Softwood timber
Natural and affordable
Pressure-treated boards that need regular cleaning and oiling.
Elephant and Castle · Timber & composite decking
Decking in Elephant and Castle
Step out onto something solid.
We design and build timber and composite decking in Elephant and Castle, from small platforms by the back door to multi-level decks with steps and built-in seating.
Free site survey · A quote tailored to your garden
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.
For Elephant and Castle terraces and courtyards, low-profile composite decking can sit over existing surfaces where drainage allows.
Details from our portfolio
Our latest project in Elephant and Castle
Photos from our sandstone patio, balau deck and fencing in Elephant and Castle (Elephant and Castle SE17). Every photo on this page is from that job.
Materials & possibilities
Timber or composite?
Both can look excellent. The choice is about maintenance, feel and budget.
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.
Documented project · Elephant and Castle SE17
Sandstone patio, balau deck and fencing in Elephant and Castle
This documented project is in Elephant and Castle. Old deck and paving taken out; grey Indian sandstone laid on a compacted Type 1 base and full mortar bed, a yellow balau hardwood deck on a new frame, closeboard fence panels, a recessed manhole cover and eco drains, in one week for £9,360 including VAT. Read the full case study for photos, scope and timings.
Read the full case study: how we built itA complete quote, not a guess
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.
Request your free quote- 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.
Elephant and Castle · SE17
Decking planned around your Elephant and Castle property
We take decking enquiries across Elephant and Castle, including Walworth, Kennington and Borough. Around Elephant and Castle most outdoor space is courtyards, roof terraces and the gardens of Georgian and Victorian terraces. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 6 miles from Elephant and Castle.
Explore our service areasA few useful answers
Decking in Elephant and Castle: your questions
Still deciding? Tell us about your garden and we can talk through the next step.
Read our warranty termsDo I need planning permission for decking in Elephant and Castle?
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 Elephant and Castle?
Yes. We work across Elephant and Castle (SE17), including Walworth, Kennington and Borough, and nearby areas such as Kennington and Oval. Our base is in Norbury, SW16, about 6 miles from Elephant and Castle.
Let's make a start
Your next chapter
starts in the garden.
Tell us about your decking project in Elephant and Castle. We will get in touch to discuss your ideas and the next step towards a site survey.
020 3633 5529 info@finelandscape.co.ukFine Landscaping
31 Tylecroft Road, Norbury, London SW16 4BL
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