Garden decking in Upton upon Severn, suited to small riverside town gardens and plots with Malvern Hills views, with frames that cope with damp and changing levels.
Upton upon Severn is a small, attractive riverside town, with the Malvern Hills on the horizon. Its gardens tend to be compact and often slightly hemmed in, and many are within reach of the river, which means damp ground and the occasional wet winter.
A deck can make a small garden more useful. We build timber decking in Upton and the surrounding area, and for a town like this we are especially careful with proportions, so the structure adds to the garden rather than taking it over.
In a compact Upton garden, a modest deck can feel like adding a room. We might suggest a platform just outside the door, large enough for a bistro set, with planters along the edge to soften it. If the garden has a view of the hills, positioning the deck to catch it is worth the effort. Privacy is often a concern, so slatted screens or climbing plants can be part of the design. Choosing between a single plain surface and a layout with a border or inset needs thought, and we show options at the visit.
Near the Severn, the ground can hold water for long periods, so the frame is designed to let air move freely and keep timber clear of wet soil. We use free-draining material under the structure and set the footings on firm ground. Where the back door is high above the lawn, a raised deck solves the drop, but it needs well-made steps and a handrail. Some gardens here are cut into slopes or have retaining walls, so we check how the deck meets them and leave gaps for air and drainage.
Algae and moss are the usual complaints in damp places. Brush regularly, keep leaves from collecting, and treat the surface when it begins to fade. Lift pots on feet so water cannot pool beneath them. After wet spells, look at the underside for soft timber. If only some boards have worn out, replacing them is a sensible step. When joists feel soft or posts have started to rot, replacement is wiser, and we can propose a design that improves airflow and drainage so the new deck outlasts the old.
We cover Upton upon Severn and the surrounding countryside, including Malvern, Tewkesbury and Pershore. The town is small and many properties are older, with narrow access and little room to store materials, so we plan deliveries and working space carefully. Some gardens lie close enough to the river that flood information is worth checking, as it can affect the sensible height of a deck. Get in touch with a short description of your garden, and we will arrange a free visit to look at it properly.
We also take on garden decking work in nearby Malvern, Tewkesbury, Pershore.
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Usually. A compact platform by the door can provide a dry, level place for a table and chairs. We mark out the shape on site so you can see how much garden remains.
It can, if your garden is low or prone to wet ground. We plan for drainage, ventilation and sensible height, and discuss any flood concerns with you openly before agreeing a design.
Yes. We usually leave a neat edge between the two, with a board or border to stop soil washing onto the timber. We also keep the deck slightly above the grass line.
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