Browse Forums Renovation + Home Improvement 1 Jun 16, 2021 9:38 pm Hi all I’m building a house and I want to do timber decking in the alfresco and portico. Do I need to concrete first ? I know it will keep moisture out from underneath. What would be the life expectancy on hardwood if I wasn’t to lay concrete first ? Fair amount of concrete just for it to be covered up Re: Decking and concrete 2Jun 17, 2021 8:05 am Jimb084 Do I need to concrete first ?…What would be the life expectancy on hardwood if I wasn’t to lay concrete first ? You don’t need to concrete under the decking, but you do need to keep the decking off the ground, which you would do with some form of footing. If you are concerned about longevity, you might consider composite products. Re: Decking and concrete 3Jun 17, 2021 2:34 pm arcadelt Jimb084 Do I need to concrete first ?…What would be the life expectancy on hardwood if I wasn’t to lay concrete first ? You don’t need to concrete under the decking, but you do need to keep the decking off the ground, which you would do with some form of footing. If you are concerned about longevity, you might consider composite products. great advice Architectural Homes & Duplexes - specialising in custom designing homes to your budget Get a Free Onsite Consultation Today or send a PM for information, questions or advice. Re: Decking and concrete 4Jun 17, 2021 5:05 pm arcadelt Jimb084 Do I need to concrete first ?…What would be the life expectancy on hardwood if I wasn’t to lay concrete first ? You don’t need to concrete under the decking, but you do need to keep the decking off the ground, which you would do with some form of footing. If you are concerned about longevity, you might consider composite products. Awesome advice thank you ! Hi, as per the subject. Does anyone have any recommendations for the best value decking oil (Bunning is close to where I live) for a treated pine deck? Thanks 0 10970 Use a product like Equisol's Vitalise to clean the deck then coat with a penetrating timber oil. It will look 10 years younger and add value to your home. Visit for… 1 15767 |