Decking query !

[Chrispy]

Afternoon all,

I have a question regarding garden decking that I hope you can help me with....

It's the first time we have had decking and are looking to do a small area of 2.8m x 3.9m, I went to our local wood merchant today and he has quoted me £240 for the decking panels and the timber framing. However, the decking is pine!

I have been told by numerous people to stay clear of pine as you can almost watch it rot ?? Should I look elsewhere ? I'm told that Redwood is pretty good stuff ?

I should mention that the guy was doing the above at trade prices becuase I was also getting 47sqm of turf.

Any help, tips and ideas would be much appreciated.

Thanks,

Chris.

[kellys_eye]

'Redwood' is Scandanavian pine!

When specifying timber for outdoor applications, go for either a naturally durable hardwood or a softwood that has been made highly durable through an industrial wood protection process.

Hardwoods (cedar, mahogany etc) wil cost a LOT more. A good quality pine, properly treated, will be ok.

[fred99]

Make sure you use pressure treated timber for everything outside.

If its not pressure treated you WILL be able to watch it rot.

Pressure treated timber has a greenish tinge to it.

Ive just done 2 decks in my garden n used products from a company called Arbordeck from my local timber yard.

There were cheaper options but I want them to last and their quality is good.

[wine~o]

agree with above. most 'Tanalised' deck boards in pine carrry a 10 year guarantee (Provided cut end grains are treated)
I put in decking (B&Q, Treated) 12 years back. 1 or two boards are now starting to look a bit iffy, but only where the large pots were standing..

[Chrispy]

thanks everyone