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DECK sa DECK CLEANING & FINISHING sa DECK RAILING & STEPS sa PATIO sa PORCH sa SWIMMING POOL DECK x SUNDECK x WOODEN DECK xx HOUSE xx PATIO xx PORCH How to build a portable deck. Redwood squares built from 2x4s are supported by a grid work of crossbeams. Twelve pages of decks and patios you can build in your yard. Photo shows how to build a deck of cedar and redwood around a tree to create a private "island". Est. cost: $78. How to add a deck and a carport in a weekend with only a few simple tools. Est. cost: $215. Photo shows compact deck that is 10 feet square. Est. cost: $91. Photos show thirteen backyard porch and deck projects that provide attractive outdoor living space. Photos show how to build seating and storage compartments into a redwood deck. How to build a 192 sq.ft. deck. Article suggests a "deck-raising" involving friends and food. Redwood is used for the deck, fir for the canopy. Est. cost: $869. Four remodeling ideas that include the addition of decks and enclosed porches designed to tie house and grounds into one living area. Photo shows an 8x10-ft. island deck made from fir. Est. cost $93. How to build an angled redwood deck to provide a transition between house and patio. Eleven pages of "Live out and love it". Photos and sketches cover deck and patio construction, how to build tables, seating, and barbecue/food preparation accessories for outdoor living ease. Plans must be ordered for some units. Photo shows how a 10x14-ft lounging deck can be built around the base of a clump of trees. Photos show two styles of deck or terrace. First is a kit-designed deck with benches as railings. Second is a backyard terrace of rough-sawn cedar laid in a parquet pattern. Sketch and brief instructions included for constructing the parquet terrace. How to build a deck for a yard that slopes. A fun center for the backyard that can be built in stages. First comes the decks, then a flattop screenhouse which later has a sloped roof added, built-in counters for the screenhouse and planters and benches for the decks. Comprehensive working drawings can be ordered. A deck bench and step to build that add attractive touches. Nine pages of photos show 13 backyard, deck, and patio projects. Seven entryway decks that have enough space to accommodate a table and chairs and will add an eye-catching appeal to the front of your house. Outdoor living. Special section shows a variety of ideas for improving your deck, porch, patio, playyard, etc. Includes items to both build and buy. Tip: A simple hanger that holds one end of a joist while you position and nail the other end. Tips on the choice of materials and construction details that will lengthen the life of a deck. Tips on easy do-it-yourself deck repairs. Tip on using a pipe clamp to straighten warped deck boards before fastening in place. Wake up your deck. Photos show the addition of a hot tub, privacy screen and pergola to an existing deck. Critical information on restoring a wooden deck and preventing future deterioration. Megadeck. Building a split-level (two level) outdoor deck. A craftsman's deck. A master deck builder shares his secrets. Deck building special. Sound deck building techniques. Wooden patio deck with a sunroof covering half the deck. The sunroof consists of canvas over a simple frame. Estimated cost for a 9'x16' deck: $650. plus awning. Basic techniques for building or repairing porches, decks, and verandas. Pattern and material list for a triple level, irregular shaped, sun deck. Includes a built-in trellis and planter. How to support a deck on a laminated pad or "pillar block" built from preserved wood. This is an alternative to supporting a deck on concrete piers. What to consider when planning a deck. Constructing a deck. Build an entertainment-sized deck or use these guidelines for a smaller scale design. Portable sectional deck. Build a wooden deck in sections and stack it on an existing patio, concrete blocks, etc. Designing a wooden deck. A step-by-step guide to what must be considered. Cedar deck features built-in bench all around the outside edge. Building a large wooden deck. Advice on building codes, materials, post supports, etc. Professional advice on designing, buying lumber and building your own outdoor wooden deck. Two ideas for under-deck storage. (1) Trapdoor leading to a compartment. (2) Under-deck "roof" to shelter equipment. Seven strategies for building wooden decks to last more than 20 years. The three-day deck. Photos show step-by-step how to install the concrete footers, the framing, flooring, skirting, and steps. Big ideas for small decks. Five design and construction ideas for building a low deck to accent a small yard. (1) Trenches for substructure. (2) Working around foliage. (3) Angled corners on deck. (4) Lattice privacy screens. (5) Construction