Finished decking projects made from treated softwood. All
the softwood used in these projects were treated by the supplier using
Tanlith.
The finished timber decking projects will give you a few
ideas about the suitability and versatility of softwood decking.
None of these completed decking structures were stained upon
completion - simply left to mature firstly into a honey brown colour, and
then eventually into a pleasing grey. The colour can be changed or enhanced
by the use of
decking oil.
The finished deck above was constructed from 6x2in (150x50mm) treated joist and
supported with 4x4 (100x100mm) treated posts - concreted into the ground
where applicable. Balustrades were made from Burbidge timber balustrade
components.
In the completed deck above, you will see the effect of enhancing your deck
further with a few flower containers. In this case, the containers were also
used as a reminder that there is no balustrade along this curved edge -
which was the access down to the garden.
The pergolas - and the use of ornamental sisal rope, give an added dimension
to these finished decks. The pergolas were made from the same material as the deck
sub-base. 6x2 or 5x2 treated timbers - softwood.
Ropes again add a further feature to these decks - as does the angled deck
edge which was included to provide maximum use of the area.
Trellis can also be used to great effect - other than screening out the
neighbours. Access between these raised deck was via a substantial staircase
- constructed from the same timbers using the deckboards 6x1.5in as risers
and treads. The completed decking project, was left un-stained and
allowed to mature to a pleasing light grey.
