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Which is Better, a Floating or Freestanding Deck Beside your House?

The majority of decks are attached to a house. The convenience of an outdoor living space connected to your house is great. Walking from the comfort of your house, unto your deck to enjoy the fresh...

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Selecting the Right Joist for Your Deck

Decking is beautiful, but it’s the joist that makes a deck strong. The joists providing the frame for the entire deck. Hidden under the decking, but joists are the unseen hero that is making all...

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Better To Screw Than Nail Wood Decking, [6 Reasons]

The most common deck board fastener options for wood decking is nails or screws. They both have their strengths and weaknesses but they are not equal in their performance. When attaching deck...

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Best Wood Decking Fasteners

There are several deck fasteners on the market, all with there advantages and disadvantages. Here we are going to discuss fasteners for softwood decking, the most common decking material in North...

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Amount of Deck Boards Overhang; Advantages and Limitations

Overhanging decking is a good practice in decking building. The overhang not only enhances the look of the deck but also helps the deck to last longer. Protecting both the joist and the decking,...

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Deck Framing Costs; With Deck Size Examples

Decking framing, the substructure that supports your deck, is essential to a good deck. Several factors affect the cost of deck framing. These factors will change individual deck framing costs....

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