in close quarters. A ground-level deck you can build in a day. Includes planter boxes and a corner bench. Building a deck on a concrete slab and building a deck on the ground. Build-it-yourself patios and decks for easy backyard living. Photos illustrate design ideas and tips. Backyard sundeck. Wood patio deck has benches on all four sides and a firepit in the center. Firepit cover allows it to be used as a table or for additional seating. The easy-does-it deck. Information on building a 16-ft. square deck with seating on two sides and steps across the other side. Six steps to building decks. Build a small deck (7 ft. diameter), large deck (16x18 ft.) and gazebo (15 ft. diameter) that are connected by walkways. How to design a beautiful deck. How to draw the plans, stake out a grid, decide on elevations and create a design concept. The Family Handyman's guide to deck building. A primer on construction, plans, and materials. Wooden deck features a graceful arch shape, decorative handrails, built-in weatherproof lighting, etc. Turn your backyard into a resort. Six projects combine wooden decks with hot tub, fire pit, privacy screens, benches, etc. Seven backyard improvements. (1) Firepit. (2) Kitchen bump out. (3) Curved wooden deck bench. (4) Privacy fence. (5) Water garden in a wooden barrel. (6) Contemporary hammock stand. (7) Second story circular deck. Ideas for four low-maintenance yards. Includes wooden decks, brick paving, and wood walkways. How to construct a multi-level wooden deck with an attached 10x10-ft. screen house. Deck and walkways form a serene hideaway. The deck incorporates a wooden retaining wall built from stacked 6x6s. How to build stronger and neater with modern construction adhesives. How to insulate block walls, install subflooring, build a deck, etc. using adhesives. Build a simple 16x14-ft. deck with a 24" overhang that makes the deck "float" over the lawn. Est. cost: $800. Free-standing 14-ft. octagonal deck for the middle of a yard is connected by a wooden walkway to the house. A deck in one weekend. How to build an unattached ground-contact wood deck. Multilevel deck. Grand prize winner in outdoor project contest. Features a screened-in gazebo, planters, storage cabinets, built-in lanterns, etc. Ground-level deck and wooden walkway surrounds a fish pond. First place winner in outdoor project contest. Building your first deck. Understanding construction basics of a quality deck so you can plan, design and complete your own. How to handcraft your deck. Time-saving techniques for deck construction. Cut a post to length, notch a post, craft a post top, etc. Multiform showcase deck. Basic strategy for building an elegant, "big-league", multilevel deck. Photographs illustrate the step-by-step process. How to rescue an old wooden deck that is beginning to rot. Tips on removing siding to expose the rim joist when building an attached deck. L-shaped deck (8x12-ft. plus 8x16-ft.). Cost and materials guide for a popular remodeling project. Tri-level garden deck. Choose just one of its many components to suit your yard, or build the whole thing. Instructions for layout and footings, framing, decking, fences, aprons, steps, planters, and sunscreen. Tip on protecting fence or deck support posts from your lawnmower or string trimmer. Sunburst deck features sweeping curves and a Southwest flavor. Est. cost: $1,500. Adjacent concrete patio features a complementary curved bench. Deck builder's companion. A guide to the best ways to build a high-quality deck. Tip shows how to make a deck board spacer. Deck building details. Photos show simple construction techniqes for cutting a post to length, notching a post for a beam, sawing a deck board lengthwise, guiding a power saw with a framing square, toenailing a post, crafting a post top and constructing a jig to cut balusters. How to straighten a crooked deck board when nailing or screwing it in place. Building decks to last. How to plan it right from the start. Advice on lumber selection, controlling wood movement and on water repellents. How to build a showcase deck with ceramic tile, built-in planters, horizontal pipe railing and a decorative privacy screen. How to install deck boards correctly. How to replace a damaged section of deck board. Deck first aid. A host of first-aid treatments to fix nail pops, cracks, gaps, rotted steps and warped railings. Includes instructions for building a new railing and stairs. Backyard island. A freestanding deck on two levels in a double-octagon shape. Upper level has a railing around six sides, with Plexiglas between posts and rails. Lower level has a bench built around four sides. Wordless Workshop suggests how to make a fireproof tile-faced pad to place on a wooden deck beneath a barbecue grill. Advice on building a deck over an existing concrete patio. An explanation of three causes of deck