On a Bonogin acreage property, several deck boards had gone soft underfoot and were starting to break down from the weather.
A number of boards had advanced rot, but the structure underneath was still sound, so there was no need to rebuild the deck. I removed the rotten boards, laid new matching timber, and upgraded the fixings where they needed it.
I then sanded and prepared the new sections to match the rest of the deck, keeping the board spacing consistent. The result is a safe, solid deck that blends in with the old boards, without the cost of replacing the whole thing.
How I replace rotten deck boards
- Check the joists underneath before replacing any boards.
- Remove only the boards that are soft or split.
- Fit matching timber with new stainless or galvanised screws.
- Keep the gaps even so water drains away.
- Sand and prepare the new boards so they blend in.
Need something similar done in Bonogin? I’m Dan, a licensed tradesman and former builder with 35+ years in the building industry, and I do every job myself. See my handyman services in Bonogin, or get a free quote. You can also call Sue on 0435 207 771.
