{"id":3757,"date":"2021-11-01T10:28:38","date_gmt":"2021-11-01T10:28:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/?p=3757"},"modified":"2021-12-21T13:41:24","modified_gmt":"2021-12-21T13:41:24","slug":"4-more-cool-things-you-can-do-with-leftover-decking-boards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/4-more-cool-things-you-can-do-with-leftover-decking-boards\/","title":{"rendered":"4 more cool things you can do with leftover decking boards"},"content":{"rendered":"

No matter how meticulously you plan the construction of your deck, it\u2019s not unusual to find that you have several spare timber decking boards<\/a><\/strong> leftover at the end of the project. Although it can be tempting to store these in the shed or the garage over winter, that can easily end up being a waste of a perfectly good building material \u2013 material that\u2019s ideal for carrying out cool DIY projects!<\/p>\n

We\u2019ve previously covered some of the practical projects you can carry out<\/a><\/strong> with your leftover decking boards, but we\u2019re not quite done yet. To get your creative juices flowing and to inspire you to make the most of your leftover timber decking, here we\u2019ve outlined 4 of our favourite cool and creative things you can build.<\/p>\n

1. Bench<\/h2>\n

Extra seating is always welcome in the garden; especially when it\u2019s mobile. With the addition of an extra bench, you\u2019ll have plenty of seating space at BBQs and parties.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need quite a few spare boards for this project, but the end result is stunning. Plus, you don\u2019t need many tools. All you really need is a saw, some wood glue and some wood screws.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll need to start by building the bench frame, which usually has a standard height and width of 16 inches. As soon as you have the frame, you can use another decking board to create the legs and attach these with screws. From here, all you need to do is scatter a few cushions and put your feet up. Cracking.<\/p>\n

2. Cover ups<\/h2>\n

When your deck\u2019s complete, there\u2019s nothing better than sitting back, soaking up the sun and admiring the view. But, if you\u2019re left looking at drainpipes and grates that are clogged with leaves, then you may be left feeling a little uninspired.<\/p>\n

Thankfully, your leftover decking boards are perfect for the job. By boxing in the pipes and grids by essentially extending your deck, you can effectively hide these pies, ensuring that they don\u2019t catch your eye, and that your drains never get clogged. As an added bonus, the cover up will also create a lovely shelf where you can add some plants or rest your drink \u2013 whatever you\u2019re in the mood for.<\/p>\n

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3. Bird house<\/h2>\n

Even if you\u2019re only left with scrap pieces of decking boards, you\u2019ll still have more than enough to make a bird house. After all, if you\u2019re only building a small bird house, then you only really need one decking board, a few leftover decking screws and a hand saw.<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll be honest \u2013 this is a particular favourite of ours here at Savoy Timber! One of the coolest things about this idea is that it\u2019s creative, and you can get the kids involved with the design process. If you like, you can even get them to help you glue and clamp the sawn pieces of wood together and paint the finished version. If they\u2019re budding DIY devotees themselves, it can be a fantastic family project for you all.<\/p>\n

4. Sandpit<\/h2>\n

A garden sandpit is perfect for entertaining the kids. Here, they can build sandcastles, dig holes and enjoy sensory play. With the help of a few decking boards, you can bring the seaside right into your back garden. All you\u2019ll need are leftover decking boards that are cut to size and screwed or nailed together, a few extra boards to create a frame that can be glued together, a membrane and some play sand.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve already used the last of your leftover timber decking or you need a few extra boards to complete your new DIY project, then you\u2019re in exactly the right place \u2013 you\u2019ll find exactly what you\u2019re looking for here at Savoy Timber. We\u2019re proud to stock a wide range of decking kits<\/a><\/strong>, decking boards<\/a><\/strong> and decking fixings and accessories<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Alternatively, if you need a helping hand or advice, you can always pop by any of our stores in Blackpool, Wigan or Preston, where one of our members of staff will be happy to help!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

No matter how meticulously you plan the construction of your deck, it\u2019s not unusual to find that you have several spare timber decking boards leftover at the end of the project. Although it can be tempting to store these in the shed or the garage over winter, that can easily end up being a waste […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":3759,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4,43],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n4 more cool things you can do with leftover decking boards | Savoy Timber<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Take it from us, there are lots of cool things you can do with leftover decking boards. 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