine will be your go to as it is the most economical of all the timbers. It an be stained or painted which will mean less ongoing maintenance.
Hardwood decking is extremely durable and offers natural colour and finish. Hardwoods we often work with include Spotted Gum, Blackbutt, Merbau, and Jarrah. Hardwoods can depend on availability and can be a special order.
Hardwoods require regular maintenance with cleaning and oiling. They can be sanded back and re-oiled to rejuvenate them.