The total rise is a stairway’s overall change in height from the landing pad to the top of the decking. Tools and Materials Needed to Build Deck Stairs Building deck stairs requires multiple tools and materials. Remember, you must gather all the right tools and invest in high-quality ...
How to Build a Deck in 8 Steps This guide will take you through how to build a deck step by step to create a 120 x 93-inch square platform deck. If you want to add extra space or add-ons such as an outdoor fireplace, stairs or a ramp, you can still follow these steps to get...
Once you complete marking off the area, count the number of posts that you need. Create a drawing while considering the height of the posts. The drawing makes it easy for you to know how many decking boards, bearers, and joists you need. When making the complete list of deck building m...
Decking can be 2-by-4 or 2-by-6 lumber or 5/4 boards. Install the first deck board on the house side of the deck, leaving a small gap for expansion. This board will serve as a guide for the next deck boards. Traditionally, deck boards have been installed “bark-side” up to red...
Diagonal decking (changed later to parallel) Decorative rhombus insert in the center The plan makes the design. I know what I want; now I have the fun of figuring out how to build it. As usual the fun begins by checking with the local Building Department and Homeowner’s Association about...
Installing decking Review the installation requirements for TimberTech Advanced PVC or Composite Decking. Keep the decking cool before fastening to minimize gapping and start with the first board using appropriate fasteners. Use either top-down or hidden clip fasteners for field boards, ensuring consiste...
Different circumstances call for different types of decking, such as composite and wood decking. Read More >> Cantilever Decks: What You Need to Know about Framing & Overhang Rules How to Build Deck Steps and Stairs Deck Rail Post Attachment How to Build a Ground Level Deck How to Install...
How to Design & Build an Above-Ground Pool Deck Choosing a decking material is arguably the most important decision you’ll make while building a deck. Different circumstances call for different types of decking, such as composite and wood decking. ...
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We already have the rim boards cut and marked out—marked out at 16 in. on center, which is the maximum spacing for theTrex® deckingwe’re using for residential installations. If we were doing commercial work, we’d be dialing that back to 12 in. on center. ...