heaving and how to correct them. How to attach deck joists to a house at an angle. Deck in the round with a diameter of 16 feet extends from the corner of a house. Adjacent curved area with a 12 foot radius leads down to steps. A railing encircles most of the round deck area. Safer deck railing designs and dimensions are summarized. Simple freestanding, ground-level deck to build for yard, garden or beach. A bench is attached at one end. Est. cost: $450. Replacing wooden deck boards. Cutting out bad sections and splicing in replacement boards. Converting decks and porches to a screened-in porch, a three-season porch, or a room addition. Basic instruction, common pitfalls, and expenses. Pouring concrete footings for decks. The best deck fasteners. A comparison of various nails and screws. Removable lattice panels conceal the area under a raised deck, but allow access for storage, maintenance, etc. Build a deck that will last as long as your house. Composite decking, treated wood and special building techniques all add up to a durable, low-maintenance deck. Built-in bench-railing combination for a wooden deck. Tip: How to get tight joints when laying twisted or bowed tongue-and-groove decking. Tip: Doubling deck joists can eliminate rotting of deck material caused by butting two boards over a single joist. Tips on re-roofing a flat tar roof and adding a deck over a flat roof. The deck upstairs. How to combine a deck with a roof that won't leak. How to flash both a standard add-on deck and a cantilevered deck. Use PVC pipe to form concrete piers for decks, buildings, etc. Deck design. A guide to the basics of deck construction. Rambling deck. Laminated rails and "Greene and Greene" styling mark this redwood deck. A deck built to last. Thoughtful details designed to beat the weather. Tip: Use 5-gal. buckets of joint-compound as "helpers" when installing tongue-and-groove decking. Tip: Removable deck railing uses hardware designed for stake trucks. Gauge stick to speed assembly of railing pickets on a deck. Tips on building a wooden deck adjacent to, and level with, an existing slab. Looks at need for a "footer" consisting of a trench filled with stone topped by a 2x4 perimeter header. Technique for securing deck planks to their joists without any exposed nail heads. Pipe clamp is used to muscle crowned deck boards into place for nailing. Comparison between fir, cedar and redwood for constructing an outdoor deck when cost is not a consideration. Includes tips for an on-going maintenance program. Use a brick tong to force wooden decking into alignment prior to fastening. Tip on using aluminum gutter spikes to keep problem joints tight in deck railing construction. Deck foundations that last. Design footings and piers to match the load and bearing capacity of your soil. Advice on adding X bracing to halt the swaying of a deck that is several feet above the ground. Tips on installing wooden deck boards which makes it easier to get equal spacing and avoids splitting of the joists when nailing. A built-in perimenter bench for a deck features a canted back and sloped seat for comfort. Method for constructing a second-floor deck that also serves as a roof for a first-floor porch. How to stiffen a wooden deck to prevent swaying using diagonal rows of solid blocking. Tip on using a pipe clamp and a pry bar to straighten a warped deck board prior to fastening. Pattern routing exterior details. Production-line methods for fabricating balusters, finials, pergola roof, etc. incorporated into a deck addition on a Tudor house. Tip on using nylon tree-felling wedges to space deck boards without marring them. Correct flashing procedure for cantilevered decks where they attach to the side of the house. Tips on installing wood decking over a very uneven concrete slab. A dining deck. A deck that's built to withstand the weather is an extension of a small dining room. Includes construction details of large planters which serve also to support a trellis and built-in benches. Controlling moisture in deck lumber. Many problems associated with deck deterioration can be traced to the original moisture content of the lumber. Jig which both controls the distance between boards in a deck and guides the placement of the nails or screws. Details for a lasting deck. Government scientists study outdoor structures and report on which details, fasteners and finishes hold up the best. Advice on which side of decking boards to place up. A furniture-grade deck features redwood construction, hidden fasteners, adequate ventilation, integral lighting, and Craftsman styling. Building a curved deck that is surfaced with synthetic decking. Detailing decks over living space. Clear drainage paths and careful waterproofing are essential to the success of decks that are built over finished interior spaces. Technique for measuring the exact length of