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Building Arbors

As you work from above, remember that your craftsmanship will be viewed from underneath

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Lateral Load Connections

Special hardware is needed to correctly fasten deck joists to interior floor joists

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Installing Pavers

Proper preparation of the subsoil, base, and bedding layers will keep a hardscape...

 
 
 

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The Magazine

March/April

In this issue: Installing Pavers — Upgrade to a Tiered Fascia — Joist Layout for Stronger Decks — A Deck Builder's Tool Kit

 

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Deck Blogs

Will the 2015 IRC Have Good Deck-Specific Details?

There is a proposal in front of the ICC Code Committee to incorporate a great deal of deck-specific detailing in the 2015 IRC.

Why not full Labor and Material Warranties for Synthetic Decking?

Full warranties would offer comfort to reluctant contractors and increase usage.

Knee Bracing - Helps prevent lateral sway

The taller your deck, the more it will have a tendency to sway.

Monthly Surveys

Survey - Economic Signs

What are the major economic signs you’ve been seeing?

Survey - Deck Footing

Different deck footings

 
 

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