The finest deck foundation is made out of a series of piers, or concrete-filled tube forms, one under each deck post. Each pier’s bottom should be supported by four pillars “crushed stone or washed gravel Keep in mind that the top of this gravel or stone should still be below Read more…
Before building anything, lay out the site accurately so that you know exactly where the deck will be located. Start by installing the ledger and marking the joist locations on it. Then install batter boards—layout devices that are designed to hold the mason’s strings—at the approximate corners of the deck. Read more…
Good planning can make any job turn out better. Here are 10 ways to keep ahead of the problems. 1. Start with a site inspection. For most houses, the best spot for a deck is along the back wall next to the kitchen door. This provides easy access to the Read more…
There are almost as many different decks as there are different houses. Most feature one of three basic designs. Flat Decks A flat deck is the easiest type of deck to build. Because it’s built close to the ground, it doesn’t require railings and stairs, which makes the job even Read more…