each support post when constructing a deck over uneven ground. Getting a deck off to a good start. How framing the perimeter first (before digging any foundation holes and pouring any concrete) will ensure that the posts will land squarely on their piers. Two ways of using a pipe clamp to compress tongue-and-groove decking tightly together prior to nailing. Deckscaping. Four ways to keep a deck from being bland. Includes a landscaping plan and plant list to complement a two-story deck. How to screen an open terrace or deck that does not have a roof. How to build a roof-deck railing. In-deck planter for decks that are 18" or less above grade. Plants grow in the soil beneath the deck. Waterproof second-story redwood deck is a roof for ground-level patio. Rubber membrane is used to waterproof the deck. Build your wooden deck to last. Advice from a professional. Ten ways to build a sturdier, safer deck, with emphasis on elevated decks. Replacing wooden support posts for porches and decks. Deckscaping. SPECIAL SECTION on landscaping with decks. Several different designs and their construction detail are shown. Decks with great details. A gallery of 5 handsome designs and the touches that make them special. (1) Treetop deck. (2) Balcony deck. (3) Pool deck. (4) Hillside deck. (5) Spa deck. Deck-building basics. Design and construct any deck using these universal tips and techniques. Decks with a difference. Six unique designs plus two mail-order deck plans. Includes a rambling redwood deck, wraparound house deck, private pavilion deck, hot-tub deck, lap-pool deck, and starburst deck kit. Distinctive decks. (1) Five winning designs in California Redwood Assn. deck contest. (2) Four second-story deck designs. (3) Specialized tools and hardware for deck building. Yardscaping projects. (1) 12-ft.-diameter octagonal gazebo built of pressure-treated wood. (2) Sun deck with 2/6 decking. (3) Patio of interlocking concrete pavers installed over sand and gravel. (4) Privacy screens consist of 4x4 posts and cedar lattice panels. (5) Multi-level raised-bed planters. Five easy decks for novice builders. (1) Combination redwood and tile deck. (2) Two-level deck for steeply-sloped yard. (3) Sprawling spa deck. (4) Basic attached deck with traditional-style white railing. (5) Multi-purpose deck for large-scale entertaining. Backyard oasis. A two-level, freestanding sundeck incorporates planters, benches, overhead shade arbor, and under-deck storage. Plans must be ordered. Winners in the deck design contest are pictured, along with limited construction detail. Advice on what must be done to tile a deck that also serves as the roof for a living room. Tip shows how to combat freeze-thaw upheavals on a deck. A galvanized threaded rod, set in a concrete pier, lets you adjust the above-ground height of a support post. Plans, photos and descriptions of six award-winning deck designs. Deck do-over. How to transform an uninspired platform into an inviting outdoor living space. Great deck ideas. Five different wooden decks are illustrated. Includes some construction tips. SPECIAL SECTION: Decks that create a summer place. Includes (1) a summer kitchen/solar greenhouse built on a concrete patio, (2) a big deck that "floats" over a difficult site, (3) a parquet pattern to enhance a simple deck, (4) an angled deck for a sloping lot (5), three terraced decks that landscape a slope, (6) tips on selecting a contractor you can work with and (7) a wrap-around deck. Decks for difficult sites. Design and construction details. SPECIAL SECTION: OUTDOOR LIVING. Ideas for decks, gazebos, poolside pavilion and landscaping. No construction details included. Chart of 50 top shrubs and trees for landscaping. Deck details. It's easy to build a deck if you know a few planning and construction basics. A step-by-step approach is outlined. A companion guide to accompany the PBS television series "Hometime". Special effects for decks. Dozens of design ideas for making your deck a unique and sophisticated outdoor living space. Looks at decking patterns and support, railings, benches, planters, stairs, etc. Repairing rotten wood siding, window sill, porch post, deck post, etc. Tip on building a second, slanted roof underneath a 2nd story deck to keep the lower area dry. Tip on straightening warped boards when installing a deck. Down-to-earth decks. These easy-build "patio-decks" sit right on the ground, but they're made to last. Special section on outdoor living. (1) Distinctive decks. (2) Strategies for getting the most from a small yard. (3) Patio doors, both sliders and swingers. Construction details for a simple 12x16-ft. patio deck that rests directly on the ground. Deck revival. Simple repair and maintenance advice for a wooden deck. Designing and building wooden decks can improve a difficult lot. Several construction methods illustrated. How