Description

What structural foundation supports this garden decking?

The 4.8m x 4.8m installation utilises heavy-duty 44mm x 69mm bearers to deliver a rigid structural base for secure, everyday domestic activity. This robust supporting framework elevates the upper 19mm thick pine boards away from the damp earth, promoting essential airflow beneath the timber to defend against stagnant moisture. By pairing these perfectly proportioned 44mm x 69mm bearers with the finishing top layer, the package ensures the completed floor remains completely flat and highly stable. The perfectly square 4.8m x 4.8m dimensions grant huge capacity for oversized patio furnishings, setting up a permanent outdoor hosting environment.

How does the board profile improve everyday exterior safety?

The 19mm thick pine boards integrate a deliberately grooved surface to provide crucial grip that helps resist slipping across the wet timber. These longitudinal channels efficiently redirect surface water off the main walking routes, preventing moisture from pooling following intense rainstorms. Milled to a uniform 120mm width, the pine boards slot closely together to generate a visually balanced footprint that feels exceptionally firm underfoot. Manufactured from properly graded sustainable timber, the top layer is expertly prepared to endure constant footfall without compromising its structural density.

How does the timber preparation defend against natural decay?

This premium exterior structure incorporates pressure-treated timber to actively combat fungal decay and deter wood-boring insects across its lifespan. Crafted completely within the UK, the raw sustainable timber is subjected to an intensive industrial preservation cycle which forces protective chemicals deep into the wood core. This necessary treatment helps resist the damaging impact of constant ground contact and unpredictable UK weather patterns. Because the surface 19mm thick pine boards and the foundational 44mm x 69mm bearers both share this defensive pressure-treated specification, the finished build requires considerably less ongoing maintenance than untreated garden timber.

Features:

Guarantee – 10-year anti-rot

Board Size – 120mm wide

Joists – 44mm x 69mm

Treatment – Pressure-treated (application of preservative and waterproof coat required)

What Can I Use a 4.8m x 4.8m Decking Kit For?

Transform an unloved, sloping area of your garden into a vast alfresco dining space by installing the 4.8m x 4.8m kit over a solid, levelled site. The dense 19mm thick pine boards confidently take the weight of massive outdoor dining tables and masonry barbecues, whilst the textured grooved surface provides sure footing when moving catering supplies from the property.

Construct an independent, clean seating retreat situated away from the main house to form a distinct garden sanctuary. The integrated 44mm x 69mm bearers ensure the decking sits clear of sodden ground, enabling the pressure-treated timber to actively defend against weather elements and remain rigid through the harshest winter months.

About Your Order

The Shire decking is made in the UK with sustainably sourced timber. You get a top-quality wooden decking with a low carbon footprint made from ethically sourced materials. The clean and straightforward design makes it easy to assemble, please note that the fixtures and fittings required are not included as part of your order. The decking has a 10-year anti-rot guarantee and a 12-month manufacturer's warranty to enjoy it for many seasons.

Decking Maintenance

The Decking is made with pressure-treated timbers. The pressure treatment process forces preservatives into the wood under high pressure. It provides effective long-term protection against rot and fungus. Pressure treatment is almost colourless except for a light green tint caused by the copper content in the preservative. Over time, the treatment greys, but this does not affect the quality.

Shire, the manufacturer, advises that you must apply a wood stain, paint or waterproofing topcoat to make the product more water-resistant. The treatment must be carried out immediately after installation. Using the treatment after installation, followed by consistent annual treatment of the garden arbour, will maintain the high-quality finish and is a requirement of the 10-year anti-rot guarantee. A 1-year manufacturer's warranty is included as standard.

To treat the decking, elbec recommends Protek wood treatment. Browse our Protek Royal Exterior Wood Finish Paint range to find the best paint colour to add your personalised finish. In the options section, we’ve included popular colours and a Wood Preserver+ for use underneath your colour choice.

About Shire

Shire is one of the UK's leading manufacturers of garden buildings. It is the proud manufacturer of the most extensive UK timber garden building range, which includes Garden Sheds, Log Cabins, eco homes, Home Offices, Sheds, Workshops, Summerhouses, Playhouses, Arbours, Storage units, and Pet houses.

Their UK production facilities cover 23 acres, including stock holding facilities and an advanced high-speed timber planing mill. There is also a modern, well-equipped joinery production facility and semi-automated production lines. All Shire garden buildings are manufactured in the UK using the finest spruce timber, imported directly, and manufactured using the most up-to-date machines to ensure the best quality and best value for money garden sheds in the UK.

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Delivery

ALL DELIVERIES ARE DELIVERED TO KERBSIDE AND ARE FLAT PACKED READY FOR ASSEMBLY

FREE delivery is offered to the majority of mainland UK postcodes but some areas may incur a surcharge and some postcode areas are not covered at all. Please check your postcode in the ‘Delivery cost checker’ above to confirm availability and any possible surcharges.

Delivery Leadtimes
The estimated delivery lead time for this product is identified on the product page above. Lead times are in working days (Monday - Friday) excludes Bank Holidays. These estimated lead times are provided by the manufacturers and are not guaranteed - due to fluctuation in demand - but are provided in good faith and are representative of delivery at that time. Some remote areas will take a little longer.

Booking Delivery
Shire's dedicated delivery team will reach out to you directly to provide information about your delivery date. The evening before this delivery date you will be sent a text message (where a mobile has been provided) with an estimated delivery window.  This update can only be provided where a mobile number has been supplied on the billing address section at the time of checkout.

Upon Delivery
Delivery is made by Shire the manufacturer. Delivery of this item is typically made by a 17 ton flat-bed (similar size to a council refuse lorry). Delivery is typically between 7am and 7pm. The delivery drivers are only insured to deliver to kerb side or driveway. We would not risk damaging your property whilst delivering a product. Unfortunately we will not be able to go through your property. Deliveries are hand-balled off by the driver.

We would recommend against arranging for a third party to install the building before it's been delivered and checked that all parts are present, as we cannot be held liable for any third-party costs.

Specification

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The 4.8m x 4.8m Shire timber patio decking kit creates an expansive, level ground covering, providing a highly practical solution for homeowners seeking a massive foundation for extensive garden socialising. Machined in the UK utilising sustainable timber, this premium landscaping bundle supplies all required sub-frame sections to construct a solid, elevated exterior floor. Key features include:

• 19mm thick pine boards: Produces a tough, unyielding top level engineered for heavy daily pedestrian use.
• 44mm x 69mm bearers: Assembles into a strong structural grid to lift and reinforce the primary surface.
• Grooved surface: Features vital underfoot friction to help resist slipping during wet British winters.
• Pressure-treated timber: Defends against natural rot and soil moisture to maximise the physical lifespan of the deck.
• 120mm wide boards: Enables an efficient fitting process whilst delivering a symmetrical, traditional aesthetic.