Professional Deck Builder: Table of Contents July/August 2009

Past Issues

Solo-Building a High-Rise Deck
by Mac MacDonald
Working alone 23 feet off the ground takes planning, strength, and a crane.
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Lighting a Deck
by Scott Gibson
Even a basic system adds value for homeowners, profits for builders.
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Fireplaces in Porches
by Bobby Parks
Installing a prefab firebox can extend your clients' outdoor-living season without breaking their budget.
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EDITOR'S LETTER: What Will You Be Remembered For?
by Andy Engel
What will you be remembered for?
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LETTERS
Bad concrete; post attachment; roots
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DECKING NEWS
Lead-paint law; decking forecast; more
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QUESTION & ANSWER
What causes wood to rot?
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EYE FOR DESIGN: Engineering a Winch-Powered Hatch
by Michael Gabriel
Engineering a winch-powered hatch
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DECK LEDGER: Position Your Business for Better Times
by Bob Lett
Position your business for better times
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TOOL KIT
Tiger Claw hidden-fastener gun; Bosch cordless rotary hammer
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PRODUCTS
by Scott Gibson
Deck connector; vinyl railing; more
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DAY'S END: Floating a Pergola In Place
by Laurie Elden
Floating a pergola in place
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PDB WEB EXCLUSIVE: Complex Pergola Details
by Laurie Elden
Careful planning and steel reinforcement help create the illusion that two separate structures are a single 78-foot-long pergola.
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