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Decking Richmond

Composite, timber, raised decking and full replacement.

A Richmond decking design should work with the garden rather than treat it as an empty rectangle. We discuss seating, planting and the route from the house before specifying timber or composite, and offer full replacement of existing decks.

New installations and complete replacements. We do not offer small repair jobs.

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Garden decking with a broad step outside a brick house

Brown decking with framed edges and steps in a brick-walled garden

Composite decking in Richmond

For a deck beside mature planting, think about fallen leaves and access for cleaning. Natural timber and composite both need care; the right choice depends on the finish you prefer and the maintenance you will realistically undertake.

Composite can reduce the regular staining or oiling associated with timber. It still needs cleaning, and the exact board range determines its finish, installation requirements and warranty. We discuss colour, surface, edge details and suitable supports as one specification.

Joist spacing, ventilation and expansion allowances must suit the selected product. New boards should not simply be fitted to an unsuitable old frame.

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Timber decking and a practical garden layout

Softwood and hardwood offer natural character, with different costs and care needs. Discuss the species, treatment and finish rather than treating every timber deck as the same product. Allow for future cleaning and maintenance when deciding what suits your garden.

Bring the features you want to keep into the first discussion: established beds, paths, garden doors and existing paving. The footprint should allow those features to remain usable and avoid unnecessary changes to the rest of the garden.

The survey considers drainage, thresholds, access to services and the supporting frame. Board direction and edge details can then be chosen to suit the layout.

Timber options Garden design and installation

Timber deck fitted around doorways with changes in board direction

Softwood decking Richmond

For a natural timber finish, treated softwood is an option for a new Richmond garden deck or a complete replacement. We can plan a seating area beside the house, a dining terrace or a route between different parts of the garden, with board direction and edging chosen around the space available.

In a garden shaded by established trees, allow for leaf clearance, airflow beneath the boards and regular cleaning. During the survey we look at drainage, ground clearance and nearby planting, then specify suitable treated boards, supports and fixings. Timber should be selected for its exposure and intended use, including appropriate treatment of cut ends.

Softwood needs ongoing care and naturally changes appearance as it weathers. We discuss the finish and maintenance you are comfortable with alongside hardwood and composite alternatives. Your quotation covers the complete installation, including any agreed removal, groundwork, steps and edge details.

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Raised timber deck with visible support posts and timber balustrades

Raised decking, steps and changing levels

If a raised platform is proposed, check any property-specific planning restrictions before the specification is settled. The survey should also consider support positions and the relationship with neighbouring boundaries and planting.

A raised deck is a load-bearing structure. The proposal needs suitable foundations, supports, bracing and fixings, as well as a safe route on and off the platform. We identify where structural advice or other specialist input is needed before agreeing the work.

Planning, boundary and building requirements depend on the property and design. Balcony or roof-terrace work also needs attention to the existing structure, drainage and waterproofing. These checks should happen before construction.

Raised decking service Planning considerations

Full decking replacement in Richmond

If an existing deck needs replacing, we assess more than the visible boards. A complete project can address deteriorated supports, unsuitable spacing, drainage and the layout at the same time as choosing a new finish.

We do not undertake small repairs, isolated board changes, loose-fixing jobs or cosmetic restoration. Some local defects may be repairable, but that work falls outside our service. Steps and balustrades can be included in an agreed full installation or replacement.

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Costs, site survey and installation

A square-metre board price is only one part of the project. We provide a free, no-obligation quotation after discussing your requirements and assessing the site. The scope should make the following items clear.

Materials and frame

The exact boards, supporting specification, fixings, edge details and finish.

Access and removal

Delivery route, protection, removal of old decking and waste handling.

Levels and extras

Ground preparation, steps, balustrades and any specialist design or approval requirements.

Ask for VAT treatment, inclusions and exclusions to be explicit. For initial budgeting, use our timber and composite cost comparison and hidden-cost checklist. These are guides, not a quotation for your address.

1. Share your brief
Tell us the postcode, approximate dimensions, preferred use and any access issues. Photos of the garden and old deck help.
2. Assess and specify
We discuss materials, levels and structure, identify uncertainties and set out the agreed work in the quotation.
3. Agree the programme
Once the scope is accepted, agree access, timing and any required approvals before installation. Discuss care instructions at handover.

Decking questions in Richmond

Which decking services do you offer in Richmond?

We provide new composite and timber decking, garden layouts, raised structures and full decking replacements. Steps and balustrades can be included in an agreed complete project, subject to the site assessment and any necessary permissions.

Do you take on small decking repairs?

No. We do not undertake patch repairs, individual-board replacements, loose-fixing jobs or standalone restoration. Some local defects may be repairable, but that work is outside our service. We can assess and quote for a complete replacement.

Can decking be designed around an established Richmond garden?

Yes, the layout can be planned around features you wish to retain. Tree protection, foundations and access may require specialist advice in some situations. Flag those features early so the proposal can account for them.

Can the old frame be reused for a new deck?

It should not be assumed suitable. We inspect what is accessible and consider condition, spacing, fixings and ventilation against the new specification. Your replacement quote sets out the necessary structural work and any limitations before the old deck is removed.

What determines the installation price?

The area, chosen boards, supporting structure, access, removal, groundwork and finishing details all matter. Steps and guarding can change the scope considerably. We provide a project-specific quotation following assessment, rather than a small-repair price package.

Do I need permission for a raised deck?

This depends on the proposed design and property. Check height, boundaries and any planning restrictions before committing. Our planning guide gives a starting point; the relevant authority or a qualified adviser should confirm the position for your address.

Serving Richmond and nearby areas

Our coverage includes Richmond, East Sheen and Kew. Send your postcode with the enquiry so we can confirm arrangements for a site visit.

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Barbie Kristal

Good, very professional company with reliable and excellent tradespeople. Always punctual when promised. Also available to speak to during any works. So important especially if there are problems. This is a company that takes FULL responsibility for its workers. So if there's a problem, no hesitation in sorting and remedying it. Joey a manager, was especially kind, caring and helpful towards me. He too, is an outstanding carpenter. I have no hesitation in highly recommending this company.

Lindsey Chadwick

Wouldn't hesitate to recommend MJ Kloss Carpentry and will certainly be using them again. They have now completed two pieces of work for us and in both cases we've been delighted with the results. Carlos, their head carpenter, is a true artisan who takes the utmost pride in his beautiful work (as well as being a lovely person to have working in your home). Maarten, the project manager, is equally easy to work with. He skillfully helped guide us through the design process offering really creative and effective solutions throughout. Any issues (and let's face it, things will always crop up on any project, no matter who you work with) were thankfully minor and resolved quickly without complaint.

MJ Paradiso

Very happy with the process to help me design what I was looking for (even before I knew what I was asking for) and the attention to detail with the installation was excellent.

Garion Gilchrist

Great experience. Delivered what we asked for and more, in a tidy and timely manor. Thanks!

Get a decking quote in Richmond

Tell us about your new installation or complete replacement. Include the approximate size, postcode and any access or level changes. Our team will get in touch to discuss the project and arrange a visit.

Free, no-obligation quotes. No small repairs or standalone restoration.