Wood & Composite Garden Decking Installation Prices
There are various types of wood and composite decking materials that are popular choices for garden decking. Let’s explore some common options along with their average installation costs, including materials:
- Softwood Decking:
- Softwood decking, typically made from pine, spruce, or cedar, is a cost-effective option.
- Average material cost: £10 – £30 per square metre.
- Average installation cost: £30 – £50 per square metre, including labour.
- Total average cost: £40 – £80 per square metre.
- Hardwood Decking:
- Hardwood decking, such as oak, teak, or ipe, offers durability and a luxurious look.
- Average material cost: £40 – £100+ per square metre.
- Average installation cost: £40 – £60 per square metre, including labour.
- Total average cost: £80 – £160+ per square metre.
- Composite Decking:
- Composite decking, a blend of wood fibres and recycled plastic, provides low maintenance and longevity.
- Average material cost: £40 – £100 per square metre.
- Average installation cost: £40 – £60 per square metre, including labour.
- Total average cost: £80 – £160 per square metre.
Please note that these are average costs, and actual expenses may vary depending on factors such as the quality of materials, the complexity of the installation, additional features like railing or stairs, and regional labour rates. It’s important to obtain quotes from multiple tradespeople to get a more accurate estimate for your specific project.
User submitted decking prices
| Job type | Description | Price | Units | Region | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Softwood decking | Garden decking supplied and fitted. Softwood boards at 28mm. It was 145x45mm joists. No handrails as garden has fence. | £1,340 | Total price | Scotland | 2024 |
Softwood decking | Dig out old patio and raised area, to all 1 level, lay 6×3 joists to make the frame, 1 x 8 yard skip, 40 sqm of decking | £2,700 | Total price | Yorkshire & the Humber | 2024 |
Softwood decking | 9 meters long x 4. meters wide with step at 4.5 meters 4 posts with rope in between and decking lights and labour and skip | £2,958 | Total price | North East | 2024 |
Softwood decking | large raised decking with handrail on three sides with 6 steps down to garden decking was 30 sq meters Frame was 6×2 on 4” posts | £125 | Per m² | Scotland | 2024 |
Composite decking | 6 square metres of grey composite decking in front of garden office | £310 | Per m² | East Midlands | 2024 |