Deck Design and Building Series of Articles
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Posted by Kelly Smith Nov 15, 2008 |
- Deck Design Fundamentals - Building a backyard deck is an easy DIY project when the right planning goes into it. Design the deck, research building codes and zoning, and sketch the deck design.
- Deck Design and Framing Concepts - Part 2 of the deck building series, Deck Design and Framing Concepts focuses on deck construction, using pressure treated wood, and framing the deck understructure.
- Deck Lumber Sizes & Spacing - When making a deck design, plan the deck understructure. Consider ledger boards, floor joists, beam spans, concrete post settings, max post height, and deck load area.
- Deck Design Post Hole Layout - This article is Part 4 of the deck design and building series. It explains laying out post hole locations and the ledger board: the same methods used by deck contractors.
- Deck Building - Setting the Posts - The fifth in a series of deck building articles covers installing the ledger board, digging footings, setting the posts in fast setting concrete and leveling.
- Deck Building - Beams and Joists - Next in importance after deck design is the understructure - posts, beams, joists, and ledger boards. Learn how to build a sturdy one. No need to hire a contractor!
- Trex and Hardwood Decking Material - Options for decking material include Trex, Ipe, Redwood, Mahogany, Teak and pressure treated lumber. The choice is determined by durability, price, and green building.
- Installing Composite and Wood Decking - Trex composite and wood decking may be installed with clips, deck screws or nails in several patterns. The most popular are plain, diagonal, or picture frame.
- Wood Deck Refinishing - To get ready for summer activities, you need to protect your investment by refinishing your backyard deck or your pool deck. Heres how.