BELOW THE SURFACE - IS YOUR DECKING SAFE ?
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BELOW THE SURFACE - IS YOUR DECKING SAFE ?
Sourcing for your next decking project ?
Look for the Mark
One of the services the Timber Decking and Cladding Association ( TDCA ) offers , is to inspect and report on projects that have not lived up to the client ’ s expectations . The organisation has seen some sights in its time but none so bad as this recent raised deck at a mobile home park .
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Some support posts appeared to be floating - unconnected to the uneven ground , there was a haphazard mix of timber joist off-cuts and non-durable plywood was being used as packing material .
A deck should be constructed so that it is structurally sound and free draining . The statutory rules for constructing decks on permanent buildings is covered in UK planning and building regulations . Planning consent is required for decks more than 300mm from the ground and where planning consent is required , so too is compliance with Building Regulations . Technical plans and methods of construction must be submitted and approved by Building Control officers – to ensure the construction will be safe during its service life .
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London Decking Company
Although decks that are added onto holiday caravans and lodges are generally exempt from compliance because they are deemed as ‘ moveable structures ’, we believe this is not a licence to ignore established good building practice – quite the contrary .
Use an accredited installer Whether you are adding a deck to your mobile home , adjoined to your permanent residence or free-standing in your garden , you should ensure it is safe and constructed properly . Thankfully the problem deck in these photos was replaced on TDCA ’ s recommendation .
DeckMark schemes require a full business audit and assessment followed by annual surveillance audits by TDCA .
The Timber Decking & Cladding Association is an independent , not-for-profit technical and advisory trade body . Recognised as the authoritative source of expert opinion in the UK .
Our accredited installers are audited annually by TDCA to ensure best practice workmanship . Look for the DeckMark or CladMark badge when sourcing your next contractor . Equally , these schemes also cover products – from timber components to fixings , coatings and accessories .
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