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PublisherTaunton Press, Incorporated

ISBN-101631863282

ISBN-139781631863288

eBay Product ID (ePID)210306485

Product Key Features

Book TitleAll New Building Decks

Number of Pages256 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicDesign & Construction, Do-It-Yourself / Carpentry, Outdoor & Recreational Areas

Publication Year2015

IllustratorYes

GenreHouse & Home

AuthorEditors of Fine Homebuilding

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight29.5 Oz

Item Length10.9 in

Item Width8.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2015-026360

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal690/.893

Table Of ContentTABLE OF CONTENTS Tools and Materials A Plank for Every Deck Deck Hardware Fasteners for Grooved Decking Ledger Flashing Choosing the Best Deck Finish Deck Design Design a Better Deck Improve Your Deck's View Designing a Small but Elegant Deck A Porch with a Roof Deck Bending Decking for Decorative Inlays Bright Ideas for a Well-Lit Deck Deck Framing Deck Loads Frost Heave Sizing Deck Footings Deck Footings Done Right Make Any Deck Ledger Secure Framing a Deck with Steel Top 10 Deck-Building Mistakes Make an Old Deck Safe Decking Decks That Stand Up to Wildfire Site-Built Deck Drainage Decking over a Roof Deck Refinishing Railings and Stairs Manufactured Railing Systems Railing Retrofit 2 Ideas for Custom Railings Mounting Deck Stairs Complete Deck Guides A Low Deck Is Spiced Up with Curves and Custom Details Building a Raised Deck Custom-size, grade level deck with benches, planters, and a decorative border

SynopsisElevate your outdoor living space with All New Building Decks , the completely updated edition of the bestselling classic from the experts at Fine Homebuilding. Whether you're looking to revamp your existing deck or build the outdoor oasis of your dreams, this comprehensive guide is packed with the latest tips, advice, and projects to help you successfully tackle your deck-building project from start to finish. With the site-tested techniques that Fine Homebuilding is renowned for, All New Building Decks equips you with everything you need to build a safe, secure, and beautiful deck that enhances your home and lifestyle. Key Features: Expert Guidance : Benefit from the collective wisdom of seasoned professionals who share their best practices and insider tips on deck construction, ensuring your project is both safe and aesthetically pleasing. Comprehensive Coverage : This edition walks you through every crucial aspect of deck building, including: Tools and Materials : Discover everything you need from hardware to fasteners, flashing to finishes, equipping you with the knowledge to choose the right components for your deck. Deck Design : Explore creative design ideas, whether you want a small but elegant deck, a porch with a roof, or a layout that takes advantage of your natural surroundings, complete with decorative inlays and innovative lighting solutions. Deck Framing : Understand the fundamentals of loads, footings, and frame construction, including how to reinforce an old deck for safety. Avoid common pitfalls with a rundown of the "Top 10 Deck-Building Mistakes." Visual Inspiration : With over 400 photographs and illustrations, this guide offers visual guidance that will inspire you and help simplify complex concepts through a clear, step-by-step approach. Additional Features : Gain quick access to essential information on railings, stairs, benches, planters, decorative borders, custom sizing, and more, making it easier than ever to create the deck you envision., All pros on deck in the completely new edition of All New Building Decks . It's the ideal time to start thinking about your deck - either the one you already have that you want to fix up, or the one that you've been dreaming of building. Either way, All New Building Decks - the hot-off-the-press new edition of the bestselling favorite - will walk you through the steps, materials, and do's and don'ts for taking on your deck-building project. Get more tips, more advice, and more deck projects you can easily take on. All New Building Decks , a fresh collection of best advice from the experts at Fine Homebuilding , is deep with up-to-date content for designing and building a deck for your home. Our pros take you through every step of the process including: Tools and Materials: From hardware to fasteners, flashing to finish, this section covers everything you need to tackle your deck project. Deck Design: Create a small but elegant deck, take advantage of the natural views, build a porch with a roof deck, add in decorative inlays, and cull the brightest ideas for lighting. Deck Framing: Loads, footings, frames with steel - there's lots of ground to cover in your deck's frame. This section will also show you how to make an old deck safe as well as clue you into the "Top 10 Deck-Building Mistakes" so you won't fall into them 400 Photographs and Illustrations: if a picture paints a thousand words, imagine what 400 will do Follow along, get inspired, and let the step-by-step approach get you to your finished product easier than you thought. PLUS Gain quick access to everything you need to know about railings and stairs; benches, planters, and decorative borders; custom sizing and details; and more. Get started now and, in no time, your beautiful deck will be the key location for memorable parties and barbeques, lazy days with a good book, and an outdoor paradise where you can simply enjoy the season at hand. With the site-tested tips and techniques that Fine Homebuilding is known for, All New Building Decks will help you build the safe, secure, and beautiful deck you deserve., Elevate your outdoor living space with All New Building Decks , the completely updated edition of the bestselling classic from the experts at Fine Homebuilding. Whether you're looking to revamp your existing deck or build the outdoor oasis of your dreams, this comprehensive guide is packed with the latest tips, advice, and projects to help you successfully tackle your deck-building project from start to finish. Key Features: Expert Guidance : Benefit from the collective wisdom of seasoned professionals who share their best practices and insider tips on deck construction, ensuring your project is both safe and aesthetically pleasing. Comprehensive Coverage : This edition walks you through every crucial aspect of deck building, including: Tools and Materials : Discover everything you need from hardware to fasteners, flashing to finishes, equipping you with the knowledge to choose the right components for your deck. Deck Design : Explore creative design ideas, whether you want a small but elegant deck, a porch with a roof, or a layout that takes advantage of your natural surroundings, complete with decorative inlays and innovative lighting solutions. Deck Framing : Understand the fundamentals of loads, footings, and frame construction, including how to reinforce an old deck for safety. Avoid common pitfalls with a rundown of the "Top 10 Deck-Building Mistakes." Visual Inspiration : With over 400 photographs and illustrations, this guide offers visual guidance that will inspire you and help simplify complex concepts through a clear, step-by-step approach. Additional Features : Gain quick access to essential information on railings, stairs, benches, planters, decorative borders, custom sizing, and more, making it easier than ever to create the deck you envision. With the site-tested techniques that Fine Homebuilding is renowned for, All New Building Decks equips you with everything you need to build a safe, secure, and beautiful deck that enhances your home and lifestyle., This completely new edition from the editors of Fine Homebuilding provides all the advice you need to design and build a deck for any home. Our pros take you through every step of the process from picking out the proper materials and designing to take advantage of the views, through sizing your footings and making your ledger secure, to finishing up with custom railings and choosing the best finish for your project. In this collection you'll find the advice you need for even the trickiest of situations such as how to update that old deck to be safe or how to build a deck that stands up to a wildfire. With the site-tested tips and techniques that Fine Homebuilding is know for, All-New Building Decks will help you build the safe, secure, and beautiful deck you've always dreamed of.

LC Classification NumberTH4970.B8523 2015