Because the ledger board is so crucial to creating a structurally sound deck, you must ensure that the ledger board is positioned properly and securely attached to the house. Therefore, here is a step-by-step guide to help you correctly install the ledger board for your new deck: ...
Often the most difficult part of building a deck is attaching the deck to the house. Most homes have a poured concrete foundation making it tricky to attach the ledger board. The ledger board is the board that will take the weight of the deck frame and decking. Attaching it to a poured...
Flashing deck ledger boards properly is one of the most important details for new decks. Read this article to learn how to flash deck ledger boards includes diagrams
To site the beams, pull a level string from the top of the house ledger board to the posts. To fasten the beams, you can cut the posts and place them on top or, if you want to use the posts to support railings, leave them tall and attach the beam to the sides. Next, fasten t...
If this deck had been mounted with a ledger board, it’s not going to shift away from the house. But because we’re not connected to the house, we need to brace it so it doesn’t move in this direction, in and out. So we’re just going to take some diagonal braces, nail them...
Do not attach a ledger board to brick or stone veneer exteriors. In these cases, you will want to build a free-standing deck frame. Save Mark below the door casing 1. Carefully determine the height for the ledger—which will also be the height for all the joist framing. The top of th...
Gather your ideas up, and then begin to sketch out your plan. The more thought you do before you pick up the hammer and saw, the less work you make for yourself. Here’s my plan: One-level deck Connected to the house – ledger board is already installed ...
Deck Board Spacing Guide: How to Properly Space & Stagger Deck Boards Spacing between deck boards provides several critical functions, such as drainage & drying. Learn how to space and… Deck Framing How to Build a Multi-Level Deck Multi-level decks are very popular. Learn how to build a ...
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To get R38, attach a 2”x6” to the underside of each existing rafter. Predrill the rafters to prevent splitting. Use hangers or a ledger board to support the ends at the walls. There is now enough space for spay, batt, or rigid insulation to be installed – or a combination. Ventil...