Site visit & quote
We measure up, work out levels, talk through timber vs. composite for your situation, and write you a fixed-price quote.
Garden Decking.
The biggest single upgrade most Dublin gardens get.
Timber or composite decking installed across Dublin from our base in Cabra. Ground-level decks, raised platforms, integrated steps and lighting — built on a proper structural sub-frame so it lasts a generation, not a season.
Why Decking
For most Dublin back gardens, decking is the single biggest visual upgrade you can do for the budget. It turns the patch of broken paving or muddy lawn outside the kitchen into a proper outdoor room you actually use — for sitting out, eating, or just stepping into the garden without picking your way around puddles.
We install timber and composite decking, ground-level or raised, with proper structural sub-frames and full clean-up. We're not selling you the most expensive boards on the market — we're building you a deck that won't sag, won't rot and won't be the headache you spend the next ten years patching.
Often we'll combine decking with a tidy paving step-down, fresh lawn around the edges, lighting in the risers and a couple of structural plants. See Garden Design if you want the wider rework as one job.
How a Deck Goes In
Ground prep
Existing surface cleared if needed, ground levelled, weed membrane down, concrete pads or posts set for the sub-frame to sit on. No shortcuts on this.
Sub-frame
Pressure-treated timber joists at the right spacing for the board you've chosen, properly fixed and levelled. The bit you can't see, doing all the work.
Boards & finishing
Boards laid with consistent gaps for drainage, edges trimmed neat, fascia on the front, steps cut and fitted. Anti-slip strips on steps where it matters.
Lighting (optional)
Recessed deck lights, riser lights on steps or post-cap lights if you've got balustrades. Wired in by us, with a proper outdoor-rated transformer.
Clean-up & handover
Off-cuts and waste removed, deck swept, you walk it with us. Care notes for whichever board you've chosen.
Timber vs. Composite — Quick Take
Timber — cheaper upfront. Looks classic, ages well if you stay on top of an annual oil or stain. Lifespan 10–15 years with care. Best if budget is tight or you actively like the look of natural wood.
Composite — pricier upfront, basically zero maintenance, doesn't fade or rot. Lifespan 20–25+ years. Better grip in wet weather. Best if you want to install once and forget about it. For most Dublin gardens, composite is the smarter long-term spend.
Either way, we don't do cheap pine boards from a builders' merchant — minimum-spec on timber is pressure-treated softwood from a proper supplier, and composite is from one of the established brands (Trex, Millboard, Composite Prime, depending on price point and look).
Common Questions
Should I go for timber or composite decking?
Timber is cheaper to install, looks great, and needs an annual oil or stain to stay that way — typically 10–15 years' lifespan if you keep on top of it. Composite is more expensive upfront, doesn't need refinishing, and lasts 20–25+ years with basically no upkeep. For a Dublin garden that gets a lot of rain and rare sun, composite is usually the better long-game shout. We'll talk you through both honestly.
How much does decking cost in Dublin?
Rough guide: timber decking around €180–€250 per m² installed; composite €280–€400 per m² installed. Lower end is a simple ground-level deck, higher end is raised platforms with steps, balustrades and lighting. We always quote per the actual job after a site visit.
Will it be slippery in winter?
Smooth timber decking can get slippery in winter — algae plus rain plus shade. We use grooved boards with anti-slip strips on steps where it matters. Composite has a textured surface that holds grip much better. Decking shaded by the house or trees is more prone to it; we'll flag that when we walk the garden.
How long does a decking install take?
A standard 15–25m² deck is usually three to five working days from sub-frame to finished surface. Bigger or raised decks with steps and balustrades take longer — we'll give you a clear timeline with the quote.
Do you handle the planning and structural side?
For ground-level domestic decking in your back garden, planning isn't required in most cases. For raised decks above 1.2m or anything visible from a public road, we'll flag if planning is needed and you can call your council to confirm. We don't do the planning paperwork itself.
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Thinking about a deck for the back garden?
Free site visit. Honest take on timber vs. composite. Fixed-price quote.