Even if you have zero deck-building experience, the following six steps will guide you through building a functional and robust deck for your backyard. Why you should consider building your deck Before we show you the best way to build a deck, it’s important to know the benefits of a DI...
How to Build a Planter Box for a Deck Save You can build a DIY deck planter in an afternoon with the right tools and materials as a beginner. Your exact steps will vary depending on the size of the deck planter you construct. Step 1: Calculate the Frame Size Before you purchase your ...
Repeat the procedure twice more to make the deck’s far edge square to both sides. With those two corners square, remove the stakes and relocate them directly underneath the point where the strings intersect. This establishes the outside corners. To verify that the shape is truly square, meas...
You'll also learn the basic steps used to install a durable wheelchair ramp, as well as some things you need to look out for before your ramp is ready for use. There are many wheelchair ramp options. You can build or purchase a ramp -- whatever is best for your specific needs. Conten...
It was the very handrail design shown on the following pages that graced the deck of SONNY, the 70' sloop I was delivering. Not only are these handrails used above deck, they are found throughout the yacht's interior as well, and in a subtle way they visually join the exterior to ...
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Ready? Time to secure the plywood to the frame using deck screws. Place screws every 6-8 inches along the edges and into the crosspieces to ensure a firm attachment. Push with your hand around the connecting areas to confirm sturdiness and overall integrity. ...
Sleeping pads play two very important roles for getting a solid night's sleep in the outdoors: cushioning and insulation. While it might seem like having a comfortable surface to sleep on is a pad's most useful function, its ability to keep you warm throughout the night is often more ...
Once the deck is built, you can almost always build steps up to the deck. This will allow you to trim branches that are high up. Don’t reach for branches that could fall and knock you off the ladder. Step 2: Make a Deck Plan ...
Again similar to trimming the previous cut-lap, this video is for the deck cut-lap. Again optional if you didn't do a cut-lap. If you did a free-lap you still need to sand flush the lap. Step 30: Taping the Rails for the Hot-Coat Finally the board is looking good, we have it...