Bushfire regulations for decking and pergolas
Regulations apply in bushfire prone areas which may affect how you're allowed to build a pergola. Find out what regulations apply, and how they...
Cyclone regulations for decks and pergolas
If you're planning on building a pergola in a cyclone prone part of Australia, it will need to comply with the cyclone code. Find...
Deck height and handrail regulations
Decks constructed beyond a certain height need to be built with handrails. The construction of the handrails is also regulated, to further lower the...
Do I need a council permit for a deck or pergola?
Depending on the type of pergola you intend to build, you may need to apply for specific permission to build. Find out when you're...
Decking maintenance
Not all decks require that much maintenance. With wood plastic composite (WPC) decking and uPVC decking, for example, it's almost a matter of install-and-forget....
Decking regulations
Depending on where you're building your decking, you may need to build in a certain way, choose special materials or restrict your plans. Bushfire...
Energy efficient decking
The materials you choose for your decking are all important, especially if you're interested in ensuring that your decking comes from sustainable sources. Choosing...
Performance considerations
It's all too easy to approach the task of choosing decking based on looks alone - but decking's one area where beauty is most...
How to choose recycled timber decking
Using recycled timber for your decking offers an excellent way to reduce your environmental footprint, and to make use of well seasoned wood with...
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...