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A Raised deck on a very
steep slope in Biggin Hill.
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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.
All images in the
construction sequence below, can be clicked for enlargement 
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