20th Apr 2011 @ 12:08 PM

Tasks such as installing IPE decking should not be carried out by DIY enthusiasts. John Russell, building expert for Channel 5's Cowboy Builders, said individuals should do everything in their power to avoid a DIY catastrophe. "What may seem an achievable task can end up costing hundreds, i... more »

19th Apr 2011 @ 5:06 PM

Wood options such as hardwood decking represent the best way to get the "biggest bangs for your buck" when renovating a backyard. This is according to the DIY Life blog, which warned that homeowners should look at all of the options available to them before making a final decision. While w... more »

19th Apr 2011 @ 3:14 PM

Men are still the most likely to look after the garden decking in homes, a new survey has found. A poll of some 2,000 people found that while females are seen as the best all round gardeners, it is still the male domain when it comes to the patio. Gary Philpotts, spokesman for Roundup weed killer, w... more »

18th Apr 2011 @ 5:01 PM

Homeowners installing iroko decking must ensure they have a comprehensive plan for the entire outdoor space before starting work. This is the suggestion of landscaping expert Tom Merkle, speaking to The Morning Call. He says this involves deciding on the type of garden furniture that will match the ... more »

13th Apr 2011 @ 5:01 PM

Spring time may see increasing numbers of people installing iroko decking as they look to spruce up their garden. Homeowners who make the decision to add a bit of vibrancy to their backyard and buy decking will then have a place for the family to eat, drink and relax. The quality of the wood is impo... more »

8th Apr 2011 @ 4:56 PM

Garden decking could be the perfect product to liven up a small backyard. Alan Titchmarsh, well known for his appearances in TV gardening programmes, told the Shropshire Star that sometimes it may not be worth having a lawn. If the space is not large, the logistics of keeping it up to standard could... more »

7th Apr 2011 @ 5:18 PM

Decking has been added to a Welsh primary school that will allow children to have lessons outside. According to the Cynon Valley Leader, the Cap Coch school in Aberdare has been upgraded thanks to a scheme ran by Tidy Towns. The development highlights the benefits that can be attached to getting a s... more »

6th Apr 2011 @ 3:01 PM

People who install hardwood decking will get a professional finish that is easy to maintain. This is according to TV personality and gardening expert Charlie Dimmock, who noted hard surfaces also have the added advantage that they will suppress weeds. According to research carried out by Urban Garde... more »

5th Apr 2011 @ 5:02 PM

Solid wood flooring continues to be a popular choice for homeowners looking to remodel. This is according to an article in Your Home, which observed a number of trends are developing when it comes to flooring. It added that "bleached, scraped and distressed finishes are ... in vogue", whic... more »

5th Apr 2011 @ 11:52 AM

Garden decking can become the focus of a backyard if put in the right area. According to an article in the Coloradoan, the standard pattern of decking used to be that it was always attached to the house, although this is no longer the case. However, there is now a trend of using the product as a &qu... more »