I noticed this too. Check with a tree specialist about the appropriate amount of space to leave so as not to strangle it. And be prepared to open up further as years go by and the tree grows.
I bought a house with a tree through the deck in 2007. The tree grew so much in 15 years it started filling the hole completely and started pushing up the middle of the deck. It started with 2 feet of space between the deck and the tree. Now I got to replace most of the deck.
Personally, I would've put some wire mesh or trellis boards below the edge before putting the deck boards down, so the puppers don't lose their ball under there.
Looking like it is all going to plan. "Easy does it ". The bankment to the side of the bridge looks it needs to be cleared up more. So you can see the bridge more clearly. But that you can do at another time. ( They say: Rome wasn't built in one day. Let's take it one step at a time, Baby steps). Regards and thank you for another awesome video.
Don’t listen to most of these folk I laid my boards grooves side up and they have been down 11 years this year and they still haven’t rotted. Solid as a rock it also gives better grip with the grooves up that way so I say you did it well and I reckon it will still be there in 11 years like mine as long as you seal it every couple of years
Good to hear, thanks 😊. Once the cabins finished we’ll get it all sealed and treated along with the decking, I want to be using it for many, many years to come!
I love how you've gone around the tree, but also concerned that you've inadvertently blocked off its water catchment area. Time will tell but if it starts looking sickly you may need to consider setting up a watering system.
The deck is a great place to do yoga (particularly the 'downward dog" pose) - Buddie will agree! Haha. Snuggles for Winston - caught ya' Gil taking time out for that! Sweet. Super cutting of wood to surround the tree - deck looks fabulous. Buddie says, "Wake me when the stairs are done."
For a short time. That "tread" is not tread, they are drip lines. Drip line decking timber was invented to inhibit the collection of water between decking, posts and joists, extending the lifetime of the whole structure. The ventilation between decking, posts and joists allows the timbers to dry out faster and not retain water. Most people do not know how this timber is supposed to be used, even most contractors are ignorant. Flipping the timber upside down because the "treads" are "pretty" shortens the life time of the deck because it encourages moisture to remain rather than drain and evaporate, also the "treads" encourage the buildup of moss and mould.
Did you know that the UK is one of the very few countries that lays the decking with the grooves upwards,the majority of countries lay it grooves down for better air flow between the joists and the board,it also avoids the water sitting in the groove and easier to maintain,another enjoyable video guys
"lays the decking with the grooves upwards" -- Is there logical reasoning behind that? Collects dirt, holds water... I can't think of a valid reason to do so.
It drives me nuts seeing the decking put on upside-down, the grooves go underneath for airflow, to stop the wood from warping up and let's water drip away easily.
I am an American, from Ohio, I have never seen decking boards with those grooves. I have watched other RU-vid channels and noticed differences in pressure treated from different regions, so maybe it's my region. I have also used/purchased decking in North Carolina, Virginia, and South Carolina, and not seen those grooves either.
This type of decking is also available in New Zealand, and can be used both ways, for grip when walking on the deck, I used to work in a hardware store so so.d a lot for this reason, I believe it is available in Australia as well, best regards from Australia
Looks great, I don't know why people are saying the boards are upside down, I've seen the Rich Brothers and Charlie Dimmock install decking like this, and most importantly, Winston and Buddy supervised and obviously approved 👍
I guess you can lay them both way if you like but we followed the Wickes video where they lay them grooves up. And anyway, if it’s wrong I’ll blame the supervisors 😆 🐶 🐕
The grooves go down not up, to allow for the board and joists to dry out better, mininising surface contact that traps water and causes rot. Aldo a quarter inch or so gap between boards for the same reason, drainage and air flow to prevent rot.
Things are really moving along, and looking nice. The interesting part is just starting. I have been thinking that with your dog's high play drive you may want to look into the automatic dog ball launcher. I am excited to see what your design is for the cabin. Keep up the great work and thanks for thaking us along.
Thank you! 😊 it’s coming along nicely now. Believe it or not we have got an automatic ball launcher but no matter how hard we try we just can’t get Winston to drop the ball in, he’s just too daft 😆
Is there any progress being done on the main station? It's good that the wood is wet and swollen. When it dries out next summer you may have larger gaps between your boards. Just beware of cupping. 😎😎👑👑
You need to get your sweet dogs one of those BALL THROWING MACHINES. No idea what they cost or the proper name for them. The dog is trained to drop the ball into the machine and then it throws the ball out for the dog to chase. They run on batteries I think.
I had one of these. It ran on batteries or a wall plug and cost about €160. Our dog was so scared of it that she wouldn't even come in the garden anymore. I tried to demonstrate it to her. However, it proved futile. Had to return it.
One of the joys in life is throwing balls for the dogs to bring back, why get a machine to do it? It is a great interaction between owner and dog, and the dog gets your attention and love.
The point of having a dog is to pay attention to them. Their lives are so short. Why get a machine to do what you could take a second out of your time to do for them? If you can’t give them the complete love and attention you shouldn’t have a dog.
I'm late to the party. Things look great! In the USA we'd use yellow pine (longleaf pine, southern pine) that was treated against insects. What wood are you using?
