Garden Decking Ideas in Sheffield

Decking Ideas from Our Own Installations

A selection of our photos for garden decking ideas, or simply contact us to discuss your thoughts and ours. Pick a group to jump straight to it, and tap any photo to see it larger.

Raised Decking Ideas

In positioning your raised decking, you should consider the view from the deck and inside the house. Getting the views right should be an essential factor that determines the positioning of your decking. Outside of this, the supply of sun to the decking should be another factor, one you’ll be glad you made. Lastly, the slope of your garden should be considered. You can raise the decking to provide a flat level where an existing steep slope would otherwise make that space redundant.

The first four photos are a recent job in Dore. Any raised edge needs guarding, so most of these decks carry a glass, wire or timber balustrade. For costs, see our raised deck prices. To see how we design and build one, read about our raised deck installation.

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Decking Ideas with Steps and Levels

Most Sheffield gardens slope, so steps and changes of level come into many of the decks we build. Steps that run the full width of a deck, steps that wrap round a corner, and split levels that follow the ground all make a deck easier to use and more interesting to look at.

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Decking Ideas for Small Gardens

A small garden does not need a small idea. A deck that runs wall to wall, a deck that wraps round a pond, or a single level that lines up with the back door can make a compact garden feel bigger and far more usable.

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Decking Designs

Here are some of the designs and garden decking ideas we have put together with customers and installed across Sheffield: decks built around existing trees, a dry path around the house, rope balustrades, and decking that gives wheelchair access across a garden.

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Garden Decking Ideas

In planning your decking area, you should ask yourself a number of key questions such as: what do you intend doing on your decking area? How big does the decking area need to be to accommodate this? How much time do I want to spend maintaining it? How much and when do we want sun across the decking? How far do I want to carry things to get to it? Do we want the decking to hide a section of the garden which would otherwise be redundant? Should it complement the existing house style or colour?

With answers to these questions you’ll be well on your way to making up your mind on the material to be used and the deck boards to choose from, along with size and location – before thinking about some of the finer details such as balustrade and lighting.

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Where should your decking go?

When you look through different homes, you’ll often find the decking area near the living room or the kitchen. Of course, these two locations seem like the best position for extra outdoor space. Still, there are other factors that should also be considered. In choosing an area for your deck, the primary reason should be what purpose you have in mind.

Aside from this, you should also consider the amount of sun available to the deck, a more private spot away from nosey neighbours, and whether the location should give a great view across your wider garden, or beyond if you have an elevated plot. To some extent it does not matter where you choose to place your deck, as it will forever change your property’s look. However, considering these factors will maximise the pleasure you get from your decking and ensure the location and size enhance and complement your home.

What will your decking be used for?

There are many purposes that a deck serves. You may want a deck for outdoor dining, in which case it should be close to your kitchen. You can also choose a deck that serves as a playground for your kids and a place for hosting outdoor parties – think of it as an extension of your living room.

A deck can also be built as a relaxation spot. In that case, it’s best to put your deck where there is less traffic and interruption, such as the side of your home or the back of your garden. Alternatively, you can have a decking area on which an insulated garden room sits, which can be used all year round.

What size should your decked area be?

There’s no rule of thumb when it comes to the size of a deck, as this is a very personal decision and also depends on the size of your garden. For smaller gardens or courtyards we have seen the whole area transformed with multiple deck levels to give depth and character to a back yard. You may also want to keep your deck size relative to your garden. Nonetheless, it all comes down to the intended purpose of the deck: the purpose should determine the size of the decking.

Decking Design Ideas

It’s also up to you to choose between horizontal, diagonal, chevron and picture frame deck boards. These are different board layouts, and each one gives you another way of making the decking area your own. At Decking Sheffield, we’ll do our best to talk you through the best options for your needs and your home. Ours is to advise based on our experience and expertise, but it’s always up to you to make the final call.