Decking A Practical Step-By-Step Guide

by Quick, Graham; Hendy, Jenny

• ISBN13: 9781840653168
• ISBN10: 1840653167
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2001-09-01
• Publisher: Pavilion

Summary

Decking Has Become one of the best ways of creating a stunning feature in a large garden and maximizing space in a small garden. Its popularity is illustrated by the fact that you can now visit your local garden centre and buy ready-made decking panels. Alternatively, you may want to build a more elaborate, custom-made deck, in which case builders' merchants are an invaluable source of information on appropriate materials to use. Whatever size of deck you decide to install, the end result will become an essential part of your garden landscape. This detailed and comprehensive guide covers all aspects of laying your own deck, providing all the information you need to construct a safe, sturdy platform that will give pleasure for years to come. Advice on basic planning techniques and a selection of materials is followed by an easy-reference 'Projects' section. This contains six complete decking projects for the reader to choose from. Every stage of the job is shown in detailed step-by-step pictures, accompanied by jargon-free text. Whether you are planning to install a simple deck to allow alfresco dining or considering an advanced platform to cover a water feature, there is no doubt that you will gain immense satisfaction from the completed project. This invaluable book aims to provide you with the inspiration, detailed guidance and technical know-how needed to build the right kind of deck for your garden, with confidence. Book jacket.

Author Biography

Graham Quick is a deck builder and landscape gardener, who has produced and contributed to books on both subjects. Graham was a pioneer in introducing decking to the British garden centre trade Jenny Hendy's love affair with plants and gardens began early in life. She gained an honours degree in botany, taking a job at a garden centre on graduation. In 1985 she joined the staff of Gardening from Which? magazine and began writing articles. A freelance writer for the past ten years, she has authored and contributed to many titles and has made many television appearances. In addition to writing, she now runs her own garden design consultancy Neil Sutherland has more than 25 years' experience in a wide range of photographic fields, including still life, portraiture, reportage, natural history, cookery, landscape and travel. His work has been published in countless books and magazines throughout the world

Table of Contents

Introduction
What is a Deck?	p. 10
The Basics
Planning your Deck	p. 16
Decking Materials	p. 20
Ready-made Decking	p. 22
Preparing the Site	p. 24
Tools and Techniques	p. 26
The Projects
Simple Square Deck	p. 30
Angled Deck with Access Panels	p. 34
Split-level Deck	p. 38
Raised-level Deck	p. 42
Freestanding Deck	p. 46
Jetty Deck	p. 50
Advanced Decks	p. 54
Deck Extras
Adding a Bridge	p. 58
Adding Handrails	p. 60
Adding Steps	p. 62
Adding Edging	p. 64
Containers for your Deck	p. 66
Plants for your Deck	p. 68
Water Features	p. 74
Other Features	p. 76
Furniture for your Deck	p. 78
Lighting your Deck	p. 82
Help
Maintaining your Deck	p. 86
Re-finishing your Deck	p. 88
Suppliers List	p. 90
Acknowledgements	p. 91
Index	p. 92
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