Watch a Softwoods decking kit being installed
Types of Timber
When selecting the timber supplies for your deck, it’s important that you purchase the right type of decking timber for the job. So we stock the most popular and reliable timber range available. Softwoods decking comes in many different species offering variable strength, grain and density.
Pine
Clear treated pine provides the same excellent colour and performance as treated pine decking but without the presence of knots or the greenish hue of CCA treatment that can cause discoloration. It has a density rating of 550, a toughness rating of L and a durability class of 1, with colour variations ranging from pale straw to yellow. It is highly popular and affordable, being one of our best selling decking options. This decking material is known for its exceptional stain-taking ability, sturdiness and durability.
Kapur
Kapur, a hardwood decking board, is imported from Indonesia. It is a DAR board, with slightly rounded corners on all four sides. Kapur boasts a density rating of 750, a toughness rating of M and a durability class of 2, making it suitable for above ground use. It has a WPR colour profile, which typically appears as a light reddish-brown hue with a slight paleness. Kapur is an excellent value decking board that delivers optimal performance, showcasing a beautiful grain pattern and colour.
Ironbark
Ironbark, an Australian Eucalypt hardwood selectively sourced from NSW and QLD, produces highly durable decking boards. These boards are DAR products with a density rating of 1100, a toughness rating of H and a durability class of 1. Their colour profile varies with a WRB rating, with hues typically ranging from light grey, red to dark brown.
Spotted Gum
Spotted Gum is an Australian hardwood selectively harvested from NSW and QLD for its distinct spotted appearance. Spotted Gum decking is DAR finished, offering high durability with a density rating of 1100, a toughness rating of H and a durability class of 1 for above ground use. These boards have a brown colour profile, with variations ranging from light to dark and boast a unique wavy pattern in the timber grain.
Tallow Wood
Tallow Wood is another type of selectively harvested Australian Eucalypt hardwood from South East Queensland. It is also produced as a DAR board, with a density rating of 1000, a toughness rating of M and a durability class of 1. Tallow Wood usually has a light coloured yellow-brown appearance.
Blackbutt
Blackbutt is another selectively harvested Australian Eucalypt hardwood sourced from NSW and QLD. It is produced as a DAR decking board, boasting a density rating of 900, a toughness rating of M and a durability class of 1 for above ground use. This hardwood has a blonde or pale colour profile.
Jarrah
Jarrah is another type of selectively harvested Australian Eucalypt hardwood, sourced from WA, Victoria and the Northern Territory. It is produced as a DAR decking board with a density rating of 800, a toughness rating of L and a durability class of 2. Jarrah decking has a vibrant red/brown colour profile, making it an aesthetically appealing option for a deck.
Merbau
Merbau is an imported hardwood decking option, hailing from Indonesia. This type of decking is available in 90mm and 140mm wide boards and is produced as a DAR board, sometimes featuring a reeded surface on one face. With a density rating of 850, a toughness rating of M and a durability class of 1 for above ground use, Merbau performs exceptionally well. It has a distinct deep red-brown colour profile, although it may exhibit some tannin bleed when first unpacked.
River Red
River Reds are an Australian hardwood Eucalypt variety, selectively harvested from WA, NSW and QLD. They are manufactured as DAR decking boards, with a density rating of 900, a toughness rating of L and a durability class of 2. River Reds come in a diverse range of shades from deep to light red and brown, making them an excellent choice for adding contrast and variation to any deck.
If you’re unsure of the best timber for the job, give us a ring and talk to the experts.
DIY Decking Adelaide — Kit Inclusions
Every required element aside from the concrete can be found in your kit. Decking kits are not cut precisely to size, as this allows you some flexibility in case you come across any issues with the positioning of your posts. We’re just a call or click away and are ready to help you with any step in the construction process.
Your choice of decking timber species
We offer a huge variety of soft and hardwood decking for your project.
All brackets, fixings + fasteners
There’ll be no last-minute run to the hardware store – all bits and pieces are provided.
Plans + elevations for submission to your council or shire
We’ll send you the paperwork you need to submit to have your project approved.
Posts, joists + bearers
These are all cut to size based on your specific project.
Softwoods — DIY Decking Kits Adelaide
Make the most of your space with a great looking deck that’s personalised for your needs. Softwoods decking kits are the ultimate product for the DIY builder. Our kits provide you with everything you need aside from the concrete to build your complete structure. What separates our kits from others is that they are created and priced according to your exact specifications so you will get exactly what you need at the price you are looking for. You can choose any of our huge variety of decking species. If you’re interested in a DIY kit, you can either get in touch at any of our Adelaide stores, email us your dimensions, or use our online design tool to custom design the kit you’re looking for.
Use our web quoting tool to get a price for a decking kit customised to your measurements in minutes. For more information about Softwoods DIY decking Adelaide, or to speak with a real person, contact the Softwoods team. Our consultants are trained to listen to our customers and create designs based on what you tell them, as opposed to building the biggest structure in the space available. They will of course consider the existing design of your home, and offer you a selection of materials and options during the design process ensuring everything is tailored to your requirements so that you’re happy with the finished product. We’re here to turn your ideas into reality.