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Professional Deck Builder January 2008

January 2008

Features

Common Code Violations
by Cheri B. Hainer
Some are more obvious than others, but all are dangerous and can easily be avoided.
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Efficient Deck Framing
by Rob Arnold
Detailed plans and thoughtful layout speed construction and improve quality.
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Employee Health Care
by Ron Lent
Sift through the options to find the coverage you need at a price you can afford.
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Paving a Deck With Stone
by Robert Viviano
Engineered framing, rubber roofing, and an inch of sand form the foundation for a high-class and low-maintenance surface.
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Tips for Installing Aluminum Balusters
by Bobby Parks
A couple of simple jigs quickly line up the parts and pieces for a stylish railing system.
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Departments

EDITOR'S LETTER: Kids, Tools, and Joy
by Andy Engel
Kids, tools, and joy
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TRADE TALK: Starting Up
Starting up
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DECKING NEWS
Cost vs. Value Report 2007; free guide to deck codes; calendar of events
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QUESTION & ANSWER
Security barriers for hot tubs
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EYE FOR DESIGN: Lighten Up Below the Deck
by Elaine E. Laney
Lighten up below the deck
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DECK LEDGER: Why Attend DeckExpo?
by Bobby Parks
Why attend DeckExpo?
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TOOL KIT
Bosch table saw; batter boards; long underwear; sawhorses; cord holder
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PRODUCTS
by Scott Gibson
PVC decking; LED lighting; screws; stone tiles; fence repair; plastic footing
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DAY'S END: Retro-Remodel
by Laurie Elden
Retro-remodel
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