Decking Tips

Make your timber deck the focal point of your home, whether you are entertaining, relaxing or simply enjoying a meal.

Here are some free deck tips and decking ideas that will allow you to customise your deck to meet your needs.

Do you require a big deck or small deck?

The size of your deck will depend on many factors including:

• the number of people you expect will be using your deck, at any one time,
• the size of your backyard or courtyard,
• for what purpose  do you wish to use the deck,
• how often you expect to use the deck

What is the ideal height of your deck?

Ensure that your deck is going to maximise your views / outlook.

Do you require Gold Coast City Council approval?

Most decks that are attached to your house do require Council approval.

Is your deck low lying or close to the ground?

To minimise weed growth coming up from underneath your deck, your grassed area should be poisoned and weedmat laid down.

Do you need privacy on your deck?

If so, a privacy screen can be build to keep prying eyes out.

Do you have young children or pets?

If so, a handrail with a gate should keep young children from getting out of the decking area and also keep pets off the deck.

Do you want to make use of your deck at night?

If so, consider and install deck lighting, whilst building the deck.