Decking in Mortlake
Hardwood, softwood and composite decking built on a proper frame so it stays level for years.
Decking in Mortlake is a job that depends a lot on the garden's existing levels. Mostly Edwardian and inter-war terraces and semis. Riverside properties have specific drainage and flood considerations that affect garden design. Most of my work in Mortlake is around mortlake riverside and the streets either side of it. A deck on a sloping garden takes more frame work than a flat one, but done properly it gives you a usable level surface where you didn't have one before. I'll always check ground conditions on the first visit.
Mortlake has a low-key village feel along the river, with a mix of period housing and pockets of newer development on the old brewery site. The Thames Path and the boat race finish line are local landmarks. Decks I build in Mortlake are mostly on a concrete-pad-and-timber-post foundation. Joist spacing is 400mm for softwood and 350mm for hardwood. I leave a ventilation gap behind the deck if it sits next to the house, and I always run skirting around the frame so the underside is hidden.
What I do for every decking job in Mortlake
- Site clearance and ground preparation
- Concrete pad foundations or post supports as required
- Pressure treated softwood frame at correct joist spacing
- Boards in your chosen material (softwood, hardwood, or composite)
- Stainless steel or coated decking screws (no nails)
- Edging, steps and balustrade where needed
- Skirting around the frame so the underside is hidden
For a deeper look at how I approach decking, see the main decking page.
Decking in Mortlake FAQs
Composite or timber for a deck in Mortlake?
Composite if you want zero maintenance for fifteen plus years. Hardwood if you like the way real wood weathers and you don't mind oiling it. Most Mortlake gardens get enough rain that I usually steer people towards composite for a deck under a tree, where leaf litter and dampness will affect timber faster.
How quickly can you start a decking job in Mortlake?
Spring and early summer are the busiest months. For larger jobs I usually book six to ten weeks ahead. Smaller decking jobs in Mortlake can sometimes fit in within a couple of weeks. The best step is a quick call to check current availability.
Do you cover all of Mortlake?
Yes. Mortlake (SW14) and the surrounding streets are all within my regular working area. If you're on the edge of Mortlake or in a neighbouring area like barnes, that's still fine.
Other areas I cover near Mortlake
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