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Professional Deck Builder November 2009

November 2009

Features

What's New in Decking and Railing
by Scott Gibson
More eco-friendly choices, improved perfor­mance, and a broader palette of colors give deck builders new options.
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Tool Test: 18-Volt Impact Drivers
by Patrick McCombe
Lightweight and powerful with amazing runtimes, a new generation of lithium-ion– powered drivers make your job easier.
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Quick and Sturdy Stair Attachment
by Mark Hansen
Nailed-on steel straps make a bomb-proof connection.
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Departments

EDITOR'S LETTER: How About a Better-Thought-Out Lateral Attachment Requirement?
by Andy Engel
How about a better-thought-out lateral attachment requirement?
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DECKING NEWS
Wood treaters in court; code book for deck builders
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QUESTION & ANSWER
Maximum height for a 4x4 post
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DECK LEDGER: Keeping Up With New Products
by Heidi Jansen
Keeping up with new products
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STRUCTURE: New Code for Resisting Lateral Loads
by Glenn Mathewson
New code for resisting lateral loads
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TOOL KIT: Compact Nailer Sinks Them Deep
by Greg Burnet
Paslode PF350S nailer; DareDevil spade bits
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PRODUCTS
Deck design software; LED lighting; ipe finish; pollution-fighting pavers
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DAY'S END
Before and after
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