Decking · Minley, Hampshire
Decking for Minley: thought through, then built.
Considered decking for homes across GU17. We're locally based, work to one programme, and stay on site until the job's properly finished.
Workshop in GU15 - close to Minley
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 Minley
Locally tuned, not location-swapped.
Minley decking projects share a pattern. The houses are well-loved, the kitchens have usually been extended, and the garden is the part that's been waiting its turn.
A lot of Minley work is end-to-end - one accountable team handling design, build, planting and outbuildings rather than the homeowner running the trades themselves.
Recent decking
A few from in and around Minley.
Hand-picked from recent projects across Hampshire. Same approach, different gardens.
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 Minley clients usually ask about decking.
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.
Hardwood or composite - what do you usually recommend?+
Depends on use. Hardwood (iroko, balau) is warmer, more characterful and rewards a bit of seasonal oiling. Composite is virtually maintenance-free and dimensionally stable but gets warmer in direct sun. We'll talk through both against the aspect and your appetite for upkeep.
Will composite get hot in summer?+
More than hardwood - particularly darker colours in full sun. We advise on board colour and the deck's aspect during design to minimise it.
Other work in Minley
Same team, different parts of the garden.
Nearby
Decking in nearby areas.
Minley · Hampshire
Talk to us about decking in Minley.
A short WhatsApp with a photo or two is the easiest way to start. Same-day reply, often within the hour.