Deck framing

An elevated deck (also called a raised deck) offers a great outdoor extension of your indoor living space. While it's not a job for beginners, adding a deck is a good DIY project with the right planning, skills, and equipment. We'll walk...

Leaning against a deck railing exerts a large force at the bottom of the railing posts. To build a safe railing, follow these guidelines based on the latest building codes and best building practices.

Now that you’ve planned your floating deck and laid out the building area, it’s time to frame the deck. Part two of our How to Build a Floating Deck series shows you how to cut the framing pieces and build the deck frame. Once the frame is complete, you’ll move on to installing the decking.

Create a place to entertain or simply relax. Learn how to create deck designs and how to build a deck. We’ll also give you ideas for furnishing and decorating your outdoor space. This series of videos and step-by-step instructions breaks planning and building a deck into manageable parts.

Whether you’re pioneering your very first deck build or are a seasoned pro looking to refine your techniques, you’ve landed in the right place. Follow along as we walk you through the essential yet often overlooked aspects of deck construction—deck...

Looking to add an extra level of intrigue and beauty to your backyard deck? Consider building a cantilever deck. A cantilever deck is a great way to expand your outdoor living space and take advantage of views that would be unavailable with a...

Sizing deck footings made easy with this comprehensive guide.

There are three default footing spacing in Canada, 4’ (1.2m),6’ (1.8m) and 8’ (2.4m) provided by the Canadian Wood Council. A good start in figuring out a deck’s footings. The biggest controlling factor is the size of the beam. The larger and stronger the beam is the larger the footing space can be. Personally, I

Everything you'll need to know about deck hardware for critical deck connections when framing your deck.

When you're building a deck, the details matter. These tips will help you make sure hitting the marks with railings, joists and more.

Step-by-step guide to building a sturdy raised deck on uneven ground using common tools with minimal cuts and expense.

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A detached, ground level deck is the easiest way to add useful space to your backyard.

Veteran deck-builder and contributing editor Mike Guertin describes the prescriptive solutions in the 2021 International Residential Code for attaching guard posts to deck framing for a safe and secure guard system. Guertin describes the proprietary hardware used to reinforce the connections, and uses a series of detailed illustrations to demonstrate 12 different code-compliant post-to-frame attachments.

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The finish of composite decking is amazing, from imitating natural wood decking to an entirely different look. But the ends. The cut ends of composite decking are less than beautiful, requiring a finishing detail. There are many ways to finish composite decking ends. Each with its strengths and weaknesses. Composite decking ends can be finished

make your deck-building project go smoother, it would be to learn how to correctly plan for a pattern on a deck.

Detailed woodworking project about deck plans free. Building a small free standing deck is a project that will liven up the look of your garden.

Building your grade-level deck close to the ground is challenging when it comes to the ledger, piers, and beam. Here's how to tackle it.