Construction of a wooden bridge is a wonderful way to improve your home and garden. Wood is a natural product, which is much more flexible and easier to work than most other materials. You can build virtually any shape, size or style you want from a simple ground floor deck, in a wide raised split-level design, with ramps and stairs.



As in any garden design, you need to prepare your deck area very carefully decide what function it serves, what you want to it, what do you want to cover and, especially, if you want to enclose an area of the home or be placed in another part of the garden.

It is possible to construct simple bridge you grade. You can buy kits bridge, which are designed with the person at the DIY spirit. These kits are fairly easy to install and can be installed in one weekend. They come complete with fitting instructions, screws, bolts and the opportunity to purchase a variety of add-ons such as pergolas, bridges, ramps, etc. complex structures are best left to a professional, who will also be the design the whole thing for you to your specifications. There are many other accessories to complement and enhance your deck, such as hot tubs and spas, lighting, water, built in seats, blinds, heating, furniture, planters, railings and steps.

Standard components and decks are available from DIY stores and timber merchants and in softwood and hardwood. The most popular choice seems to be the wood, which was pressure treated with a preservative to prevent rotting. Hardwood decking boards do not require pressure treatment.

Deck boards usually come in widths of 75mm to 150mm, wider, but the boards are quicker to install. Grooved boards are also available, offering better traction in wet conditions. Color Tips can be purchased according to your colors in the garden, or you can paint yourself.

Before you begin building your deck, you need to work on the size and site of the first orientation. You will then need to make sure your site is well prepared, otherwise unsightly weeds start to grow over time, spoiling the effect:

1. Mark the area with wooden pegs and rope.

2. Clear all weeds, grass and other debris from the site and compact the soil, leaving a gentle slope towards the outer edge of the deck for drainage.

3. Place a membrane to remove the weeds, and then cover with gravel.

4. You are ready to start building your image. You need to work on the finished level of the bridge and build accordingly - remember that the key to a good deck area is a good solid framework.

5. Decide how the final decking boards are going to run and build the main joists of the image in the opposite direction. The framework can be built directly on the patio or can be built with pillars.

6. It is best to screw all boards in place to ensure a good solid finish, which will last many years.

7. A reasonable gap must be left between each board to allow drainage and expansion.

8. Strengthen the basic framework with cross membranes for added strength.

9. You can paint your terrasses whatever color you want, or simply enjoy its natural finish.

Once your deck is complete, you will need to take certain steps to ensure that it stays looking good. Keep deck areas clean by regular brushing - a stiff brush to remove mold and algae. Sometimes it's good idea to use a pressure hose for a more thorough cleaning. The pots should be raised to allow adequate air circulation and avoid an accumulation of mold. Ensuring the proper use of quality materials and ensure that your deck is well constructed and maintained, you should get many years of enjoyment out of it.