Decking materials
Decking can be made from all sorts of different timbers, and can be coloured, stained and weatherproofed using decking oils and treatments. Find out...
How is decking made?
Decking looks pretty simple, but don't let that fool you - there's quite a bit of effort that goes into designing and building a...
Sail pergolas
Sail pergolas are a type of pergola that incorporates a stretched sail suspended between posts as the main roofing structure. These types of pergolas...
Gabled pergolas
Gabled pergolas feature a ridged or peaked roof, and are recognisable for their triangular shape. Gabled pergolas are attractive, and allow for good water...
Pitched pergolas
Pitched pergolas differ from flat roofed pergolas in that they incorporate a 'pitched' or angled roof. Pitched pergolas allow for good water runoff, and...
Screws and locking systems
Many products exist these days specifically to fasten decking. Some do it in a way that obscures the fasteners, others add extra strength, durability...
How to choose decking and pergola timbers
Not all timbers are suitable for all aspects of the construction of pergolas and gazebos. Some may be ideal for infills, but not for...
Spans, decking width and bracing
A variety of construction methods and measures can be used to add strength and structural stability to decking. Find out what's necessary, and how...
Deck weatherproofing
Because your deck is a part of the exterior of your home, it's important that it's designed to bear the brunt of the weather...
Decks with trees through them
We've all seen them and they're attractive and naturally shady - but what sorts of things do you need to consider when planning a...