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Wooden decking cost Netherlands 2026 — price per m² to install timber deck
Current overview of wooden decking costs in the Netherlands 2026. What does a timber deck cost per m², which wood type to choose, and when do you need a permit? With cost tables and practical tips.
Quick answer
Wooden decking costs in the Netherlands in 2026 typically range from € 60 to € 180 per m² including materials and installation. For a 20 m² deck, expect to pay € 1,200–€ 3,600 depending on the wood type and foundation.
Timber deck costs by wood type
1. Material costs (decking boards only)
| Wood type | Price per m² (materials) | |---|---| | Pine / spruce (pressure-treated) | € 15–€ 25/m² | | Douglas fir (untreated) | € 20–€ 35/m² | | Thermowood (heat-modified) | € 35–€ 60/m² | | Bangkirai (hardwood) | € 45–€ 75/m² | | Teak or Iroko (FSC hardwood) | € 60–€ 100/m² | | Composite (wood-look, maintenance-free) | € 50–€ 90/m² |
2. Total price including installation (materials + labour)
| Deck type | Total price per m² (incl. VAT) | |---|---| | Pine deck on foundation | € 60–€ 90/m² | | Douglas fir deck on foundation | € 75–€ 110/m² | | Bangkirai deck on foundation | € 110–€ 150/m² | | Composite deck on foundation | € 120–€ 180/m² | | Surcharge for raised foundation (posts) | + € 20–€ 40/m² |
3. Additional costs
| Item | Cost | |---|---| | Foundation (concrete pads or joists) | € 15–€ 35/m² | | Railing (per linear metre) | € 80–€ 250/m | | Steps (access) | € 300–€ 800/unit | | Drainage | € 150–€ 400 | | Oil / stain (first coat) | € 8–€ 15/m² |
When is a permit required?
A timber deck is usually permit-free in the Netherlands, but check these exceptions:
- Height > 0.5 m above ground level: classified as a structure; permit may be required
- Front garden or roadside: permit required in most municipalities
- Listed buildings (monumenten): always requires a permit
- Protected townscapes: an omgevingsvergunning may be needed
- Zoning plan restrictions: check via omgevingsloket.nl
> When in doubt, always check via the Omgevingsloket or ask your architect.
Tips for a durable timber deck
- Choose FSC-certified hardwood — more sustainable than uncertified tropical timber
- Ensure good ventilation under the deck — prevents rot
- Oil or stain annually (pine/Douglas) — or choose composite for maintenance-free performance
- Design the drainage into the project — no standing water under the deck
- Ask for a fixed price per m² including the foundation — time-and-materials can escalate quickly
Conclusion
Wooden decking costs in the Netherlands range from € 60–€ 180/m² including installation, depending on wood type. For a deck project as part of a broader garden renovation or home extension, a clear project brief helps keep costs in check.
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