Publications

The majority of TDCA publications are free to download – all you have to do is become a registered user. Please register here.

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BSI Standards with 15% discount

The TDCA is an Official Distributor of BSI for BSI standards. You can benefit from a 15% discount on the purchase of any BSI standard acquired through the Association - go to the BSI Standard page

The Timber Decking Handbook

Produced in partnership with Timber Development UK this go-to 52-page resource provides clear, relevant and up to date information for specifiers, buyers and installers of timber decking. Includes guidance on: design and installation, material choice and UK building regulation compliance.

This publication is available as a free download to Registered users. Register / login

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The Timber Cladding Handbook

Produced in partnership with Timber Development UK this go-to 48-page resource provides clear, relevant and up to date information for specifiers, buyers and installers of timber cladding. Includes guidance on: design and installation, material choice and UK building regulation compliance.

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Professional Designers' Manual - printed copy

The Timber Decking Manual is the definitive professional guide for decking designers and builders providing best practice guidance to ensure long lasting performance. It covers both domestic and commercial situations and includes span tables for commonly used species and profile sizes.

Before you buy you can view SAMPLE pages HERE.

£41.50 (UK) / £45.00 (Europe/ROI) / £52.00 (outside Europe)

How to keep your deck looking good

TDCA guidance on how to rejuvenate a timber deck and keep it in tip top condition.

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A Builder's Guide to Timber Decking

An 8 page brochure outlining the key principles of deck design and installation the TDCA way. The information given in this publication is based on those guidelines for installation on domestic properties. Commercial decks require more robust design, materials and construction to deal with the loads placed on them and are not covered by the guidance in this brochure - please refer to the Professional Designers Manual.

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£3.50

TDCA Guide to Hardwood Decking

NEW for Spring 2021. A 12 page 'Builder's Guide' to choosing and using hardwood species to create high performance decks. Outlines key principles of deck design and installation the TDCA way. These guidelines are for installation on domestic properties – for commercial decks please refer to the Professional Designer's Manual.

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£3.50

Planning & Building Regulations: Technical Bulletin TB02

A NEW updated version for November 2021 – guidance on the planning and building control requirements for outdoor deck structures to be built on private houses.