garden decking
I’m looking for someone to build decking for me in the garden–not a raised deck, but basically flooring over the central area (where I’ve tried without success to grow grass–too much child traffic and too many squirrels). Any recommendations of a carpenters who does this sort of thing? Thanks.
I’m looking for someone to build decking for me in the garden–not a raised deck, but basically flooring over the central area (where I’ve tried without success to grow grass–too much child traffic and too many squirrels). Any recommendations of a carpenters who does this sort of thing? Thanks.
http://www.citybeautifulcarpentry.com
Gary Baum is very talented and has many years
experience with building decks and carpentry projects in Brooklyn.
Steve Rayboy
Urban Exteriors
718-789-7398
347-526-8670
steve@urbanexteriors.biz
very high quality. medium price
Just be aware termites are big time in Brooklyn – Even treated wood will be a likely target. I would suggest using recycled plastic decking as a wood deck could be subject to serious termite damage in only a few years.
hub moore does decks.
He shows some examples on his website
http://www.hub-woodworks.com
his prices are reasonable aswell.
i would recommend ian st. george – he previously worked for a company specializing in high-end roof decks & garden spaces before branching off on his own –
ian st. george
978-877-2353
ianstgeorge@gmail.com
I had a simple deck put into my backyard a couple of years ago. After getting quotes from a few companies, I went with Decks R Us. Despite the cheesy name, they did a great job. They put in a 9 x 16 ft plain deck, without railing or steps, for $1800. This included breaking up and removing the existing concrete, concreting in the supports, building the frame and laying the deck on top. It took one day, with about 6 men doing the work.
They are based in Staten Island and their phone number is 1 800 983 Deck. I expect they have a website too.
Hi,
I have a landscape design company here in Brooklyn and I’m wondering if you have thought about growing a lawn substitute.
There are a number of dense,low growing plants that will tolerate foot traffic, are less bothered by squirrels and are much less maintenance than grass.
Also, I’m not sure what you mean by flooring over the area. Are you thinking to use decking material but put in on the ground instead of raising it? Or are you willing to consider other materials like brick and stone?
-Nicole