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Get up to speed on code basics, foundations, footing loads, costs to build, joist and beam spans, ledger board connections and some cool techniques like picture frame borders.  Learn...

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  1. Replace or Re-use and Protect Old Beams and Joists

    Apr 11, 19 03:13 PM

    Replacing my southeast MI 30-year-old deck, was hoping just to replace the surface boards but many of the posts were set too deep and rotted at ground

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  2. How to build a three-ply laminated 2x10 beam and what fasteners to use

    Jan 10, 19 05:52 PM

    I am building a ground level deck (max 24 of the ground). It is L shaped and will have 2 long beams (27.5' and 31'). The beams will be 3-ply PT SP#2 2x12's

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Materials

You likely already know about the usual wood suspects like; cedar, redwood and pine.  But here are some things you might not know much about - stone, bamboo, aluminum, rolled vinyl, EPDM or our pick for best performing decking for your dollar.  Find out...

Railing

Railings should please your eyes as much as they protect you.  We're talking height, spacing, strength, joist and surface mounted posts.  We will show you some of the best building techniques for traditional wood framing  post connections you may encounter in the field.  Dig in...

Stairs

Learn the math and tricks of the trade to build your own stairs in a variety of styles.  Tips on rise and runs, tread sizes, stringer layouts and other code issues.  There is even content on how to revive worn out steps.  Get started...

Lighting

When the sun goes down your outdoor living space should come alive.  The right kind of illumination, whether it's the finest post top, side post,  recessed, solar, or strip lighting can do just that.   Learn more about your options.

Maintenance Tips & Plans

We'll cover the bases of how, when and where to clean your deck including, safe pressure washing, stains and sealers and establishing an annual maintenance plan. Learn...

Calculators

Pretty much every kind of material or structural calculator you will need as you plan your project including joist and beam spans, footing sizes, baluster quantities and cement volumes.  Start calculating...

Pictures For Design Ideas

Your best place to get inspired is to see other great examples of designs and ideas that work.  Hundreds of pictures to browse from. Browse...

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