Deck

Is it normal for a deck to have a slight slope away from the house?

I finally finished the pressure-treated pine extension on my back porch last weekend, but now I’m second-guessing every...

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posted by CobaltWalker

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Finally wrapped up the new steps for Mom’s house

Spent the last two weeks chipping away at replacing the old rot on my mom’s place. It’s a 75-year-old house and you can...

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posted by Dan_Pike_1957

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Just finished the multi-level deck project — a massive upgrade from those old stairs

We finally wrapped up the backyard project this weekend and honestly, the relief is huge. It started as just a tiny set...

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posted by SageDusk

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How I finally solved drainage issues on a multi-level deck — steps that actually worked

Expanding a deck from a basic rectangle to a multi-level setup is a massive undertaking, especially when dealing with t...

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posted by storm_walker_1978

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Is it normal for deck screws to shear after just one season?

I’m honestly at a loss here because I thought I did my homework on materials before building my deck last summer. I wen...

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posted by Ben_Flint_1984

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Finally finished the upper deck framing and it’s a game changer

I spent the last three weeks trying to bridge the gap between my main patio and the upper bedroom sliding door. It turn...

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posted by Mike_Stone

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How do I know if my ledger is actually level enough for the joists?

I finally hit retirement this summer and figured building my first deck woud be the perfect way to keep myself busy. I'...

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posted by birch_walker

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Why does my new deck have so much bounce near the grill?

I finally finished up my build last weekend and got the string lights hung up over the black dining set. It looks great...

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posted by Sam_Torque

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How many flapper disks should I realistically buy for a 32' x 17' deck?

I’m staring down a massive 32' x 17' deck project and the wood is in pretty rough shape. The wood is toast. It’s mostly...

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posted by DuskEli65

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How can I get that integrated fire pit look without failing my local inspection?

I’ve been obsessing over the details of that big award-winning deck project here in Tacoma lately. The way they blended...

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posted by CopperNomad444

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Is it normal for a contractor to frame a deck roof directly over existing shingles?

I’m in the middle of a massive project involving a new metal roof and a wrap-around covered deck, and I'm starting to g...

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posted by torque_maker_1963

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Thoughts on diagonal bracing vs. extra blocking for lateral stability?

My contractor is currently framing out the new deck and just got the joists and beams set up with some pressure-treated...

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posted by SparkDrift_1972

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Thoughts on fixing Trex warping vs total replacement?

I’ve been looking at my back deck lately and noticing that a few of the Trex composite boards are starting to crown and...

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posted by Ray_Cobalt_1979

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How do I handle 24-foot cypress beams on a hillside with no crane access?

I’m looking at a project that feels way over my head and I'm trying to figure out the logistics of moving materials. We...

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posted by PikeSam73

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Tips for custom pool decking that nobody talks about

When you're wrapping a deck around a custom pool, you relly have to account for how much water is going to be sitting o...

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posted by DuskAsh45

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