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That may have come across more dickish than intended.
This job is done massively on the cheap (timber from Wickes as it was on offer, no major ground levelling as I'd have to pay for material removal, labour done solely by myself).
Ultimately, it's a proof of concept. Do I want a flat, more usable space for working on my bikes, eating outdoors, not walking on wet grass/mud.
If it lasts, great, bonus! If not, I've spent £500 and a couple of days of my time to know whether or not I want to spend 3 or 4 times that to have it done by somebody who knows what they're doing with materials that cost a lot more.
DIY, right? If I can give it a go myself, why not?
stevo_com-
I didn't think for a second that you were being a dick. I have seen, condemned and rebuilt far worse carpentry than yours. But, if you pass a skip with slabs in it, pretty please at least put them on the corners, it would be a waste of your time and effort to see your decking slump gently into the ground when the weather gets moist and a fat bloke stands on the edge.
Colin_the_Bald
Sorry, but you're going to have problems with your decking. The supports should be 4" posts concreted 2' into the ground. At very least, jack it up and replace the bricks with 18" slabs to spread the load. Also, get some weedproof permeable membrane and put it under the entire deck or you'll have grass growing up through the gaps. If you would like any free advice, send me a PM with your number and I'll give you a bell. PS: I build deckings for a living....