Composite Decking In Shepparton

Composite Decking Experts

Timber and composite decks built for Goulburn Valley summers - designed, constructed and finished by a Shepparton team with more than twelve years on the tools.

Composite decking gives Shepparton homeowners a low-maintenance alternative to timber, with no oiling and a colour that stays consistent year after year. Made from a blend of recycled wood fibre and plastic, composite boards resist splintering, warping and the greying that our strong inland UV brings on in natural timber. Shepparton Decking builds with quality composite systems, and popular ranges such as Trex, Ekodeck and Modwood are examples of the category rather than any brand we are tied to. We fit composite boards over a properly built sub-frame with correctly spaced joists, to good practice and AS 1684 where it applies. It costs more upfront than timber, and darker boards can get warm underfoot in full summer sun, so we help you weigh it up honestly. Ring 0407 204 572 for a free, itemised on-site quote.

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Composite decking options and colours

Composite decking comes in a wide range of colours and finishes, from warm timber-look browns to cooler greys and near-black tones. Boards are made from recycled wood fibre bound with plastic, and many ranges now feature a protective capped surface for better stain and fade resistance. Popular systems such as Trex, Ekodeck and Modwood give you a sense of the category, though we specify to suit your project rather than any single brand. Lighter colours tend to stay cooler underfoot than dark boards in full Shepparton sun, which is worth weighing up for a north-facing yard. Grooved boards can be fixed with concealed clips for a clean, screw-free surface. We bring samples so you can see the texture and colour before you commit.

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Fitting composite over a sound sub-frame

Composite boards are only as reliable as the frame they sit on, so the structure still has to be built properly. We set stumps or footings to suit the site and deck height, then install bearers and joists at the spacing the composite system calls for, which is often closer than timber requires. Where the deck attaches to the house, the ledger is fixed and flashed correctly to keep water out of the wall. Composite expands and contracts with temperature, so we leave the correct gaps at board ends and edges to allow for that movement in our hot summers. We build to good practice and AS 1684 (Residential Timber-Framed Construction) where it applies, and follow engineer's details on higher decks. Getting the joist spacing right is what keeps a composite deck feeling firm and flat underfoot.

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Why choose us for your composite deck

Steve Smith and the team have spent more than 12 years building decks across Shepparton and the Goulburn Valley, in both timber and composite. You deal with an experienced local, and our own crew carries out the work from sub-frame to final board. We are fully insured with $20 million public liability, and every deck is quoted free and itemised on site. We give you the honest trade-offs of composite, including that it is low-maintenance rather than maintenance-free and that dark boards run warm in summer. Variations are agreed in writing so the quoted price stays clear. We fit composite to the manufacturer's requirements so the boards perform the way they should.

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What composite decking costs

As a guide, a built composite deck in the Shepparton area often falls somewhere around $350 to $600 per square metre, but this is only a starting point. Composite generally costs more upfront than timber because the boards themselves are dearer, though you save on oiling over the years. Your final figure depends on the board range you choose, the deck height and sub-frame, site access, and extras like stairs, screening or a balustrade. Premium capped boards sit at the higher end, while entry-level ranges cost less. The accurate number comes from a free on-site quote, itemised so you can see materials and labour clearly. We never quote a firm price before seeing your site.

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Composite versus timber decking

The choice between composite and timber usually comes down to maintenance against upfront cost and look. Composite skips the oiling, holds its colour and will not splinter, which suits busy households, but it costs more to buy and darker boards can get hot in peak sun. Timber gives you genuine grain and a lower starting price, though it greys and needs regular oiling in our climate. Neither is maintenance-free, and both need a well-built sub-frame to stay flat and solid. If low upkeep matters most to you, composite is often the better fit, while timber wins on natural character and budget. We are happy to price both so you can decide with the full picture.

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The Process

3 Step Process For Your Composite Decking Needs

Free On-Site Quote and Design

It starts with a free visit to your place, because a deck can only be priced accurately once we have seen the ground, the access and where it meets the house. We talk through how you want to use the space, whether that is an alfresco entertainer, a pool surround or a raised deck, and match a material and layout to your budget and how much maintenance you want. We measure up, check for anything that affects the sub-frame or height, and flag early if the deck is likely to need a building permit or engineering. You then receive a fixed, itemised quote for the agreed scope, with no vague per-metre guesses.

Build the Sub-Frame and Lay the Boards

Once you are happy with the quote, we set out and build the structure first, because a deck is only as good as what sits underneath it. That means proper footings or stumps, square and level bearers and joists, a ledger fixed correctly to the house where the deck attaches, and joist spacing suited to your boards. We build to good practice and to AS 1684 where it applies, and follow the engineer's details on higher or more complex decks. With the sub-frame sound, we lay your chosen timber or composite boards, spacing and fixing them correctly for our climate so the deck copes with seasonal movement. Stairs, screening and balustrade go on at this stage too.

Finish, Oil and Clean Up

With the boards down, we complete the finishing that makes a deck last and look the part. For timber that means an initial oil or stain to protect the boards against Shepparton's UV and set you up for easy re-coating down the track, while composite decks get a final detail and clean. We tidy fascia, stair edges and screening so the whole deck reads as one clean piece of work. Before we leave, we clear away offcuts, fixings and debris and hand the space back ready to use. We also talk you through simple upkeep so your deck holds its colour and condition for years.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything you need to know about our Composite Decking In Shepparton

Is composite decking really maintenance-free?

No, composite is low-maintenance rather than maintenance-free, and it is honest to say so. You skip the oiling that timber needs, but the boards still need an occasional wash to clear dirt, pollen and the odd stain. Composite can also fade very slightly over many years, though far less than un-oiled timber greys in our sun. The big saving is your time, not the loss of all upkeep.

Does composite decking get hot in Shepparton summers?

Darker composite boards can get warm, sometimes hot, underfoot in full Goulburn Valley summer sun, much like any dark surface. Lighter colours stay noticeably cooler, so board choice matters if the deck faces north or gets little shade. Adding a pergola or shade over the deck also helps keep the surface comfortable. We will talk through colour and shade so your composite deck is pleasant to use in peak summer.

Is composite worth the extra cost over timber?

It depends on how you value your time and the look you want. Composite costs more upfront but saves you the yearly cleaning and re-oiling that timber needs, which adds up over a deck's life. If you would rather not maintain a deck and like a stable colour, composite often pays off. If you love natural grain and want a lower starting price, timber may suit you better. We price both so you can compare honestly.

Do I need a permit for a composite deck?

The permit rules apply to the deck itself, not the decking material, so a composite deck follows the same requirements as a timber one. Many raised or larger decks in Victoria need a building permit depending on height, size, attachment and any overlays on your block. A registered building surveyor or Greater Shepparton City Council makes the final call. We can advise and help arrange the permit and engineering, but we never guarantee approval.

Will composite boards fade or stain over time?

Quality capped composite resists fading and staining well, though even the best boards can fade a little over many years of strong UV, and stubborn spills should still be cleaned promptly. This is far less noticeable than the greying that hits un-oiled timber in our climate. A simple wash keeps the surface looking fresh. We will show you the range's fade and stain ratings so your expectations match the product.

Which composite brand do you use?

We build with quality composite systems and specify the range to suit your project, budget and colour preference rather than pushing a single brand. Names like Trex, Ekodeck and Modwood are well-known examples of the composite category, not partnerships we are tied to. We are happy to work with a range you have researched or to recommend a suitable option. Either way, we fit it to the manufacturer's requirements so it performs as intended.