Decking guide

Plan a deck material list

Estimate boards, fasteners and delivery before the job starts.

Step 1

Measure the project area

Start with the finished length, width and height, then add allowance for joins, cuts, damaged lengths and site changes. Keep delivery access in mind if the project uses long boards.

  • Record finished dimensions
  • Confirm product lengths
  • Add waste allowance
Step 2

Build the material list

Group boards with clips, screws, fascia, joists, brackets and finishing pieces. A professional order should read like a job checklist, not only a list of boards.

  • Main boards
  • Fixings and accessories
  • Finishing pieces
Step 3

Plan pickup or delivery

Before checkout, check whether the order can be collected, needs flatbed delivery, or should go to trade review. Long lengths and heavy mixed loads should be confirmed before the job date.

  • Hallam pickup
  • Melbourne metro delivery
  • Trade quote review

MATERIAL LIST

Keep the buying list together

Primary materialDecking boards and fasciaCalculated from area
FixingsClips, screws and connector packsAdd per system
FinishingTrims and visible end piecesConfirm before checkout
FulfilmentPickup, parcel, flatbed or crane truckReview by location