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May 04, 2022Posted: May 04, 2022Categories: DeckingRead MoreHardwood decking procedure
Anyone with a hardwood deck can follow pretty much the same advice. However because of the density of hardwood it is recommended to leave the boards for 3 to 6 months before treatment.
While we can’t stop the rain we can help slow down its effects. Timber will absorb moisture from the surrounding air, meaning timber tends to expand when wet and shrink when dry. In the summer months this can lead to deck board cracking on the surface. Applying decking oil on a regular basis will help inhibit the growth of algae. This should reduce the risk of slipping and keeps the boards looking fresh.
We also stock Rustins Textured Decking Oil this can be applied on new or old decking, in areas which have become slippery.
How to Clean the Deck
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May 04, 2022Posted: May 04, 2022Categories: DeckingRead MoreLooking After Your Decking
Decking oil serves several purposes. Any exterior surface can become slippery, especially where there has been a build up of algae. This is one of the reasons we recommend customers gently wash and then brush their decking twice a year. We stock a range of Osmo, Rustins and Liberon decking oil products which penetrate into the timber to help preserve the timber. They also provide a surface coating to reduce the absorption of moisture and UV damage.
Cleaning and maintenance
A recommended product of ours for decking cleaning and maintenance is Osmo’s Wood Reviver Power gel. This Product can help restore a wood deck back to its original colour by deeply cleaning and penetrating the timber surface.
How to Clean the Deck
- Dampen the surface of the decking with water
- Apply t
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May 04, 2022Posted: May 04, 2022Categories: Garden ProductsRead MoreAt Southern Timber we stock and supply a wide range of sizes of field gates and driveway gates. We offer either a heavy-duty sawn finish or a standard diamond brace if you are after a more stylish, smooth finish.
We stock sizes from 0.9m (3ft) right up to 3.6m (12ft).
Below is a guide for the sizes of gate posts and gate hinges you will require for different size gates.
Gate Length
Post Size
0.9m (3ft) – 1.2m (4ft)
125 x 125mm (5”x 5”)
1.5m (5ft) – 2.1m (7ft)
150 x 150mm (6”x 6”)
2.4m (8ft) – 3.0m (10ft)
175 x 175mm (7”x 7”)
3.3m (11ft) – 3.6m (12ft)
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April 15, 2022Posted: April 15, 2022Categories: DeckingRead MoreComposite Deck Hollow is one of our composite decking offerings. Composite decking has its own place in the decking market. Sometimes softwood and hardwood deckboards are not suitable for some installations, maybe the boards are not durable enough or maybe there are stringent budget constraints. You might have used softwood decking before and found that your garden was too damp an environment, the boards became slippery and didn’t last as long as anticipated. While we have 15 Year Warranty Softwood, durable Hardwood and Millboard decking as options you might also want to consider our composite decking.
Composite Deckboard durable and environmentally friendly
These composite deckboards are made primarily from a mix of approximately 60% recycled hardwood fibres and 40% recycled polyethylene. These raw materials are mixed with a bonding agent, colour tint and other additives. An anti-UV agent is added during manufacture and this h
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April 15, 2022Posted: April 15, 2022Categories: DeckingRead MoreComposite Deck Maintenance
When the deck is finally installed remember to keep that decking looking good will need a little bit of maintenance. These composite deckboards are hard wearing and the composite materials used mean the boards should not rot, splinter or warp like traditional timber boards might. Because these composite deckboards are made primarily from recycled hardwood fibres there will inevitably be some fading of colour over time. This will be more pronounced in areas exposed to prolonged direct sunlight.
To keep your investment looking good you will need a broom, hot soapy water and a wash down with clean water.
Keeping it clean
As a general rule prevention is better than cure. Best practice on all decking materials is very similar. The following list of “do-nots” is not fully exhaustive.