I put a deck down 12 yrs ago, similar size but laid the boards diagonally. Still the same area of wood. Glad i did it that way looks better i think than bog standard lay out. Hope you get a good air flow as it helps it last longer.
I can visualize you all sitting in deck chairs enjoying a nice summer evening with some form of libation and a platter of nachos, and no place you need to be! I like your deck so much I'd be tempted to skip the cabin and just use the deck as an extended patio. Great build Gill! You both worked like troopers. Don't forget to apply a good wood protector against the weather.
Wondering about footings for the cabin? Is it just going to sit on the deck? I live in a float house in BC, Canada (ex Derbyshire girl!). Here, you would build the cabin with good footings, then put the deck around after. This also saves on decking. Just a thought, but ut looks great. You are doing a good job.
Hi guys, thst deck is looking great, well done to you both, glad to see the dogs were supervising, and the girl were inside studying, best regards from a Kiwi living in Australia, Les
That was a lot of work. Couple of points if i may. If we are being picky the boards are upside down. The way you've got them they will catch lichen over time and get slippy and finally.I hope you found Winston's ball coz if you havn't he will "do yer nut in" till he gets another. Good work now the fun begins. Excited to see how you are going to build a cabin. 😂
That's a huge deck, looks much larger now that it's finished. The narrow walk way from front to back, could be a tad wider, unless it looks this narrow from the camera angle. It's very nice!
The platforms either side are decent width for a path so hopefully they’ll be fine. I have to say I was really surprised at how big it looks now it’s laid. I’ll need a few barrels of decking oil for that!
You’ve laid the deck boards upside down, the grooves are supposed to be underneath to help the wood dry out, grooves on the top trap moisture causing rot and moisture so moss grows on them making them slippery
What if it's grooved both sides? anyway I have seen many a decking with the grooves sunny side up for grip as long as the wood is treated and then kept clean it shouldn't be a problem!
Looks great! I'm late to the party about the "give the tree room to grow" , and "why are the grooves in the decking facing up" comments. I don't recall seeing decking with grooves at all here in the U.S. That includes pressure treated lumber and manufactured wood decking materials. But you live where it rains a lot, and it makes sense the grooves would keep you from slipping. Unless the whole deck is completely level, I assume the water would flow out the ends. Your dogs are definitely part of the family...and want to make sure you don't forget it.. :)
Any wood that’s sitting on the ground or directly cemented in concrete WILL rot fast. There are metal brackets you can use to elevate the corners of the building and the main beams holding it up. You did a good job on the steps.
Great work Guys did not the timber supplier tell you about the way to install the deck timbers the grooves go face down so it can wick water out of a large surface area {also mean less grieves to hold dirt} the top with it flat surface allows for painting to coat even over surface be it deck oil or paint
A few people have mentioned this. We just followed the instructional video from the supplier (Wickes) and they lay it grooves up. I guess I’ll be using a lot of deck oil and doing a load of sweeping!
Would've left the square or rounded it around tree and filled it in with nice rocks or top it up with soil and mini herb garden or small flowers...couple of ideas for you when tree grows and lifts the timber....
It will eventually be a little pub in the garden. Yes we have been in a bit of limbo with the station waiting on builders and funds but will be back on it in a week or so.
All the outbuildings are going to be incorporated into the house when done. The cabin will be a little garden pub, for now it will give us some much needed space in the winter months
Yeah absolutely, we’ve just put them there to see the width, now we’re haply with the spacing we’ll get two more to make sure it’s strong enough to take Buddy’s weight!
There is space all the way around the tree and the boards can be taken up and trimmed if needed. My measuring wasn’t that accurate to get it too close anyway 😂
Looks great, I know alot of the comments are saying put the boards the other way, I did the same thing when I did my decking around my pond and it turned out great. Talking of ponds have you thought of doing a natural swimming pond/pool... Whatever ver your decision I'm sure it will be great 😊
Also want to add, I don't space fresh decking, when it drys out you end up with a nice space. When spaced and dry the opportunity is there for a big enough gap for stuff to get underneath forever! Good work though. Ei high heels on women are a disaster if the gap gets too big.
Paw prints? Well, you did build this deck for the dogs, right? I'm sure they'll share it with you. Did Winston find his ball, or will you have to dismantle the deck to retrieve it? BTW, it looks great!
Why did you lay the decking reeded face up. Doing so encourages moss to grow in the groves . In NewZealand where reeded decking was developed it was designed to minimise rot between the joists and the decking
A few people have mentioned this. I didn’t realise it could go down the other way, we just followed the Wickes instructional video. I guess I’ll just have to be very busy with the 🧹!
@@theoldstationrenovation Or use 30 seconds mould remover if you have that in the UK. Mind you our decking in Australia is narrower at 90mm and the reeding is closer together. Still have to admire the work you and your partner are doing. Hi from Tasmania
Yes, good job but you put boards too close to the tree it will grow still but the boards will not. Open it up a bit more and build seating around it you have the space, let it grow :)
Would just like to ask when you will be doing work again on the old station? I have lost interest due to putting all your effort into a deck and cabin and want to know when the channel will go back to what it was originally about so I know when to start watching again.
