It’s hard to remember warm summer days in the middle of a cold winter like this but in order to get the most from your garden next summer now may be the time to give some thought to an outdoor deck and to plan ahead so you get to enjoy your garden to the max.
There are quite a few decking options available to you with a wide choice of both traditional and contemporary decking systems to choose from.
Softwood & Hardwood Decking Systems
If you’re a fan of traditional decking systems you have the option of using either treated softwood decking or hardwood decking both of which can provide a very pleasing look in your garden. Both softwood and hardwood decking systems come in a choice of contemporary square or stop chamfer decking spindles /decking newel posts and if you prefer a more traditional look you can use colonial turned decking spindles for your deck. Each of these options will provide a very distinct and pleasing look for your garden.
Axxys & Clearview Contemporary Decking
If you’re looking for a sleek and modern look to your home you may want to consider using either the Axxys Decking System or Clearview Glass Decking System developed by Cheshire Mouldings. Both of these systems offer a contemporary look for your outdoor deck but each takes a different approach and uses a distinctly different look.
Axxys Decking carries on the tradition from Axxys Stair Parts and uses an attractive fusion of wooden decking handrails and decking spindles alongside metal brackets and connectors available in a choice of Satin Aluminium or Satin Black Finishes. This decking system will give an ultra modern look to your garden and new for 2011 Axxys Decking is available using hardwood spindles and handrails.
Clearview Decking is one of the few outdoor decking systems which uses clear glass panels in place of decking spindles and is the ideal solution if you’re garden has a stunning view. Clearview Decking uses toughened glass panels making it safe and suitable for domestic use.
To discuss the options available to you for your outdoor deck please visit us at www.blueprintjoinery.co.uk or call our team on 01691 671020.
If you choose to use the Clearview Glass Panels instead of decking spindles you instantly get a very modern and contemporary look for your deck and garden with the benefit of being able to see any view through the glass panels. The main concern people have about using these glass panels instead of decking spindles is that they’re worried they may break or scratch easily with young children around. This isn’t really something to be concerned about as the glass panels are manufactured using toughened glass and they have been subjected to a salt spray test to ensure they don’t scratch easily under normal wear and tear.
The second method of installing your decking handrail to a decking newel post is to use a mortise and tenon joint. This is the method generally favoured by professional tradesmen and involves a lot more work than if you used the handrail fixing kit described above. You need to form a tenon on your handrail by cutting it to shape ensuring the tenon is a third of the width and the length is a third the width of the newel post. Once the mortise and tenon have been formed you can secure the handrail using an outdoor wood glue.