We're always saying that you can do all sorts of wonderful things with DeckPlus composite decking, and here's a fantastic example.

This customer used our EasyClean ReversaDek decking boards to create a very stylish outdoor banquette (pictured above). This sturdy bench has a curved design that's very smooth and very modern - we think it looks fantastic!

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We've got a great little decking project to share with you today. A local homeowner wanted to get more use out of their garden, and they decided that our low-maintenance deck boards would help them to achieve this.

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Ideal for barbeques, family occasions or drinks with friends, a well-designed decking area can be the perfect place for all manner of social gatherings when the weather is good.

That being said, no outdoor gathering is complete without a decent place to sit and finding garden furniture that matches your decking can be an arduous task.

Luckily, you’ll be pleased to hear that there’s already a built-in solution ready-made for such a scenario…quite literally built-in to your chosen decking.

So, let the flooring take a backseat as the seating takes the floor in this guide to deck benches from DeckPlus.

What Is a Deck Bench?

Matching the colour, style and personality of your decking is a big ask and finding furniture that ticks one or two of those criteria isn’t as easy as you may initially think.

If that sounds like a familiar problem, why not by-pass that coordinatory issue with a deck bench?

A deck bench is essentially a seating area made from the same material as your deck flooring, seamlessly integrating seats into your decking design.

Whether it’s a deliberate feature of your outdoor space or a last-minute addition as a result of surplus materials, a deck bench can make for a fantastic seating solution for your garden deck.

Avoid the painstaking process of accessorising your decking design with third-party seating options and make the process simple by keeping it in the family with a deck bench made from the very same material.

Why Choose a Deck Bench?

In terms of aesthetics, the fluid blend of materials, tones and design make deck benches the perfect solution to outdoor seating conundrums, providing unrivaled continuity.

Better still, if you did wish to exercise your creative muscles a little further, you can always inject additional colour by simply adding bright garden cushions to your deck bench for personality.

Best of all, there’s a myriad of designs you can explore when it comes to creating a deck bench in your garden space, from border benches to corner seats and anything in between.

Hidden Features

In addition to being a great way of saving money on outdoor furniture for your decking area, a deck bench can also be a great space saver as well.

With a little designer flair and foresight, a deck bench can easily double up as a storage chest for your outdoor accessories, providing concealed storage for a tidier outdoor living space.

For more information and ideas on how to integrate a deck bench into your outdoor decking design, why not speak with one of our decking specialists today? Call now on 0800 028 8756. Alternatively, browse our full range of composite decking and order directly through our site! You could have your new garden bench built in no time. 

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At DeckPlus, we understand that every home is different, complete with its own individual features and quirks. Naturally, your garden should be the same, reflecting your own personality and character.

If you’re keen to put your own personal stamp on your garden design, you’ve come to the right place. Create a unique garden space that’s exclusive to your tastes with these top tips for garden deck designs.

Touch of Colour

Over the years, multiple things have been crowned “king” by their industry, from cash to content. In the decking business, we’re proclaiming that colour is king – so long live the king!

A splash of colour can have a hugely regenerative effect on your outdoor space. It also has the ability to turn a standard decking area into statement focal point of your garden.

What’s more, each colour and shade has its own individual personality too, capable of altering the tone and ambience of the space instantly.

Grey is ideal for a modern aesthetic that’s uber-cool, while bright oranges present a bolder, more in your face vibe. Meanwhile, dark woods are perfect for giving your deck an air of sophistication.

At DeckPlus, we offer a wide variety of colours throughout our various product ranges. Why not mix and match by incorporating multiple colours into your design to really make your space unique.

Pattern Pending

Once you’ve settled on the colour (or colours) you would like for your garden deck design, now is your chance to really expand your horizons and colour outside the lines.

There’s no hard and fast rule that says that decking patterns need to flow from east to west or north to south, so throw the compass out the window and prepare to take your garden deck design to unchartered territory.

From transition boards and picture framing to herringbone patterns and chevron styles, the scope for deck patterns goes far beyond simple lines and stripes.

For more ideas on deck patterns, check out our blog dedicated to just that by clicking here to find out more.

Shape Shifting

Following on from the last section, it’s time to really think outside the box and what better way to do that by getting rid of the box entirely?