to build a soundly constructed wooden deck and roof over a deck. Detailed information on framing, bracing, fastening, attaching to house, etc. How to build a free-form deck that includes a fountain-pool, unique planter benches, and a light-and-sound post. How to use a Design-a-Deck plans kit to design and build a redwood deck to fit any house and yard. Tip: How to roof a deck to create more liveable outdoor space. Build a multi-level wrap-around deck for outdoor living. Photos and text show how to plan deck construction. How to build a deck with a built-in firepit and built-in benches. How to cover a settled entry slab with a wooden deck and walkway. Build a lot of fun into your outdoor living. Special 40 page section. Deck-building basics. Construction fundamentals for any size deck. Bi-level outdoor living. Plans for a second-story cantilevered wooden deck which doubles as a roof for a first floor patio. Framing details for a 320 sq.ft. redwood deck which fits into a corner bounded by a house and a garage. Elements of design. Porches, decks and terraces. Gardening close to home. A combination deck and vegetable garden that incorporates raised beds to compensate for problem soil. Also uses a cistern that collects and stores rainwater from house roof and is connected to a drip irrigation system. A 9x12-ft. patio deck made of low cost wood. Est. cost: $50, including railing. Porch or patio deck built from 2x4 stock set on edge. Prebuilt redwood pallets, either 3 or 4 feet square, simplify construction of this raised sundeck set on piers attached to a simple concrete footing. How to individualize a mobile home with wooden decks, privacy screens and a carport. How to reroof a sundeck. Carport has a roof which serves as a porch deck (accessible from the second floor of the attached house). New life for your sun deck. Apply a new layer of exterior plywood, new flashing and a vinyl coating called War-Dex. Add a wooden deck to your house. Plans for a 16x16ft. deck built of 2x8, 2x4 and 4x4 lumber. Deck is supported by the house and six concrete piers. How to construct a 12x16-ft. raised deck. A deck with pizzazz. Deck nests into L-shape in back of house. It features a corner shed for cooking and storage, railings, and wide steps to the yard that can double as seats. Framing and foundation diagrams for a 3-in-1 addition (porch, patio, deck). Build a sunspace (greenhouse) on a raised deck. Shows how to expand a second-story deck to provide room for a greenhouse. Two-level deck features a built in firepit for barbecuing. Construction diagrams for a basic deck and a 2-tier deck. Wooden sun deck has a floor with a built-in "S-curve". Simply place a towel on the deck, lay down on towel and you have a giant chaise lounge for sunbathing. Build a raised wooden deck covered by a sun roof of 2x3 slats. Built from 2x4s, 2x6s and 4x4s. How to build a raised (second-floor) wooden deck with a fiberglass panel roof. Deck shown is 9x40-ft. Build a balcony deck and outdoor stairway. Design and build that special redwood deck. Basic construction tips and techniques. How to plan a deck to eliminate or reduce yard maintenance. A deck for the decades. Built right, a wooden deck can be an outdoor space that's easy to live with. Looks at framing, foundation, planking, etc. How to build a weather-proof deck. A condensed course on building wooden decks. Jig to uniformly space wooden deck boards. Make a great courtyard surrounded with privacy walls and paved with brick and wood. Indigenous plants reduce yardwork to a minimum. Includes construction tips for the walls. Multi-level deck on the front of a house features "roofs" which provide shade and double as trellises for climbing plants. The basics of deck design. How to select a site and deck shape. How to build a deck that will last. A guide to selection of materials and construction techniques that will make a deck last longer. Includes tricks of the trade that will help a novice builder avoid common mistakes. Five "easy places" that create backyard vacation spots. (1) A prefabricated gazebo. (2) Lattice fences. (3) A multi-level barbecue. (4) A hot tub built into a deck. (5) A deck built on a level lot. Photos and sketches are included for each, but not complete construction details. How to reinforce and strengthen wooden decks to prevent collapse under large loads or during bad weather. Three patio substitutes. (1) A patio behind a garage with a movable storage cabinet. (2) A raised deck attached to a garage. (3) A sun deck on the roof of a carport. Hexagon-shaped redwood deck. Railing for a wooden sundeck incorporates a built-in bench. How to build wooden decks, both on the ground and at elevated levels. Creative deck and patio ideas you can build. An example of typical raised patio construction, how to lay out stairs and a section drawing of a method for fastening the deck