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Decking calculator

Put in the size of your deck to see the boards, joists, bearers, post bases and screws you need, for timber or composite, with typical UK prices. Free, no sign-up.

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Quotes Made Simple works out the materials, adds your labour and markup, and the customer signs on your phone before you leave. Built by a tradesman.

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Questions

How far apart should joists be?

400 mm apart for timber boards, 300 mm for most composite boards.

How many deck screws per m²?

About 35 per m² for timber, using two screws at every joist.

Timber or composite?

Timber is cheaper to buy. Composite costs about twice as much but needs no staining.

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