how difficult is it to fit decking? it looks simple enough.... i have basic DIY knowledge and would like to learn.
the garden is a very odd shape, so it will require a lot of angles.
should i give it a go? or no?!
2006-11-05 22:30:44 · 10 answers · asked by T M 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
Anyone with a good basic knowledge of diy should be capable of fixing their own decking. If decking is on level ground use concrete blocks to form a level platform for a frame of 6x2 (150mm x 50mm) shaped to your own design.
If your ground is not level, use 4x4 (100mm x 100mm) posts concreted into the ground at desired level, and fix frame level.
Then cut your decking as required and fix using decking screws, takes longer than using nail gun but ensures your decking will not twist.
2006-11-06 08:03:02 · answer #1 · answered by Richard W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes of course give it a go. but as suggested by others try to find a how to do it leaflet or seek advice from diy shops first. decking gets very slippy when wet, by the way (very funny story but painful). remember to lay weed fabric over grass or borders going under the decking first or all will grow as normal in the spring! good luck.
2006-11-06 09:09:51 · answer #2 · answered by mole 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-04-13 16:31:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely give it a go. I just finished mine, its easy. Find a straight edge and work from that. Measure the distance from the straight edge to the other end. this = x, then measure the width of your board and go out from point a that distance. Then measure the distance again, this = y. This will give you the angle of the board, then repeat, then repeat. Use galvanised twisted nails, or galvanised screws, you'll be right
2006-11-06 00:22:54 · answer #4 · answered by joe c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes give it a go, it is simple, lay a base of 6 x 2, and then secure the decking over the top, if you want any other help call me on 07790239749
2006-11-05 22:36:27 · answer #5 · answered by richard_dargan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
very easy to do if you have basic diy skills..go to wickes and you can pick up leaflets telling you how to do projects like decking.
2006-11-05 22:43:12 · answer #6 · answered by grumpcookie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My husband and I did ours, although it was an easy shape we did have to level the concrete and we did it from scratch, not bought to size.
2006-11-05 22:35:12 · answer #7 · answered by Jayne 2 (LMHJJ) 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Before you have a go i think you can buy a dvd on how to do it properly. Not sure where from though, b& Q maybe.
2006-11-05 23:21:52 · answer #8 · answered by chickadee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have got plenty of time and the weather is right, you should plan it properly and make drawings of everything. ie plan, elevation etc.
Good luck.
2006-11-05 22:34:14 · answer #9 · answered by Boscombe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes give it a go , i done mine myself found it pretty straight forward, once you start it you know you will do a good job , have confidence in yourself.
2006-11-05 22:35:07 · answer #10 · answered by harry, boy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