to the house. Build a deck the low-cost way to get more room. Photos show ideas and drawings show construction details of posts, ledges, steps, planters, flooring and railings. Nine ideas for decks and patios. Includes construction details for wooden decks, walks, platforms, and steps. Two great decks you can build, one for the front and one for the rear. Front deck features thick wooden slab steps all across the front edge. The rear deck has railings with attached benches. Two-level wooden deck and patio features built-in picnic table, padded benches, and canvas awning. Great ways to use airy, elegant latticework. (1) Deck enclosure with arched windows. (2) Window shutters and wall panels. (3) Patio bar. (4) Door and window treatments. Clever way to join 4x4 deck railing or fencing is a neater method than nailing. You can add this deck and/or greenhouse to your home. Wooden deck is built over the exterior entrance to a basement. Floor of deck raises up to gain access to basement stairway. Custom deck for a charming home. Irregularly shaped wooden deck illustrates basic construction techniques. Deck includes built-in seating and planter boxes. Double-deck porch adds two party rooms. The roof of this screened-in porch is an upper deck accessible from either the second floor or via an outdoor spiral staircase. Overall dimensions: 13x28-ft. A wooden deck you can put anywhere. A free-standing design allows greater flexibility in positioning. Includes construction details. Two-level deck features built-in planters and benches, privacy fence and a hot tub area. Built of pressure-treated lumber. Basic construction details included. Stacked deck. A multi-level wrap-around deck that is loaded with good ideas. Includes construction details. Double decker. This large, family-size deck is loaded with features, including a special area for the safety of young children, built-in planters, seating bench, movable dining table, sandbox, folding table, etc. All decked out. A welcome-home deck for the front of a house that provides a place for plants in planter walls. Full deck. A new deck design with all the trimmings. Adapt it to your home and build it yourself. Includes built-in bench/planters. Building a redwood deck over an existing concrete slab. Platform deck. An easy backyard deck project for concealing a concrete slab. Basic care for wooden decks. Advice on both surface treatments and structural fixes. Building a basic redwood deck. Deck in the round, with two levels and curved railings, features a circular seating area. Flight of fancy. A deck 8 ft. above ground level has a raised and offset entry platform, a lower cantilevered landing and stairway to the ground. The main deck has built-in benches for seating up to 16 people. One end of the deck has a lattice screened area and wing-shaped roof. A deck with roots. Multilevel deck has a series of steplike tiers. The lower deck includes a hole for a tree with bench seating around the hole. Add a first or second story sundeck to your house. Extend living space with an outdoor deck. Both high and low level decks are discussed. Build a wooden deck of 3-ft.-square patio blocks. Four home additions: a carport, a covered entry, a fence and a deck. Hexagon-shaped outdoor deck features built-in seating on five sides, a barbecue grill in the center and a sun roof that can be folded back to let in more light. The deck is 14 feet in diameter and seats 12. The Lockbox House. Part 6. How the floors of the decks surrounding the house are hoisted up during the winter to cover the sliding glass doors that lead out onto the decks. (Idea can be adapted to any cabin.) How to extend an existing wooden deck is illustrated in photos and tips. Diagrams for adding a flat-top or gazebo-style slatted canopy to a deck or patio. The framework for a 12x12-ft. deck rests on four concrete piers so the deck is several inches off the ground. The sides of the deck are supported by the piers in the middle instead of at the corners, thus giving a strikingly modern appearance. Concrete is purchased by the trailerload which you tow home and dump yourself in a special rented trailer. Five add-on wooden decks. (1) Terraced garden room, (2) privacy sun porch, (3) second-story overlook, (4) patio floats on grade and (5) bridging an L-shaped corner of a house. Construction details are shown. How to rebuild an existing wooden deck that has been weakened by rotting wood. Three simple steps to a lively sun deck. (1) Add outdoor "grass" carpet, (2) Add a decorative railing and (3) Top the railing with a planter box made from aluminum guttering. Two high-rise decks to build. (1) A second-story add-on. (2) A deck on a roof. Two backyard decks. One at ground level and one at second story. Built from treated lumber (2x4,2x6,4x4, etc.). Use butcher-block construction techniques to build sturdy outdoor benches