Composite decking · York

Composite Decking in York

Composite decks built across York and the villages around it, on a frame made to carry them. Composite boards never need staining, will not splinter and keep their colour, so the deck keeps its looks for years with very little care. We build the frame, fit the boards, edging and steps, and take the waste away when we leave.

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  • No staining · No oiling or sanding
  • Will not splinter · Kinder to bare feet
  • Built to suit · Ground level or raised
  • Supplied and fitted · By our own team
Grey composite deck beside a timber summerhouse in a back garden
Composite decking York

A deck that stays looking new

Composite decking is made from a blend of wood fibre and plastic. The boards do not soak up water, so they do not rot, split or splinter, and the colour runs right through them. There is no annual staining or oiling, just an occasional wash.

What makes a composite deck last is the frame underneath it. Composite boards need closer support than timber, so we build the frame from pressure-treated timber with joists spaced to suit the boards, set level on a firm base. Raised decks get properly fixed posts, and steps are built into the frame rather than added afterwards.

Most composite decks we build are for back gardens: a level space outside the patio doors, a deck in front of a summerhouse, or a raised platform that turns a sloping garden into somewhere to sit. Fascia boards finish the edges so the frame is hidden.

If you would rather have timber, see our timber and composite decking page. Many customers pair a new deck with matching composite fencing or a sandstone patio.

Recent work

Composite decks we have built

  • Grey composite deck and steps in front of a summerhouse

    Composite deck and steps by a summerhouse

  • Grey composite deck with a step down to the lawn

    Grey composite deck with a step down to the lawn

  • Grey composite decking outside French doors

    Composite decking outside French doors

From frame to finish

How a composite deck goes together

  • Timber frame for a composite deck being levelled in a back garden

    The frame is set level on a firm base, with joists spaced for composite boards

  • Composite deck boards being fitted on a timber frame

    Composite boards fixed to the frame, with the fascia to follow

See more decks, fences and patios in our photo gallery.

What we build

Composite decks for every kind of garden

Ground-level decks

A flat, level space outside the house, often replacing a tired lawn or an uneven patio.

Raised decks and steps

Decks that level a sloping garden, with steps built into the frame and posts fixed securely.

Summerhouse decks

A deck in front of a summerhouse or garden room, with a step down to the lawn.

Balustrades and edging

Composite, timber or metal balustrades for raised decks, and fascia boards to hide the frame.

Composite or timber

How they compare

Upkeep

Composite needs an occasional wash. Timber needs staining or oiling to keep it looking good.

Splinters and rot

Composite boards will not splinter or rot. Timber boards can do both as they age.

Colour

Composite keeps an even colour. Timber weathers to silver grey unless it is treated.

Cost

Composite costs more to buy. Timber is cheaper at the start but needs more looking after.

How it works

From measurements to a finished deck

  1. Send the details

    Tell us the size of the area, how high the deck needs to be, and send a photo of the space.

  2. Choose the boards

    We give you a first price and go through the colours and finishes available.

  3. We build it

    The frame goes in level, the boards, edging and steps go on, and the waste goes away with us.

Thinking about a composite deck?

Send us the size of the space and a photo, and we will come back with a first price.

Request a quote Call 01904 948408
Nearby

Composite decking around York

We build composite decks across the city and nearby, including:

Questions

Composite decking questions

Is composite decking slippery?

Composite boards have a textured or wood-grain surface that gives a good grip. Like any deck, it can get slippery with algae, moss or frost, so it pays to keep it swept and give it a wash now and then, especially in shady corners.

Can composite boards go on my existing deck frame?

Sometimes. Composite boards need closer support than timber boards, so the frame has to be sound, level and have joists close enough together. If it does not, we add joists or build a new frame before the boards go on.

Does composite decking need any maintenance?

Very little. There is nothing to stain, oil or seal. A brush and a wash with soapy water a couple of times a year keeps it clean.

What colours can I choose from?

Greys and dark anthracite are the most popular, and the decks on this page are in grey. Browns and wood-effect finishes are also available, depending on the range.

Can you build steps and edging in composite too?

Yes. Steps, fascia boards to cover the frame and edging around the deck can all be done in matching composite, so the finish is the same all the way round.

How do I get a quote for a composite deck?

Measure the area you want decked, take a photo or two of the space and tell us roughly how high the deck needs to sit. Send it through the contact page or call 01904 948408 and we will come back with a first price.