{"id":4001,"date":"2023-02-08T11:20:01","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T11:20:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/?p=4001"},"modified":"2023-03-06T09:21:03","modified_gmt":"2023-03-06T09:21:03","slug":"heres-a-question-are-you-laying-your-decking-upside-down","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/savoytimber.com\/help-and-advice\/heres-a-question-are-you-laying-your-decking-upside-down\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s a question: are you laying your decking upside down?"},"content":{"rendered":"

In short \u2013 objectively speaking, there\u2019s really no right or wrong way of laying your decking. However, some people have surprisingly strong opinions of it! You may have seen posts on forums or blogs etc suggesting that if your decking is laid ridge-side up, that you\u2019ve apparently laid it the \u2018wrong\u2019 way round.<\/p>\n

Now if this happens \u2013 don\u2019t panic. It doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s going to fall through or stain weirdly or anything like that, and millions of people lay their decking random ways with no ill effects whatsoever. But if you want to know what the root of the rumour is, we\u2019ve summed it up quickly for you here at Savoy Timber.<\/a><\/strong> We\u2019ve made a name for ourselves supplying great quality doors, decking, worktops, timber decking<\/a><\/strong> and more, so you can trust us to know what we\u2019re talking about!<\/p>\n

What is the \u2018correct\u2019 way to lay decking boards?<\/h2>\n

There isn\u2019t a \u2018correct side\u2019 you need to keep in mind when laying your timber decking boards, it\u2019s really a matter of personal preference. However, if you\u2019re equally happy with either side then it\u2019s worth mentioning that we\u2019d usually advise our customers to install their boards ridge side down, as this enables air to circulate better beneath the boards, which prevents excess moisture and mould build-up. This is the most advisable option when it comes to laying timber decking, as the added circulation increases the lifespan of your decking boards.<\/p>\n

However, to be honest It\u2019s not going to dramatically shorten your decking\u2019s lifespan if you lay your decking boards \u2018upside down\u2019 , and you can still rely on them to last a good few years, especially if you maintain them properly. Besides, you might prefer the smooth aesthetic of \u2018upside down\u2019 decking boards!. Essentially, the choice is yours, but if you are looking to crack on with a decking project in the near future, you might want to consider this\u2026<\/p>\n

Savoy Timber Easy Fit Decking Kit<\/h2>\n

Here at Savoy Timber, we\u2019ve made it our mission to take the hassle out of DIY decking work \u2013 which is why today you can choose from a wide range of Easy Fit Decking kits. These do exactly what they say on the tin \u2013 namely, they make installing your decking really easy. On average, if two people are putting it together, our decking kits can be assembled within approximately half a day. We\u2019ll provide you with all the raw materials, all you\u2019ll need is the following:<\/p>\n