and rugged steps for decks. Add a patio deck. Two designs. (1) Build a barbecue deck where none existed before. (2) Camouflage a concrete slab patio. Modular deck you can build in stages. Includes a barbecue deck, kid's deck (playground equipment), and trellis deck. Build extra living space within your present walls. Part 1. Techniques include a curved wall, a partition of windows, and an ultra-thin deck. Second-story redwood deck features easy-to-climb stairs, wide railing, and attractive plant hangers. Deck measures 10x40-ft. High-rise planter deck. 9-ft. columns support deck and provide a shady loggia underneath. How metric measurement makes construction (such as laying out floors and decks) easier, because the planning can be done on a calculator. Build-it-yourself L-shape patio deck. Patio deck with built-in furniture (benches, seats, and triangular picnic table). Pedestal deck wraps around a tree. It includes a barbecue area, open railing, and an elegant cantilever. Est. cost: $1000. Hardwood mahogany tiles are used to speed up the task of laying wood decking. These two-ft.-square tiles also form walkways and skirting. They can be split to form stair treads. Multilevel deck features concealed storage and a concrete-pier foundation. Three ways to get the most from a small elevated deck. Pre-built, wooden "Deck Squares" (24"- or 36"-square wooden "parquet tiles") are used to build decks, planters, walkways, etc. Ground-level wooden deck rests a little above ground on concrete footings. Includes built-in seating and angled corners. Three deck designs for "impossible" sites. Elegant low or high decks. The terrain of your backyard and the style of your home will determine which of these bi-level "outdoor rooms" is best. Step-up deck for sloping yard ties together the house's staggered architectural elements and levels out an uneven yard that was unusable. Five problem-solving decks. Winners in contest sponsored by Popular Science and the California Redwood Association. Two stepped decks. An unbroken expanse of flat deck can be bland and boring. Here are two different approches to enlivening a deck area with multiple levels. The first deck steps up to a spa. The second climbs up from a swimming pool. Deck under glass. Deck design for a steep hillside features tempered glass panels in the railing to preserve the view and provide shelter from wind. SPECIAL SECTION on house renovation and home improvement. Features the best from public TV's "This Old House" series. Projects covered include (1) leveling a floor, (2) raising a stud wall, (3) converting a garage, and (4) building a deck. Advice from Norm Abram on building a deck that will remain strong for many years, and require little maintenance. Decked out. With careful planning and good design you can have more than just an ordinary deck. Gazebo with lattice roof provides shade, while railing and gazebo posts lend privacy and structural presence to the deck. Do more with decks. Examples of good deck designs. Sketches show how to create curved railings and a built-in bench. Building decks to last. A guide to the materials, hardware and construction details that should be used for a durable deck. Entry decks emphasize premium materials and proper design. A selection of design ideas, but only limited construction information. Design and construction details for wooden decks. Includes details for concrete piers, ground-cover decks, three styles of screens or fences, and a deck railing that features built-in seating. Spacious deck to build. A 16'x12' raised deck is supported on 4x4 legs. Framing is 2x10 and 2x8. Flooring is 1x6. Tip on how to create an interesting narrow side yard deck with privacy and space for container plantings and hanging gardens. Tips on how a veranda or suspended deck can be added at the level of a living room to provide outdoor living space for an older house. How to add a structure of 2x6s and a canopy of vinyl to cover a deck or patio. How to construct a wooden deck and built-in seating on top of an existing concrete slab. Photos show construction features of a raised deck with a shade trellis over it. Photos show how a sloping lot was landscaped on levels and included the addition of a big deck and a high deck with a hot tub. Photos and sketch show how a 1910-1920 vintage house was updated with the addition of decks and new plantings. How to construct an open planter rail for a deck. The 10" deep by 12" wide planter is designed to run from post to post, with a 1x6 rail 18" above the top of the planter. How to build a see-through deck railing with a wood frame and twisted stainless steel wire threaded in and out of rail stringers. A look at alternatives to planting a lawn. Includes use of stones, ground covers, wooden entry pads and deck, and masonry paving. Pictures show how a backyard was transformed by the addition of