How can I avoid a slippery deck?
 Gaps of a minimum 8mm should be provided between each board. This allows water to drain away, and allows the boards to expand when they pick up moisture. Grooves can be cut into the boards to provide extra ‘grip', and proprietary anti-slip inserts can also be provided. The deck must be cleaned regularly to help avoid any algae build-up, or other deposits that may present a slip hazard. You can find some additional information in the case studies section of our website, and in our decking book.
Further information can be found in our Timber Decking Manual, 2nd Edition, a comprehensive guide to the design and specification of timber decking. We also provides a range of services for building designers and product manufacturers to assist with timber cladding queries, as well as training and cpd.
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