Decking · Farnham, Surrey
Decking in Farnham - detailed to suit older homes.
We design and build decking for Farnham families - the kind of work where the detail beneath the surface matters as much as the finish on top.
Workshop in GU15 - close to Farnham
Same team on site every day
10+ years across Surrey, Berkshire, Hampshire
Typical book-in is four to six weeks; build one to three weeks on site.
What we mean by decking
The bit beneath the surface.
Decking lives or dies on the sub-frame. Most failed decks didn't fail on the surface - they failed on joist spacings, bearer support and ventilation that were quietly cut to save a day.
Sub-frames built to spec
Joists at the right centres for the board, bearers supported off independent posts where the ground demands it, full ventilation beneath every panel.
Material chosen for use
Hardwood for warmth and grain, composite for low maintenance and stability - each with trade-offs we'll explain rather than gloss over.
Detailed properly
Hidden fixings where the deck will be looked at; recessed LED runs laid in at sub-frame stage; integrated planters and step nosings finished cleanly.
Why this works in Farnham
Locally tuned, not location-swapped.
Farnham decking projects benefit from sympathetic detailing. Painted-finish timber or warmer hardwoods tend to sit better with period and inter-war properties than dark composite. The detail at the edges - fascias, step nosings, planter integration - is what reads.
Some properties around Castle Street and Upper Hale sit within or close to the Farnham conservation area. We're used to detailing builds - materials, eaves heights and finishes - so they sit quietly within the setting.
- Older boundary walls - We protect existing brickwork during excavation rather than treating it as something to work around at the end.
- Mature root zones - Tree report where it's warranted, hand-dug foundations within protection areas, and layouts designed around the canopy.
- Conservation sensitivities - Materials and eaves heights chosen to sit quietly within the setting; planning advice given honestly when an application is genuinely needed.
Recent decking
A few from in and around Farnham.
Hand-picked from recent projects across Surrey. Same approach, different gardens.
Heath End · GU9
Hardwood deck over an awkward level change.
A Heath End family had a level change between the rear extension and the lawn that was too small to wall and too large to step. A hardwood deck on adjustable supports bridged the gap cleanly, with planted surrounds softening the edges.
More decking →How we build it
The detail, in plain numbers.
Joists
C24 treated, 400mm centres or tighter per board
Ventilation
150mm clearance, perimeter airflow detailed
Fixings
Stainless or galvanised; hidden where visible
Lighting
12V recessed LED on optional sub-circuit
BudgetMost decks sit between £5,000 and £18,000 depending on size, material and complexity.
TimingTypical book-in is four to six weeks; build one to three weeks on site.
Common questions
What Farnham clients usually ask about decking.
Will the deck affect our period property's drainage?+
It shouldn't - the deck sits on a fully ventilated sub-frame above the existing ground levels. We make sure water keeps running away from the house, not back towards it.
Will the deck last on damp ground?+
Yes - when the sub-frame is detailed for it. We lift the deck off the ground on adjustable supports, ventilate the perimeter and use ground-suitable joist material. Most failures we're called to fix come from sub-frames that weren't.
Can you build over an existing patio or concrete?+
Often, yes - adjustable supports let us level a new deck over old paving without a full break-out. We assess the slab condition first.
Do you handle balustrades, steps and integrated planters?+
Yes. All built into the same sub-frame, finished in matching timber or composite. We prefer to design the whole platform as one piece rather than bolting extras on later.
Other work in Farnham
Same team, different parts of the garden.
Nearby
Decking in nearby areas.
Farnham · Surrey
Send us a few photos of the Farnham garden.
A short WhatsApp with a photo or two is the easiest way to start. Same-day reply, often within the hour.