Hi, I am Scott Paul, a leading exterior restoration contractor and business owner with over 30 years of experience in exterior deck brightening and prep. My wood brightening tips are based on my history as a wood and deck restoration contractor and actual hands-on testing. See here for more ...
We now have all the walls up 100% for the huge first floor, but I still have to do a couple more headers for windows and doors so I need more lumber. Plus I need three more 2x12x16 for the joists above for what should eventually be a second floor. I'm anxious to finish the gar...
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If this is you, here’s what to do during your investor deck. The first thing you should know about your investor deck is that you shouldn’t be too hard on yourself if it doesn’t go well. After all, you’re pitching to someone who probably knows more than you do about the indust...
VIPlumber, lookouts arethe framing members(usually 2x4 flat) that are spaced 4'o.c. from the fascia to the ridge to support the gable overhang plywood, barge rafter/trim and rake trim board. What is a roof overhang called? What Is aSoffit? Your roof by necessity, will often times ext...
In some cases, you might need to get a permit in order to build the kind of deck that you want, but this is rare.Then, you need to select your materials. Right now, there are a wide variety of great materials on the market. Some of them – such as composite lumber and fiber ...
Gazebos and other outdoor structures rest on foundations or footings that support framing lumber and distribute structural loads to the ground. Because local building codes often set foundation size and type requirements for outdoor structures, check with building authorities or a contractor prior to ...
to make sure I have a good support for all that weight. Just the lumber alone weighs a shitload, and when there are people and snow loads it will be even more. I don't want this deck to warp over the years. This friggin' deck needs to last until I am an old geezer gods damn ...
Make sure your budget is balanced, realistic, and comprehensive. If you’re over budget on paper, you’ll almost certainly go over budget as the project progresses. Make concessions now, reducing the size of the room or deck, going with a budget-friendly fixture, or doing more of the work...
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