Merbau decking
The Melbourne default for good reason. Dense, hard wearing and stable underfoot. We pre oil boards on all four faces before laying so the ends do not drink water and split.
Exterior carpentry · Melbourne
Decking Melbourne built to last
We design and build timber and composite decks right across Melbourne, from a small courtyard platform to a multi level deck with built in seating, steps and screening.
- ✓ Merbau, hardwood & composite
- ✓ Engineered substructures
- ✓ Permit advice included
- ✓ Free written quotes
Decking
Deck builders who get the details right
A deck is only as good as what sits under it. We build on properly spaced bearers and joists, set the fall away from your house and use fixings rated for the exposure. That is the difference between a deck that still looks square in ten years and one that cups and lifts after two summers.
Australian hardwood
Blackbutt, spotted gum and ironbark for a deck with real depth of colour. Higher cost, longer life and a natural bushfire rating that matters on some sites.
Composite decking
No oiling, no splinters, no annual maintenance. Worth considering for pool surrounds, rentals and anyone who wants to build it once and forget about it.
Repairs and restoration
Replacing rotted boards, re fixing a bouncing substructure, sanding back a grey deck and bringing the colour back. Often far cheaper than a rebuild.
What goes into your deck
- Site measure, levels and a scale plan before anything is ordered
- Treated pine or steel substructure sized to span and load
- Stumps, footings and bearer spacing to AS 1684
- Concealed or countersunk stainless fixings depending on the finish
- Fascia, steps, handrails and balustrade where the drop requires it
- Two coats of decking oil or a factory finish on composite
- Advice on whether your build needs a building permit
Want a price for your place? Send us the details or call 0402 272 997.
How it works
Four simple steps from idea to done
- Step 01
Free quote
Call or message us. We visit, listen to what you want and provide a clear written quote at no cost.
- Step 02
Design & plan
We confirm materials, timeline and any council requirements before a single tool comes out.
- Step 03
Build
Qualified carpenters do the work, keep the site tidy and update you as the job progresses.
- Step 04
Clean handover
We walk you through the finished work and leave your home clean and ready to enjoy.
Why Lonibuild
Trade you can trust
At Lonibuild, customer satisfaction comes first. We bring your ideas to life with high quality materials, reputable suppliers and a standard of work that is consistently helpful, friendly and professional.
Qualified & experienced
Every job is carried out by qualified, experienced carpenters who take real pride in their workmanship.
Honest, transparent pricing
Free, no obligation written quotes and clear communication from the first call to the final clean up.
Quality materials only
We use premium timbers and reputable Melbourne suppliers including Merbau, blackbutt and hardwood.
On time, on budget
We respect your home and your schedule, finishing what we start to a consistently high standard.
Service areas
Decking across all of Melbourne
We are based in North Melbourne and take on work right across Melbourne. These are the suburbs we are in most often, but wherever you are in the metro area we would love to help.
- North Melbourne
- West Melbourne
- Kensington
- Flemington
- Parkville
- Carlton
- Carlton North
- Fitzroy
- Fitzroy North
- Brunswick
- Brunswick East
- Coburg
- Northcote
- Thornbury
- Ascot Vale
- Essendon
- Moonee Ponds
- Docklands
- Melbourne CBD
Do not see your suburb? We work across all of Melbourne. Get in touch and chances are we cover your area.
FAQ
Decking questions, answered
How much does decking cost in Melbourne?
Cost comes down to size, the height off the ground, the timber you choose and whether stairs or balustrade are needed. A ground level Merbau deck sits at the affordable end. A raised hardwood deck with balustrade and lighting sits well above it. We quote in writing after a site visit so you see the real number, not a per square metre guess.
Do I need a building permit for a deck?
Generally a deck under 800mm above natural ground level and not attached to the house does not need a permit in Victoria, but overlays, easements and heritage controls change that. We check your situation at the quote stage and tell you honestly if you need approval before we start.
Merbau or composite, which should I pick?
Merbau costs less up front and looks warmer, but it needs oiling every year or two and it leaches tannin for the first few months. Composite costs more to buy and almost nothing to own. If you enjoy the maintenance ritual, go timber. If you do not, go composite.
How long does a deck take to build?
A straightforward ground level deck usually takes three to five days on site. Raised decks with footings, stairs and balustrade run one to two weeks. Council approval, if needed, sits outside that and adds several weeks.
Can you build over concrete or an existing slab?
Yes. We fix a low profile subframe to the slab or use adjustable pedestals to get the fall right. It is a common approach for courtyards and balconies where height is tight.
Get in touch
Let us talk about your decking
Tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a clear, no obligation quote.
- 0402 272 997
- [email protected]
- Servicing Melbourne and all inner suburbs
- Mon to Fri 8:00am to 6:00pm
- ABN 63 548 040 578