--- title: "Decking & Patios Brighton | Outdoor Living Specialists | Masters Group" description: "Professional decking and patio construction in Brighton & East Sussex. Composite decking, natural stone patios, and outdoor living spaces. 30+ years experience. 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[Request Free Estimate](/contact) [01273 110607](tel:01273110607) 30+ years experience · Hundreds of outdoor spaces completed · Fully insured · Fixed-price quotes 30+ Years Outdoor construction experience Coastal Expertise Built for Brighton weather Fully Insured Comprehensive cover Fixed-Price Quotes No hidden costs ## What Decking & Patio Services Do We Provide? We design and build composite decking, hardwood decking, natural stone patios, porcelain patio areas, and combined outdoor living spaces. Each project is tailored to your property, garden topography, and how you intend to use the space. This service is for homeowners who want to create usable outdoor living areas — whether that means a level entertaining space adjacent to a new extension, a raised deck to manage a sloping garden, or a complete garden transformation with multiple zones and levels. Brighton's coastal location means outdoor surfaces must withstand salt air, driving rain, UV exposure, and freeze-thaw cycles. Material selection is critical — the wrong decking or paving material in a coastal environment deteriorates rapidly and becomes unsafe. Masters Group handles everything from ground preparation and drainage through to construction, lighting, and planting. We coordinate with our extension and kitchen-diner projects to create seamless indoor-outdoor transitions. ### Related Services - [Garage Conversions & Garden Rooms](/services/garage-conversions) - [Design & Build Kitchen Diners](/services/kitchen-diners) - [Retaining Walls](/services/retaining-walls) - [Rendering & Plastering](/services/rendering-plastering) ### Areas We Serve - [Brighton](/areas/brighton) - [Worthing](/areas/worthing) - [Eastbourne](/areas/eastbourne) - [Littlehampton](/areas/littlehampton) ## What Goes Wrong with Poorly Built Decking & Patios? The most common decking failure is inadequate substructure. Joists that are too widely spaced, undersized, or poorly supported create a bouncy, unstable deck that feels unsafe and deteriorates rapidly. Within 2–3 years, poorly supported decking develops visible sagging and structural movement. Drainage failures beneath patios cause long-term damage to both the patio and adjacent structures. Water that cannot drain away from the house accumulates against foundations, causing damp penetration and, in severe cases, structural damage. Every patio must fall away from the building at a minimum gradient of 1:80. Cheap timber decking in coastal environments rots within 5–7 years regardless of treatment. Brighton homeowners who chose budget softwood decking consistently replace it with composite within a decade — spending significantly more over the lifetime than if they had specified composite from the start. Patios laid on inadequate sub-base move, crack, and become uneven. In Brighton's clay soils, a patio without sufficient compacted sub-base depth will heave and settle with seasonal moisture changes, creating trip hazards and an unsightly surface. Our Process ## How We Deliver Every Project 1 ### Design Consultation We assess your garden, discuss your vision, and propose layout options considering sun direction, access, views, and integration with your home. 2 ### Material Selection Guided selection of decking boards, paving materials, edging, and drainage solutions — balancing aesthetics, durability, and budget. 3 ### Ground Preparation Excavation, sub-base construction, compaction, and drainage installation. Membrane placement to suppress weed growth. 4 ### Construction Substructure installation, decking or paving laying, edging, and steps. All built to precise levels with proper falls for drainage. 5 ### Finishing Lighting installation, planting integration, sealing (where applicable), and final cleaning. 6 ### Handover Walk-through of completed space, maintenance guidance, and guarantee documentation. ## Why This Matters for Your Project ### Coastal-Grade Materials We specify composite decking and natural stone rated for coastal exposure — no premature rotting, fading, or deterioration. ### Extends Living Space A well-designed outdoor space adds a functional room to your home for 6+ months of the year in Brighton's mild climate. ### Low Maintenance Composite decking requires no annual treatment — just occasional cleaning. Natural stone patios need minimal upkeep for decades. ### Increased Property Value Professional outdoor spaces add measurable value to Brighton properties, particularly when integrated with extensions or kitchen-diners. ### Proper Drainage Every surface is constructed with correct falls and drainage — protecting your home's foundations and eliminating standing water. ### Fixed-Price Certainty Your quote covers everything. No surprise charges for ground conditions, drainage, or materials. Project Gallery ## Recent Decking & Patio Construction Service Projects ![Composite decking terrace with glass balustrade in Brighton garden](/assets/landscaping-1-y2Oiwjdh.jpg) ![Natural stone patio with step lighting and planting in East Sussex](/assets/landscaping-2-B5TwB8eY.jpg) ![Multi-level decking and patio area with retaining walls](/assets/landscaping-3-uuUkxpuS.jpg) ![Indian sandstone patio with raised planting beds and turfed lawn](/assets/landscaping-4-Cfs1lhVh.jpg) ![Timber decking with integrated seating area and garden room](/assets/landscaping-5-DmuC2e_W.jpg) ![Block paving driveway and stone patio by Masters Group](/assets/landscaping-6-OWMQAWN7.jpg) ## Decking & Patios: Materials, Specifications & Construction Detail Composite decking boards are manufactured from a blend of wood fibres and high-density polyethylene (HDPE). Premium brands (Millboard, Trex, Eva-Last) offer exceptional resistance to moisture, UV, staining, and scratching. Board profiles are typically 25–32mm thick and 140–200mm wide, with concealed fixing systems for a clean, screw-free surface. The substructure beneath composite decking uses aluminium or treated softwood joists at maximum 400mm centres (reduced to 300mm for diagonal laying patterns). Aluminium joists are increasingly specified in Brighton due to their superior resistance to moisture and zero risk of rot — eliminating the most common structural failure point. Natural stone paving options include Indian sandstone (the most popular choice in Brighton), granite, slate, limestone, and York stone. Each has different characteristics: sandstone offers warm tones and good grip; granite provides exceptional durability; limestone gives a contemporary appearance but requires sealing in exposed locations. Porcelain paving has become increasingly popular for its consistent appearance, extremely low porosity (typically <0.5% water absorption), and resistance to staining, frost, and algae growth. It is laid on a full mortar bed or proprietary pedestal system, depending on the application. Sub-base construction for patios follows a standard build-up: minimum 100mm compacted Type 1 MOT sub-base on firm ground (increased to 150–200mm on clay), 30–40mm sharp sand or mortar screed, then paving laid to falls. In areas with poor drainage, a land drain is installed at the low point and connected to the surface water drainage system. Decking and patio costs in Brighton range from £80–£150 per square metre for composite decking (complete with substructure), £60–£120 per square metre for natural stone patios, and £80–£140 per square metre for porcelain paving. These prices include ground preparation, materials, and installation. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How much does decking cost in Brighton? ### How much does a patio cost in Brighton? ### How long does decking or a patio take to build? ### Does decking need planning permission? ### Is composite decking better than timber in Brighton? ### Can you integrate decking with my new extension? ### What areas do you cover? ![Professional construction project — Masters Group building contractors](/assets/cta-bg-CbvIn_eS.jpg) ## Ready to Transform Your Outdoor Space? Get a free, no-obligation estimate for your decking or patio project. Coastal-grade materials, expert construction, and fixed-price delivery. 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