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Deck, Stepped Spa An unbroken expanse of flat deck can be bland and boring. Here is an idea to enliven a deck area with multiple levels, stepping up to a spa.... Popular Science (free plans)
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Deck - How to Add Cross Bracing and Blocking zBlocking, also called solid bridging, is made of short pieces of joist material that are wedged between the joists and arranged in a staggered row.
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Deck - How to Attach a Bench Seat to the Deck zYou can add this bench to a completed deck. It looks a bit complicated, but a careful do-it-yourselfer can pull it off, and it will give a great handcrafted touch to your deck.
Deck - How to Install Top and Bottom Railings zWell-installed top and bottom deck rails provide the framework required for stunning baluster, top cap, and post cap designs. These steps will show you how to install sturdy rails to border your deck.
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Deck - How to Plan your Stairs zIf you need a simple way to get from the deck to the ground, a 36-inch-wide stairway with standard treads and risers will do fine. It can be built without much trouble using only two stringers.
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Deck - How to Position Posts zDeck beams can either 1) be lag-screwed or bolted to the posts, or 2) sit on top of them. Both methods are strong. The screw or bolt method helps keep the beam from twisting, while the on-top method is slightly more resistant to downward pressure from the deck.
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Deck - How to Put Up Posts for Decorative Railings zRailing construction methods vary, but most use the techniques shown at this link. Typically, the railing posts are installed first, followed by the top and bottom rails, then the top cap, then the balusters. Alternatively, the rail sections can be built ladder-style then installed between the posts.
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Deck - Sundeck z Few home improvements can match a wood deck for usefulness, beauty and enhanced value to a home. For adults, decks offer outdoor living space for entertaining, sun bathing and dining. For children, they provide an excellent outdoor play area.
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PVC Clamp Rack I have accumulated clamps of several different lengths and sizes and needed to come up with a simple one-size-fits-all system to keep them organized. This rack holds any length of clamp securely while... Woodsmith (free plans)
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