Transform your garden with Timber Decking in West Dulwich designed for year-round use. We build elegant, durable decks with steps, balustrades and built-in seating, finished with professional staining.
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West Dulwich gardens deserve a deck that looks right against period brickwork and mature planting. Whether you’re near West Dulwich station or enjoy weekends at Belair Park, we create outdoor spaces that feel practical and polished. From compact courtyards to generous family lawns, our timber decking is tailored to how you use the garden. Expect crisp lines, safe edges and a finish that complements your home.
We regularly work across SE21 and nearby Dulwich Village, where Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions often have level changes and established borders. That means careful setting-out, tidy joins and thoughtful step placement matter. Our team designs decks that sit comfortably with bay windows, rear extensions and side returns. If you want a quieter, low-glare look, we’ll guide you on board choice and staining tones.
We start with a site visit to measure, check drainage, and confirm access for materials and waste removal. You’ll receive a clear specification for the subframe, fixings, and finishing—no vague allowances. We use treated timber structures, quality fasteners and proven installation methods to reduce movement and squeaks. Local homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, clean working practices and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
In the timber decking West Dulwich area, gardens often sit above or below the rear floor level, so we plan steps and landings to feel natural. Access can be tight around side passages in period homes, and we organise deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. We also consider shade from mature trees near Dulwich Wood and choose finishes that cope well with damp and leaf fall. Where relevant, we’ll flag any Lambeth requirements and keep the build compliant.
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Costs depend on size, height, access and the timber you choose. As a guide, softwood decking commonly starts around £120–£180 per m² installed, while hardwood is often £180–£280+ per m². Steps, balustrades and built-in seating add to the total, as does ground preparation and subframe complexity. We provide a detailed, itemised quotation after a site survey in SE21.
Most domestic decking projects take 2–5 days once materials are on site. A small, straightforward deck can be completed in a couple of days, while larger builds with multiple levels, steps, balustrades or built-in seating may take 1–2 weeks. Timescales are affected by access, ground conditions, drainage adjustments and drying time if staining is included. We confirm a schedule before work begins.
In many cases, garden decking is permitted development, particularly when it’s low level and doesn’t significantly raise the ground or overlook neighbours. However, rules can change for listed buildings, flats/maisonettes, conservation areas, or where the deck height is substantial. We’ll discuss your property details, check constraints relevant to the London Borough of Lambeth, and advise if permission or a lawful development check is sensible before installation.
Fine Landscaping provides a 10-year workmanship warranty on our decking installations. This covers installation-related issues such as structural integrity of the subframe, fixings and board fitting, provided normal use and maintenance are followed. Timber is a natural material, so cosmetic weathering and colour change are expected, but we’ll advise on staining and aftercare to extend the finish. Manufacturer warranties on specific products may also apply.
We offer softwood and hardwood decking, including treated timber subframes for durability. You can choose grooved boards for added grip, or smoother profiles for a cleaner look, plus matching steps, balustrades and built-in seating. We’ll help you decide board direction, edge detailing and levels to suit your garden layout and how you entertain. Staining options range from natural tones to deeper contemporary colours for a refined finish.
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