Victorian terraces throughout SE6 deserve outdoor spaces that match their character. Quality timber decking brings warmth and functionality to Catford gardens, creating year-round entertaining areas that complement period properties.
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Catford's mix of housing styles, from 1930s semis to newer developments near the shopping centre, presents unique decking opportunities. Sloping gardens towards Ravensbourne River benefit particularly from multi-level timber platforms. Local clay soil conditions require proper foundation work, something many SE6 homeowners discover after disappointing DIY attempts.
Pressure-treated softwood remains popular for budget-conscious projects, while cedar and composite alternatives suit those prioritising longevity. Ground preparation involves excavating down past topsoil, installing membrane barriers, then constructing frameworks using galvanised fixings. Drainage channels prevent water pooling - essential given Southeast London's rainfall patterns affecting properties between Rushey Green and Bellingham.
Twenty years installing decks across Lewisham borough means understanding which timber grades withstand local conditions. Projects range from compact courtyard transformations near Catford Bridge station to expansive entertainment areas in larger Forest Hill border properties.
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Basic softwood installations start around £85 per square metre, with hardwood options reaching £150-200. Most Catford gardens require 20-40m², though larger Hither Green border properties often exceed 60m².
Absolutely - from properties near Mountsfield Park through to homes backing onto Ladywell Fields. Regular installations across SE6 postcodes include streets off Bromley Road and residential areas surrounding Catford Broadway.
Smaller terraced garden projects typically complete within 3-4 days. Larger installations involving levelling or complex designs might stretch to 7-10 days, weather permitting.
All installations carry decade-long structural warranties covering framework integrity and fixing security. Timber treatment guarantees vary by wood choice - pressure-treated softwood offers 15-year anti-rot protection.
North-facing plots or tree-covered areas benefit from grooved anti-slip profiles that shed moisture quickly. Hardwoods like yellow balau naturally resist algae growth better than pine in damp, shaded conditions common near Ravensbourne River paths.
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