two decks, a brick walkway and a greenhouse. Est. cost: $1800 How to construct a small, freestanding deck that seems to float. Tip on how to build a garden deck in 4x4-ft. modules. Floor-level deck with three levels and a trellis that supports a hammock and swing. Tips on turning a deck into a pre-schooler's "picnic table". Tip: Box-style bench edges a deck. At the entry end of the bench, a built-in light box illuminates the deck at foot level. House numbers, cut into the facing, are lighted at night. Tip: Three-level deck is "floated" over an aging patio. Unique deck features live grass and a built-in water collection and sprinkler system. Lift up the deck and move it. Basic information for a deck composed of 47"x51" modules supported by a 2x6 framework. Two backyard decks with distinctive details. One is a sprawling, multilevel structure with built-in dining table and benches, a storage chest, barbeque pit and two large planters. The second is an island deck encircled by a series of planters, benches and built-in tables. First aid for decks. How to repair a damaged deck joist. Tip shows how to straighten a warped deck board. Simple sundeck. How to build a floating-foundation 12x16-ft. deck in less than two days. Tip on using a technique known as picture framing to conceal the ends of deck boards. Decking decisions. An overview of the various wood and synthetic options for deck flooring material. Correct floor joist layout for a wooden deck which will utilize a herringbone pattern. Several porches and decks to construct. How to create attractive places for outdoor living. Includes tips on deck construction, how to build a garden bench and photos of a variety of patios. Building exterior projects (furniture, decks, shelters, ...) that last. Part 1. Selecting the right building materials and fasteners. Building exterior projects (furniture, decks, shelters, ...) that last. Part 2. Choosing the right glues, finishes and assembly to resist water. Build a wooden deck by making 2-ft squares out of 2x4 wood. Excavate the earth to a depth of 4", add sand and lay these deck squares in place. How to build wooden decks and balconies. How to construct a 10x12-ft. redwood deck. The 2x4 decking is nailed to 2x6 joists supported within a 2x12 framework. Unit is attached to house along one side and rests on 5 concrete footings. How to construct a cedar deck with railings and benches. How to construct a raised deck that is attached to a house. The deck has railings on two sides and adjustable vertical louvered panels on the third. A bench along one side has storage beneath the seats. The roof is wood framework covered with fiberglass panels. Steps lead to a ground-level deck area with workbench, a potting bench and storage that extends under the deck. Two-level mini deck, built from wood, features a built-in bench. How to reduce the cost of an outdoor deck by varying the grades of redwood lumber. Wooden deck built with economy in mind expands kitchen and family room and provides additional storage. Basic construction techniques illustrated. Tips on installing a redwood deck over an existing concrete patio. Raised deck construction. How to build in the added strength needed for decks which are above ground level. Combination deck and play area. One wing of a deck has tall sides which simulate the walls and parapets of a castle. Easy-to-build ground level deck is assembled from wooden "Deck Squares" available in 2x2-ft. and 3x3-ft. sizes. Some tips. Tips on which way to install deck boards to reduce cupping. Tip: Use narrow rings of PVC pipe to keep the wooden framework of a deck from contacting either the house or concrete footer. This will help prevent water collecting in the resulting joint and causing decay. Deck railing is fitted with removable planter boxes. Adapt an existing railing to accept flower boxes or incorporate this railing design into your deck. How to waterproof an upper deck (surfaced with tongue-and-groove flooring) so that water will not leak onto a lower patio, porch, etc. Expand your outdoor entertainment area with a practical and inexpensive ground-level deck. Construction of a 12x12-ft. version shown. Elevated deck. Basic dimensions and framing techniques for a spacious raised deck suitable for sloped property. Combination open deck and screened-in porch area. Basic dimensions and framing techniques. Freestanding ground-level deck features an L-shaped arbor with built-in benches. Construction allows it to be dismantled and moved. Designing and building your own custom deck. Several ideas shown. Backyard entertainment area. Part 1. How to built a 600-sq.-ft. main deck. Backyard entertainment area. Part 3. Hot tub on a two-level deck. A showcase deck. Build your dream deck. Step-by-step instructions from footings to finish. | |||||||||
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