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Need advice: Deck/patio construction
jcroach:
Thanks for the tips, everyone.
CCM, It looks like the versa deck is solid. How do people usually hide the cut end of a hollow core composite decking?
I'll look into those classes!
I finally remembered the term for a deck just sitting on the ground. It's called a skid foundation.
http://www.taunton.com/finehomebuilding/how-to/articles/firm-foundation-backyard-shed.aspx
kingflynn:
Don't use the deck blocks. They don't prevent frost heave. Attach the "ledger" board to the house, and pour footings for the far side. The footings are not as much work as you might think (depending on how many). You won't need gravel underneath because it won't be seen. Don't bother with the hidden fastening systems. They are expensive. Color matched screws look fine. (It's easiest to pre-drill even though they say you don't have to). Start installing the decking with a full board at the outside and work toward the house.
kingflynn:
To hide the hollow ends you can first "picture frame" around the perimeter of the decking and miter the corners.
CCM:
The stuff I used was solid core, so there was no issue.
jcroach:
--- Quote from: kingflynn on May 14, 2009, 04:42:10 pm --- Attach the "ledger" board to the house, and pour footings for the far side.
--- End quote ---
This is what I'm trying to avoid. It seems silly to me to attach a ledger board when the joists might end up being partially buried.
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