Brixton · Timber & composite decking

Decking in Brixton

Make room for life outdoors.

We design and build timber and composite decking in Brixton, from small platforms by the back door to multi-level decks with steps and built-in seating.

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New composite decking with a step and clad wall in a Brixton SW2 garden — Front, side and back garden renovation in Brixton, April 2025↗

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Your garden, considered

A better connection between home and garden

A deck can create a dining area by the kitchen, level out a sloping garden or turn an awkward corner into a seating spot. What makes it last is the frame underneath: joist size and spacing, fixings and ventilation.

We help you compare timber and composite boards, plan the layout around doors and steps, and build on a properly supported, ventilated frame.

In Brixton's narrow gardens, a deck level with the back door can make the transition from kitchen to garden seamless.

Details from our portfolio

Our latest project in Brixton

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Photos from our front, side and back garden renovation in Brixton (Brixton SW2). Every photo on this page is from that job.

Mint sawn sandstone with a red brick border and eco drain down the side passage01

New mint sandstone paving with red brick edging beside the house02

Finished sandstone path along the hedge to the back door03

New silicone-rendered wall and black metal gate at the front04

Composite decking and artificial grass in a Brixton SW2 back garden05

Composite deck and lawn by the back of the house06

Materials & possibilities

Timber or composite?

Both can look excellent. The choice is about maintenance, feel and budget.

Softwood timber

Natural and affordable

Pressure-treated boards that need regular cleaning and oiling.

Hardwood timber

Rich and durable

Dense boards with a longer life and a premium look.

Composite

Low maintenance

No staining or sanding; colour stays consistent for years.

Steps & seating

Built in

Steps, benches and planters designed into the frame.

It is the frame that matters

Most failing decks are let down by the frame: undersized joists, poor fixings or no ventilation. We build on treated joists at the right spacing with airflow underneath, so the boards stay flat and secure.

From first ideas to finishing touches

A clear path to your finished garden.

Survey
Measure, check levels, doors and drainage.
Design & quote
Choose boards, layout and extras.
Build
Groundwork, frame, boards, steps and edging.
Handover
Final checks and care advice.

Old timber deck in a back garden between Brixton and Tulse Hill

Documented project · Brixton SW2

Front, side and back garden renovation in Brixton

This documented project is in Brixton. Mint sawn sandstone with red brick borders and eco drains at the front and side, a new silicone-rendered wall, two metal gates, an extended composite deck with wall cladding and new artificial grass on a permeable base, in two weeks for around £20,000 including VAT. Read the full case study for photos, scope and timings.

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What affects the cost of decking?

Decking is priced on area, board type, frame height and extras such as steps, balustrades and lighting. Our Carmel project in Beckenham, with composite decking, a pergola and fencing, was completed in one week for £15,000–£20,000.

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Area & height: Size and how high the frame sits.
Boards: Softwood, hardwood or composite.
Extras: Steps, balustrades, lighting and removal of old decking.

Compare like for like. Check the board type, frame specification, ground preparation, steps, edging and removal of any old deck.

Brixton · SW2

Decking planned around your Brixton property

We take decking enquiries across Brixton, including Brixton Hill, Tulse Hill and Herne Hill. Brixton's Victorian terraces and conversions usually have compact rear gardens, often with changes of level and access through the house. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 4 miles from Brixton.

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A few useful answers

Decking in Brixton: your questions

Still deciding? Tell us about your garden and we can talk through the next step.

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Do I need planning permission for decking in Brixton?

Not usually, if it is under 30cm high and covers less than half the garden. Raised decks may need permission.

How long does composite decking last?

Good composite boards typically carry long manufacturer warranties and need little more than washing.

Can you replace boards on an old deck?

If the frame is sound, yes. If joists have rotted, we recommend rebuilding the frame.

How long does a deck take to build?

Most decks take two to five days, depending on size and steps.

Do you cover all of Brixton?

Yes. We work across Brixton (SW2), including Brixton Hill, Tulse Hill and Herne Hill, and nearby areas such as Stockwell and Herne Hill. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 4 miles from Brixton.

Let's make a start

Your next chapter
starts in the garden.

Tell us about your decking project in Brixton. We will get in touch to discuss your ideas and the next step towards a site survey.

020 3633 5529 info@finelandscape.co.uk

Fine Landscaping
31 Tylecroft Road, Norbury, London SW16 4BL

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