Decking design and installation specialist Designer Exteriors has completed its first installation using Outdure Qwickbuild, an innovative aluminium deck framing system now exclusively distributed in the UK by F.H.Brundle – and the results have proved spectacular.
Matt Burgon, owner of the Sheffield-based business and known for his premium composite decking projects, was eager to put the Outdure Qwickbuild system to the test on a high-end residential project that required both decking and paving solutions.
“I first saw Outdure, which has been used in the US for many years, last November, and was excited about the possibility of using it,” explained Matt. “Once we heard F.H. Brundle was bringing it to the UK, it was perfect.”
Matt used the QwickBuild system, which combines lightweight aluminium framing with modular components to enable seamless transitions between decking, paving, and artificial grass – all on a single, low-profile frame.
“The speed and ease of installation was really impressive,” Matt continued. “It’s a well thought-out, engineered system that simplifies installation and offers a lot of flexibility.
“Every piece is straight and stable, and once it’s down, it’s not going anywhere. Unlike timber, it won’t warp, rot, or degrade – you’re building something that’s going to last for decades. From a quality perspective, it's far superior to anything else I’ve used before.”
The project itself involved the removal of an old timber deck and concrete paving, replaced with a sleek new outdoor space using porcelain paving on one section and composite decking on another – all supported by the Outdure frame. Even an aluminium pergola was seamlessly integrated into the system.
“The client wanted a clean, level finish using different surface materials. Outdure made that possible. And because it can support paving and decking on the same structure, the result looks really smart – one surface flows into the next.”
F.H. Brundle, a trusted supplier to the building, fabrication, and construction industries for more than 135 years, is the UK’s sole distributor of Outdure. The company believes this next-generation system is set to redefine outdoor construction for its customers.
“Outdure is more than just a deck frame. Its versatility means it’s a complete outdoor surface solution,” said F.H.Brundle’s Managing Director, Michael Brundle. “It’s not just for residential installations, you can use it in commercial environments, on rooftop terraces (under 11m), balconies, verandas, and walkways. You can also incorporate all kinds of structures on it, from pools and hot tubs, to pergolas and balustrades. The system provides speed, strength, and stability like nothing else on the market.
“We’re thrilled to partner with experienced professionals like Matt at Designer Exteriors, who are using the product to unlock new design possibilities for their clients.”
Matt credits F.H.Brundle’s support as a key factor in the success of the installation.
“We’ve worked with F.H.Brundle for years, mainly for balustrades. The service has always been great, and when we were a few brackets short on this job, they had them on site the next morning. That kind of support makes a huge difference.
“I’d absolutely recommend Outdure Qwickbuild. For anyone who wants to install deck frames that are quicker, stronger, and built to last. Outdure is the way forward.”