- Furniture and plant pots should be lifted, not dragged across the decking
- Care should be tak
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April 15, 2022Posted: April 15, 2022Categories: DeckingRead MoreWhen considering composite decking you will need some Composite Deck Accessories. You will need to verify how it is going to be installed, or ask us for advice, before you place your order. While the composite installation is similar to that of softwood or hardwood decks there are a few steps unique to composite products. Due to this reason a number of specialist trims and accessories have been developed to make installs quicker and neater to the eye.
Composite Deck Accessories
Composite deckboards are made primarily from a mix of approximately 60% recycled hardwood fibres and 40% recycled polyethylene. These raw materials are mixed with a bonding agent, colour tint and other additives. An anti-UV agent is added during manufacture and this helps the boards to resist colour fading. However, there will be some fading of colour over time, but this should not detract too much, more of a weathering look that occurs in areas exposed to
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April 15, 2022Posted: April 15, 2022Categories: DeckingRead MoreComposite Deck Design
Your composite deck design will have to take several factors into account to make the deck function the way you want it to. As always there will be some compromises. If your deck sits more than 300mm above ground level you should seek advice from your local planning department regarding possible planning requirements.
Decking location
The location of your composite deck is most important, usually they are positioned as a transition area from indoors to outdoors. If this is the case then the colour of the deck will probably be significant. While talking of colour please be aware that because this is a wood composite board there will be some mild colour fading of the boards. The sub-frame for the decking will have to be considered especially in areas such as stairs and access to indoors. The sub-frame structure options include composite joists, carcassing timber and Plaswood.
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April 13, 2022Posted: April 13, 2022Categories: Garden ProductsRead MoreIn 2020 Forest Garden Products introduced their Better Shed range. Not just better, much better. More timber. Smart sized panels. Easy transport. Stronger build. Better protected. Longer lasting. And a joy to build, behold and enjoy. That is what better really means.
Overlap Dip Treated Sheds
The Overlap Dip Treated Shed range offers great value options with dip treated, straight cut boards that overlap, to allow water to runoff. These sheds are designed to fit into virtually any garden space and bring extra life to any garden.
Overlap Pressure Treated Sheds
The Overlap Pressure Treated Shed range offers new levels of practicality and great value. Made with pressure treated overlap boards, these sheds require less maintnance to extend good garden times for you and your family.
Shiplap Dip Treated Sheds
The Shiplap Dip Treated Shed range has a distinctive and traditional look with
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April 12, 2022Posted: April 12, 2022Categories: DeckingRead MoreMillboard deckboards have always looked in a different league when it comes to aesthetics, but there again they are a top of the range product. With a little extra care on installation they can look even more
Some notes on getting the look with Millboard decking
Because Millboard deck boards are designed to replicate natural products they are manufactured with secondary toning colours. This means there will inevitably be some variance in colour tone within each board and therefore from board to board, this is perfectly normal. The consistency of colour may also vary slightly from batch to batch. It therefore makes sense to order all boards required in the one delivery. If this is not possible then try mixing the batches to blend the colours as much as possible. As with all things constantly exposed to ultra violet light and all weathers, colours will tone slightly in time, this is normal for decking. Upon receipt of your delivery
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April 12, 2022Posted: April 12, 2022Categories: TimberRead MoreConstruction Timber from Southern Timber
Most structural buildings use mainly ex.50mm timber in floors, roof and studwork. At Southern Timber we stock Scandinavian C16/C24 stock, it is all pressure treated and regularised to minimise waste and make construction easier and quicker. Stock lengths run up to 6.0 metres from 47mm x 75mm right through to 47mm x 250mm
19mm and 25mm roofing batten
At Southern Timber we stock timber battens in a variety of sizes and specifications. The grade and size of batten is largely determined by the application. Roofing battens are normally 25 x 50mm but also include 25 x 38mm and 38mm x 50mm. The BS5534 graded battens are vividly coloured and represent our most popular roofing batten. Battens are frequently used with our fibre cement HardiePlank and Western red cedar cladding options
We keep large stocks of 25mm and 38mm Sawn timbers. They are mainly used for cladding and fencing applications
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