Hardwood and thermo wood decks.
Natural timber, detailed properly.
We build hardwood and thermo wood decks for Dublin homes that want a warm, natural terrace. Timber lasts in Irish weather when it’s spaced, ventilated and fixed correctly, and when it’s oiled when it needs it. We explain the upkeep honestly before you choose.
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Laying a timber deck · Tap to enlarge
What we do.
Start to finish.
- Timber choiceHardwood or thermally modified wood, matched to budget, look and shade.
- FrameVentilated substructure with the right board spacing so the deck dries after rain.
- FixingStainless screws or hidden fixings, pre-drilled to stop splitting.
- FinishOil or leave to silver naturally: your choice, explained up front.
- HandoverCare notes and a reminder of when the first oiling is due.
- 2-year workmanship guaranteeWe put right anything that fails because of how we built it.
- Manufacturer warranties, explainedProduct, warranty and care needs written into your quote.
- Written price before we startNo surprises halfway through the job.
Plain advice.
No upsell.
- Untreated timber turns silver-grey within a season; oiling keeps the colour.
- Thermo wood is stable and light; hardwoods are denser and harder-wearing.
- Timber needs more care than composite. If you want no upkeep, we’ll say so.
Questions people ask.
Plain answers.
How long does a hardwood deck last in Ireland?
With good ventilation, correct fixings and occasional oiling, a hardwood deck lasts many years. Most problems come from poor airflow and trapped water, not the timber itself.
What is thermo wood?
Timber that has been heat-treated to make it more stable and resistant to rot without chemicals. It’s lighter than hardwood and moves less with the weather.
How often should a timber deck be oiled?
Usually once a year, sometimes twice in exposed spots. We tell you what your deck needs at handover.
Timber or composite?
Timber looks and feels natural; composite needs less care. We’ll show both and help you decide.
How much does a timber deck cost?
A treated softwood deck is roughly €80–130 per m² installed. Hardwood and thermo wood cost more depending on the species and board size, so we quote them per job.
Often done
together.
Send us a few photos.
We'll take it from there.
Photos of the garden and your Eircode are enough to start. We usually reply the same working day.