Decking areas commonly fall within a designated square or rectangular area. One sure-fire way to make your outside space really stand out is to create a decked area that’s shaped completely differently from the outset.

Hexagonal and octagonal decks have become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly when used for the purpose of separating levels and zoning (more on that below).

Even if you have a quadrilateral space to work with, you can still mix things up by incorporate cut-out areas within the deck itself.

This allows you to create a weaving S-shaped deck path that’s totally unlike the standard block deck we’ve become accustomed to. Dedicate these cut-outs to flower beds for the ultimate mix of colour and style.

Level-Headed

Another great way to instantly turn a bland decking area into something special is to take your garden decking design to another level…quite literally!

Incorporating steps into your design can be a fantastic way to not only create a deck that looks visually stunning, but it can also allow you to really make the most of the space you have available.

Levelling is also a great way to split your decking into zones; for example, you could use the lower area for dining and the upper partition for general lounging and socialising.

Creating a raised deck is also the perfect way to transition from one space to another and can seamlessly blend your deck area with a lawn or patio with effortless ease and style.

Raise your game with a deck that performs on every level!

Accessorise All Areas

Like any form of interior or exterior design, the finishing touches can make all the difference and the choices you make for your decking have the ability to make or break your outside space.

Luckily, decking lends itself well to any number of optional extras and creature comforts, from plant pots and garden furniture to fire pits and hot tubs.

Perhaps one of the easiest and most natural ways to incorporate a functional accessory into your decking design is to blend your deck into a bench of the same material.

DeckPlus boards can be easily modified to create a built-in bench that not only matches your deck to the grain but also retains all the hardwearing properties of composite material.

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When opting for a decking area in your outdoor space, it’s easy to fall into the mindset of linear patterns and uniform design.

The tried and tested route of cascading deck boards, flowing straight from left to right or stretching from top to bottom is one that has reigned supreme for decades and is as timeless as the decking itself.

However, to overlook the potential for creativity is like going into a cocktail bar and ordering a pint of Carling.

With that in mind, it’s time to shed the blinkers, expand the horizons and breathe some life into your outdoor space with deck patterns that are designed with wow factor built-in.

Unusual Deck Patterns

Outside of laying your decking in a traditional vertical, horizontal or diagonal orientation, there are a whole host of styles you can create by combining a combination of the three.

Here are a few creative deck patterns you can easily create using some simple techniques and design blends.

Transition Board

Combining horizontal decking with one or two vertical boards in the centre at strategic points throughout the deck can be a fantastically easy way to mix up your design.

This can be particularly effective if you opt to use a contrasting colour for your transition boards; e.g. opting for light Teak boards to break up an overall Walnut design.

Picture Framing

As the label suggests, picture framing adds a border to your decking for a custom look that adds a sense of confinement to your design.

This is a great way of definitively separating your deck from another area of your garden making it ideal for zoning and multi-purpose outdoor spaces.

The alternating rib width of our EvoDek range is perfect for this, providing notable directional change and design distinction, as well as the option for bi-colour blending.

Herringbone

Named for its likeness to the skeletal structure of a fish, the herringbone deck pattern is essentially a combination of two mirror-image diagonal boards.

The result of this is an arrowhead pattern that gives a unique aesthetic as well as an element of direction to your deck design.

Chevron

Very similar to the herringbone design, chevron decking also follows a V-shaped pattern, providing an aesthetically pleasing directional design.

However, the main difference between the two is that, while the herringbone boards overlap end-on-end, the chevron boards meet with ends flush.

The chevron design is perfect for combining two different colours, while it can be further customised with a transition board to open up a world of creative design options.

Hopefully, this blog has helped open your eyes to a new realm of possibilities for deck patterns in your garden, but it’s important to remember that we’ve only scratched the surface in this blog.

With a bit of flair and an eye for creativity, there’s a whole world of variations to explore when it comes to your deck design.

For more deck pattern ideas, head over to our deck inspiration page now for more unique concepts and unusual designs.

Want to get started and create a stunning deck pattern in your garden? Browse our composite decking and order directly through our website today! We'll deliver everything you need to start your garden transformation. 

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