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Flooring & Decking

Quality floors indoors and decking made to enjoy outdoors. Whether it's solid timber underfoot or a deck to make the most of the garden, Paul lays it level, solid and beautifully finished.

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What's involved

Solid underfoot, indoors and out

Floors and decks get used every single day, so it really matters that they're built right. Paul prepares the base properly, sets everything dead level, and finishes it all neatly at the edges and thresholds, whether that's engineered oak in the lounge or a hardwood deck stepping out into the garden. Done well, they look wonderful and last for years.

What we lay
  • Solid & engineered wood floors
    Timber floors laid level and finished cleanly at the edges.
  • Laminate & LVT
    Hard-wearing, great-looking floors fitted to a crisp finish.
  • Subfloor preparation
    Levelling, ply and battening so the floor sits right.
  • Timber decking
    Hardwood and softwood decks built on a solid, ventilated frame.
  • Composite decking
    Low-maintenance boards for a deck that stays looking good.
  • Frames, posts & substructure
    Properly supported, drained and built to take the load.
  • Steps, balustrades & edging
    Safe, neat detailing that finishes the deck off.
  • Skirting & thresholds
    Clean transitions between rooms and surfaces.
Recent work

Floors & decks we've laid

Raised deck substructure
Solid oak floor in a heritage building
Oak floor and bespoke staircase
Raised deck substructure
Good to know

Flooring & decking questions, answered

The questions Paul hears most about floors and decks. Anything else at all, do just ask.

Yes. Proper subfloor preparation, including levelling, ply and battening, is part of the job, so the finished floor sits lovely and flat and feels solid underfoot.

Both timber, in hardwood and softwood, and low-maintenance composite. Paul will happily talk through the look, lifespan and upkeep of each, so you can choose what suits you best.

Most domestic decks take a few days to a week or so, depending on the size, height and groundwork. Paul confirms timings when he quotes.

Composite needs very little, while timber benefits from occasional cleaning and treating. Paul builds with proper drainage and ventilation so it lasts beautifully either way.

Yes. The flooring, skirting and thresholds are all finished to tie in neatly with your adjoining rooms.

It depends on the material and the area. After measuring up, Paul gives you a clear, itemised quote.

Kind words

Trusted by local homeowners

★★★★★
Review

I cannot fault the service or work that Paul and Harry have done. They are considerate, conscientious, hard working and they really care about the work they do.

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James Cooper
Torbay
★★★★★
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Paul did an absolutely phenomenal job on our loft conversion, working with us from the design process to best utilise the space and completing everything from constructing the spiral staircase, boarding floors, insulating and fitting windows.

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Catrin Eira Peake
Torquay
★★★★★
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Paul and Harry give a full professional experience, when working on any project. When fitting our new kitchen he helped with those extra details that are often forgotten, and they are easy to work with.

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Brian
Newton Abbot

Got a project in mind, big or small?

Tell Paul what you're thinking and he'll get back to you personally. It's free, there's no obligation and absolutely no pressure. Just honest, friendly advice from a local builder who genuinely wants to help.