Building A Deck

Sure, building deck stairs can be tricky. But in this story, we'll make it easy by showing you how to estimate step dimensions, layout and…

A veteran pro tells you his favorite deck building tips that speed up the job, increase deck durability and improve quality. The result is a…

Learn key features and techniques for building first-class decks, including planters, shading ideas, stairs, durable materials, privacy screens,…

Expert deck builders show you how to build a deck with composites and other rot-resistant materials for longevity. Your deck will also look…

Built with composite decking and hidden fasteners, this maintenance-free backyard deck is designed to go together fast and to fit in anywhere in…

Make your deck building go faster with these seven clever tips from the pros. It’s tricks like these that allow professional to build a deck…

With proper flashing, a wood deck will last many years; without it, the deck and the ledger it's attached to will quickly rot. Detailed…

Build this spacious, semi-private deck, which features planters, a handsome railing, low voltage lighting and a wide range of low maintenance,…

Building a deck? Learn tricks for straightening crooked boards; making crisp, straight cuts on the board ends; and avoiding problems like hammer…

An old deck with a sound structure doesn't have to be torn down. You can remove the worn out decking and railing, and then replace it with new,…

Attaching a deck ledger board to a vinyl-sided house requires a few extra trim pieces to keep water from leaking behind the siding. Here's a…

Construct an eye-catching cedar deck surrounded by a veneered stone wall that provides both privacy and seating. The article includes full…

This small deck is packed with features: composite decking, cantilevered seating nooks, a cedar pergola, custom railing, cascading…

Use triple-zinc or stainless steel joist hangers for most decks to ensure long-term strength and durability. Coastal building codes require…

Let us show you how to add this easy-to-build pond and easy-care deck to your garden. This serene retreat can be built by a novice and…

If you install them properly, joist hangers will keep your decks and floors strong as wood dries, twists, shrinks and ages. We'll show you a…

Learn the simple deck-building skills of making square cuts, cutting notches and shaping deck posts to make your deck stronger and more…

If you're planning a project that requires lots of postholes, a power auger will speed up the process. But if you think it'll make digging holes…

Not all pressure-treated wood is equally decay-resistant. Different parts of the tree absorb treatment differently. Learn how to spot the best…

High-strength structural screws are beginning to displace traditional lag screws as the fastener of choice for structural applications.…