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Reaching a door or levelling a slope means going up. Here is the difference between a floating and a raised composite deck, how each is built, and the planning and safety rules that come with height.

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A small garden is where a deck earns its keep. Here is how composite decking for small gardens keeps things low-maintenance and clean, and the simple tricks that make a compact space feel bigger.

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A composite board that looks like a bargain can cost you far more if it fades or fails. Here is how to spot cheap composite decking before you order, from weight and fade to the guarantee and the fixings.

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Most garden decks do not need planning permission, but the exceptions are easy to trip over. Here is when you need planning permission for composite decking in the UK, the three rules that decide it, and when to call your council.

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Hidden fasteners give a composite deck that clean, screw-free finish. Here is how to install composite decking with hidden fasteners step by step, from the subframe to the final trim.

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Is composite decking slippery when wet? Not by nature, and it grips better than timber. Here is where the slipperiness actually comes from, how to keep good footing, and why steps deserve extra care.

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Work out how many decking boards you need before you order, so you do not come up short. Here is the simple sum using our board sizes, a table for common deck sizes, and the calculator that does it for you.

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Leave the right expansion gaps and you will never notice composite move. Here is where composite decking expansion gaps go, how big to make them, and why the weather on fitting day changes the answer.

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Timber wins on the day you buy it, but composite wins over the ten years that follow. Here is how composite vs timber decking really compares once you count treatment, time and replacements, not just the first bill.

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No oiling, no staining, no yearly treatment, a composite deck just needs the odd wash. Here is how to clean composite decking properly, deal with stains, scratches and mould, and the few things that actually damage a board.

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From Anthracite to Walnut Brown, our composite decking comes in seven colours across two ranges. Here is how to choose the right shade for your house, your garden and the light you actually get.

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A composite deck should feel solid underfoot. If yours bounces, shifts or clicks, the cause is nearly always the frame or the fixings. Here is how to spot which one and put it right, often without lifting the deck.

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Composite decking kit prices run from £234.99 for 4m² to £1,729.99 for 40m², fixings and delivery included. Here is how to match a kit to a 3×3, 4×3 or 4×4 deck and work out the size you need.

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Composite decking works best on joists at 300mm centres, but you do not always need to rip out an existing 400mm frame. Here is the right spacing for a new build and how to reuse a sound timber subframe.

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Capped composite decking has a protective outer shell; uncapped does not. Here is what that means for looks, durability and price, and how our uncapped Woodsman and capped Elite ranges compare.

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Laying composite decking is a job most people can do themselves. Here is the step-by-step, from getting the subframe right to clipping the boards down and finishing the edges, built around our all-in-one kit.

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Composite decking lasts about 25 to 30 years, two to three times longer than timber, and ours come with a 15-year guarantee. Here is what affects the lifespan and how to get decades out of your deck.

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Composite decking in the UK costs around £37 to £92 per m² for the boards, or £80 to £200 fitted. Here is a full 2026 price breakdown, kit prices from £234.99, and how to budget your own deck.

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Come & Visit Our Friendly Team At Tough Decking Headquarters In Torquay. ** DISCLAIMER – We have now moved to larger premises in Trojan Industrial Estate, Paignton TQ4 7EP ** We Even Have A Show Deck That You Can View…

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Let us introduce you to the NEW Woodsman Step Nose. In these pictures we have highlighted the nose board in the Charcoal option with a Charcoal board riser underneath. The boards on either side of the step is Stone Grey.…

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Composite decking is a popular alternative to traditional wood decking. It is made from a mixture of wood fibers and plastic, which makes it resistant to rotting, warping, and insect damage. This means it requires less maintenance than traditional wood…

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With summer just around the corner, you are probably ready to get outside and into the garden. With a patio composite decking space, you can transform a lawn into an exciting entertainment space for friends and family. Whilst you may…

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Decks are great features in the garden, which provide both aesthetic and functional benefits. A small garden can be tricky to deck out effectively though. Here are our top tips to help you create a small but perfectly formed outdoor…

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So Tough Decking Only Supply 2.2m Lengths…. Why? Well… Most importantly, a 2.2m board will not expand and contract the same as a longer length board and this is important to know because…. Our Tough Deck Active+ & Woodsman+ composite…

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