The right deck can turn a bland, boring home into a beautiful and exciting one. Decks provide an escape from the confinement of a house to the wide-open outdoors while still offering the comforts and safety we’ve come to expect. Attend a party, gather with family, or even eat a meal out on a deck and you’ll understand the freedom and enjoyment that comes with owning one.

Softwood Decking

Pressure-treated lumber is the most common type of decking material and is typically made from pine. Benefits of choosing this type of wood include:

  • Lower Cost. This type of material is less expensive to manufacturer, thus lowering the total cost of construction.  What this means for you is a high-quality deck at a lower price.  You can even use the money you save to buy deck accessories.
  • Protection.  Compared to untreated wood, pressure-treated lumber is better protected from rotting, fungus, and bug infestation.  This will save your deck in the long run and ensure that you won’t have to replace or repair it any time soon.
  • More Traditional.  Wood decks have a more classic look and feel to them.  They complement older or more traditional-looking homes as well.  If you want a more modern look, stains are available which can update the overall aesthetic of the deck.

Composite Decking

Composite decks emulate the appearance of actual wood while minimizing the downsides.  Vinyl decks have numerous benefits, including:

  • Increased Durability. Composite decks are made from a synthetic material that is capable of withstanding more wear and tear than traditional wood.  It is also more resistant to weather and isn’t subject to rotting.
  • Increased Longevity. A Composite deck will typically last longer than a wood deck. Its increased durability and limited need for consistent upkeep increase its lifespan as compared to wood decks.
  • No Painting or Staining.  Composite decks come pre-colored, so there is no need to apply a stain or paint.  This saves you time and money, now and in the future.
  • Safe for Children and Pets.  No need to worry about splinters with this decking material, vinyl will not break apart like wood.  Let your kids and pets roam free without anxiety.

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Balau Hardwood Decking

Yellow Balau is a very durable hardwood and is regularly used for deck building in the UK. It is one of the most popular species of hardwood decking. Its warm colour tones vary from golden brown to warm red. Yellow Balau will sit beautifully within a rustic or contemporary environment.

Ipe Hardwood Decking

One of the hardest woods/decking boards available, Ipe is the ultimate choice for decking due to its tremendous strength and density.
Due to its hardness and natural ability to resist decay, Ipe will provide many years of service.

If you’re looking to add a deck to your home to enhance its elegance and enable you to appreciate your home more, contact GW Landscape and Design today. We are a full-service company that offers deck design and deck construction services to ensure that you have a high quality, stunning deck for your home.

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B s

19:19 04 Mar 26

Amazing professional service! Very polite and professional. Can’t recommend enough!

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Dusan Luka

20:52 26 Feb 26

Where to start? From start to finish by far the best experience I’ve had with a contractor. Gilroy and Gary did a great job building our shed base, patio, pavement and composite decking. No job or request was too big for them. Always punctual and worked hard no matter the weather (mid February, so wet and cold). Will definitely use in the future and would recommend to anyone looking for reliable hard working people.

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13:58 05 Oct 25

Gilroy and his team were brilliant from start to finish. Listening to our ideas and bringing them to life. Our garden turned out exactly how we wanted it. They were extremely professional; turning up on time and keeping to schedule. Importantly for London, they were also thoughtful towards our neighbours, making sure no disruption was caused. I highly recommend them.

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Philippa Kape

16:18 24 Sep 25

I am really pleased with the back garden works with the fencing and brickwork it is so much better and nicer to be in the garden now and it’s been a huge step towards refurbishing it. Thanks again Philippa

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18:14 05 Sep 25

Evening Natasha I am smiling like a Cheshire Cat at the moment.
Let me start with thanking you and your amazing husband for all the patience, hard work and understanding,
The professionalism of the team is amazing considerate and going over and beyond my expectations.
It has been a pleasure listening and planning with the team who has given me options this has been valuable. .
I would highly recommend the business and throughout my neighbours have commented and one evening thinking of getting your team in.
On behalf on my family and I thank you all for providing and excellent customer service and experience and hopefully next year when the weather is better I look forward to welcoming you all.
Love respect and almighty thank you
Sandra
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Jon Coutts

09:16 14 Aug 25

Natasha and Gilroy run a competent family business. Very responsive and punctual. Finished the job (installing a garden fence) to a high standard. Will be hiring them again if needed.

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Christina de Buchet

08:33 26 Jul 25

Gilroy and his team have helped me transform my garden into the beautiful sanctuary that I have always wanted! It has been a journey of almost 18 months during which I changed my mind endless times, but not only did we get there in the end, but the result far exceeds my expectations. Gilroy and Natasha were incredibly understanding and patient all throughout the process, even to the point of refunding me my deposit when I pulled out of a scheduled project. Gilroy’s attention to detail is equal to mine, which is saying a lot. Nothing is too much trouble and Gilroy stands by his work.

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Diane van Dulken

20:31 22 Jul 25

Wonderful experience with GW Landscape and Design. Gilroy managed the project really smoothly and Raphael did an excellent job — reliable, tidy, and very efficient. He replaced a section of our rotten decking subframe and got it sorted in no time. The whole team was great to work with. Highly recommend!

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Laura Phillips

10:07 01 Jul 25

We are sooo happy with our new garden, I honestly cannot thank these people enough. Exceeded all of our expectations with the results. Gilroy and his team were incredible and a real pleasure to have here. A big shout out to Natasha who was amazing dealing with. Communication was always excellent and she was lovely to speak to and kept me up to date throughout the process. Thank you guys again, we now have another living area to enjoy with our family 😊

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Carley Wood

09:06 17 May 25

Absolutely over the moon with the fence, fantastic service from the moment I asked for a quote to job completed. Gilroy and his team were great, left the garden clean and tidy. Highly recommend.

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Simeon Dore

08:50 28 Sep 24

I used the services of Gilroy and his team this summer for a full garden renovation. My garden is 130ft long so it was a large project. From the first meeting Gilroy put me at ease, sharing ideas, listening to my vision and helped to create it. I had a hard deadline for a large party which he understood. Gilroy worked late into the evenings and even came on weekends to ensure the project was finished on time.
My new garden is amazing. A real social space and I couldn’t have created it without Gilroy and his team. I’ve already recommended him to several people and will gladly recommend him to others.

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Tania Chisnall

12:17 10 Aug 24

So pleased we had Gilroy replace our old decking. It has made a huge difference to our garden. Gilroy made my hazy vision come to life and delivered what I wanted. Time keeping was faultless. Tasha was fantastic at keeping my updated. Clean workmen and amazing workman ship. My only gripe is not getting my lawn done at the same time but that’s in the horizon. Recommend all day long. Clean, respectful, amazing communication and great work. Exactly what you want when paying for a service.

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Lewis Adams

13:51 22 Jan 23

Gilroy and his team were fantastic from start to finish! They helped explain all of the different options available and we’re very reachable throughout the project.

They were always very clean and punctual, and their craftsmanship was 5 stars. Highly recommend if you want high quality work at a reasonable price, especially in London.