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| This is where decking really comes into it's own! As can be seen with the first picture, that strip of grass is a no-go area for general use. Look at the drop! A raised deck was the answer. The deck is not really raised, but simply overhangs the bank to give extra space. Needless to say, this type of deck - with all it's safety aspects - is not really a job for an amateur. Other than the problems of working practice safety, there are 'structural engineering' aspect to be taken into account. This deck certainly made a lot of difference to the family's quality of life outdoors. The rear garden continued the slope so was virtually unusable. Now there is space to pull up a chair, and simply relax without having to keep an eye on toddlers. A great use of decking for a very difficult area. |
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| A unsafe 'front garden' converted into a 'sun lounge'. (A great place from from where to watch the Biggin Hill Air Show!) More importantly a safe outdoor room for the children. |
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All images in the construction sequence below, can be clicked for enlargement |
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