The wider plank size offered by Millboard gives the boards a more plank-like appearance. Millboard can be installed with smaller gaps required between decking boards. The finish of Millboard decking is an authentic, non-reflective matt finish which gives a stronger wood appearance.

Millboard Decking is not a wood-plastic, or WPC, decking board. It has different properties which make it more likely to keep its positioning and shape with less contraction and expansion than WPC decking. This gives the installers confidence in strong mitre joints in the corners which won’t contract over time.

The Pergola decking and frame was to be inset, with the decking level with the ground. This creates a frame environment which has high humidity and low air circulation. The best solution for this environment is a non-wood frame for complete rot resistance. The clients selected Millboard Plaspro Composite Decking Joists and Posts.

The final touch was the installation of a Louvered Aluminium Pergola to give the area some shade as needed throughout the day, with the option of making it waterproof.

In the end we have a very straightforward 3mt x 3mt beautiful decking area which requires almost no maintenance beyond sweeping up.

The second section of decking, set with a new hardwood bench, was slightly smaller and creates another Feature Sitting Area of the garden in a 3mt x 2.5mt space.

Oilcanfinish Outdoor Living are Millboard Approved Installers. We install Millboard Decking, Cladding, PlasPro Composite Decking Frames, and Duospan Aluminium Decking Frames.

Explore the Millboard Range here at https://millboard.co.uk/

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The client had previously had paving installed on the patio and steps and the Umbrella had been cemented in, however the Umbrella stand was not deep enough into the ground and the wind shifted the base, damaging the paving.

6mt x 6mt Large Umbrella Concrete Base

We removed all of the paving, and dig out a 1mt x 1mt x 75cm deep square. We attached a post extension to the Umbrella, and concreted in the Post Extension, leaving a tunnel for the electrical cabling which powered the built in Umbrella heaters and lighting. This concrete cube was reinforced with Reinforcing Steel Mesh to ensure it doesn’t crack over time.

Millboard Composite Decking Frame and Millboard Duolift Risers

Then we had to level the area, add MOT and compact it down where needed, and then build our Decking subframe. 

To match the lip of the new bi-fold doors we needed a low profile solution, which also would not rot. We went with Millboard 50×50 Composite Joists set into Millboard Duolift Riser system. This system is completely rot proof. For the steps we used Millboard 50×125 Composite Joists with Spax 8x100mm Washer Head Screws recessed into the composite joists to allow for flush fixing on Fascia Boards.

Trex Enhance Naturals Decking Boards in Calm Water

For the Decking, the client wanted a dark grey, easy to clean and maintain, and scratch resistant. We recommended Trex Enhance Naturals in Calm Water installed with hidden Trex Clips to minimise visible screw heads for a contemporary finish.

The client now has an easy to clean and maintain area with no worries about joist rot as well as Decking which comes with a 25 year guarantee. 

A guarantee which matches nicely with his Jacksons Fencing 25 year guarantee which we installed a few years ago.

This job was a bit outside our standard coverage area, however for the right project we are willing to travel. Get in touch using the form below if you require our premium services outside of the Surrey region for your installation.

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Preparation

When we arrived they had already removed the old Decking and Tree Surgeons had been in with a stump Grinder, however we knew extensive materials removal and levelling was required. There was an electrical cable buried under the old Decking and Concrete Footings under the fence which prevented the Tree Surgeons from removing the entire stump and root system. We did get these out entirely the old fashioned way, Shovel, Axe, and Bow Saw.

The electrician had arrived before us to run the 2 electrical sockets to the 2 outside corners of the decking area.

Decking Frame Installation & Bearers

We installed 3 rows of Bearers to take the bulk of the weight of the new Decking Frame. The frame was built with Jacksons Fencing 50x150mm Heavy Duty Joists which come with a 25 year guarantee. We also Taped these joists with Trex Protect Joist Tape to prevent water damage on the top of the joists.

Trex Composite Decking Installation: Trex Enhance Basics in Clam Shell

The decking selected was Trex Clam Shell to closely match their Anthracite Exterior Doors, Windows, and the Pergola. This Decking comes with a 25 Year Limited Warranty. We used Trex Hidden Fasteners to avoid having any rough edges to catch your feet on and we installed matching Trex Clam Shell Fascias for a consistent appearance.

The original brief was to retain the 4-5 rows of timber Decking in front of the Summerhouse doors, however we decided to replace them instead for a consistent appearance. It would also be very difficult to replace them in the future without damaging either the new Trex Decking or the Summerhouse itself.

Aluminium Louvered Pergola Installation

The Pergola is a beautiful addition as it comes with a Louvered roof which can be opened and closed, as well as roller blinds down 3 sides to provide various configurations or privacy, sunlight control, and waterproofing the area underneath. The louvers each have their own drains which feed down to the outside of the Pergola and then the rainwater runs down the inside of the posts. 

The clients already had their furniture, BBQ, Lanterns, and most importantly VW Freestanding Bar ready to go for their children’s party on the weekend.

The whole project finishes with a barefoot friendly, child-friendly deck, which required no staining or oiling, and can be cleaned with a sponge mop and a garden hose, all underscored by Trex and Jacksons 25 year guarantees.

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The Fencing and Decking was all to have a 25 year guarantee so they wouldn’t have to worry about maintenance and replacement costs in the garden as their next step was to redo their ground floor inside the house.

We installed Jacksons Fencing Featherboard Fence Panels and a Jacksons Pergola to Frame the space and to Hang Lights and Plants from. These comes with Jacksons Fencing Jakcure 25 Year Service Life Guarantee.

We installed Trex Enhance Basics Decking in Clam Shell with Trex Hidden Fixings, and used Jacksons Fencing Deck Joists finished with Trex Protect Joist Tape. The decking also comes with Trex 25 Year Limited Warranty.

We are a Jacksons Fencing Approved Installer and TrexPro Approved Installer. We very carefully choose which materials go into our projects. Our Decking Frame materials cost more than if we used Builders Merchant pressure treated timber, however the cost of taking apart a deck after 10-12 years because the deck frame failed, and then replacing it, then rebuilding the deck and paying for the rotten deck frame waste removal, is far more expensive. 

Try to plan as far in advance as possible and you will save thousands of pounds doing things professionally the first time.

Get in touch on our Contact Us Form or via email to enquiry@oilcanfinish.com to schedule a meeting and site visit to begin your Oilcanfinish Outdoor Living journey. 

Visit https://uk.trex.com/ to explore their Decking options and https://www.jacksons-fencing.co.uk/ for their Fencing and Pergolas.

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