Deck construction

An elevated deck (also called a raised deck) offers a great outdoor extension of your indoor living space. While it's not a job for beginners, adding a deck is a good DIY project with the right planning, skills, and equipment. We'll walk...

A ground-level deck can be built from 2×6 if the span is less than 9’0″ (2.73m), using ground contact treated lumber. Under a 2×6 deck, the ground will need to be covered to prevent weed growth through the decking on such a low deck. The decking needs to be designed for ground contact or sufficiently raised off the ground to prevent rot.

Leaning against a deck railing exerts a large force at the bottom of the railing posts. To build a safe railing, follow these guidelines based on the latest building codes and best building practices.

Looking to add an extra level of intrigue and beauty to your backyard deck? Consider building a cantilever deck. A cantilever deck is a great way to expand your outdoor living space and take advantage of views that would be unavailable with a...

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Ground-level decks that are floating (not attached to a structure) are easier to build and cost less than standard deck construction. Here’s what you need to know before you begin.

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Whether you’re pioneering your very first deck build or are a seasoned pro looking to refine your techniques, you’ve landed in the right place. Follow along as we walk you through the essential yet often overlooked aspects of deck construction—deck...

A deck will offer extra square footage, visual interest, and make it easier to enjoy your yard. Check out these deck plans to build your own.

Deck footings

Veteran deck-builder and contributing editor Mike Guertin describes the prescriptive solutions in the 2021 International Residential Code for attaching guard posts to deck framing for a safe and secure guard system. Guertin describes the proprietary hardware used to reinforce the connections, and uses a series of detailed illustrations to demonstrate 12 different code-compliant post-to-frame attachments.

Family Handyman editor Mike Berner walks you through the process of building a deck from concept to finishing touches.

There are three default footing spacing in Canada, 4’ (1.2m),6’ (1.8m) and 8’ (2.4m) provided by the Canadian Wood Council. A good start in figuring out a deck’s footings. The biggest controlling factor is the size of the beam. The larger and stronger the beam is the larger the footing space can be. Personally, I

A safe, long-lasting deck frame needs proper footings, support posts and a solid construction. We’ll show you how to build a deck frame. See the complete deck project from design to finishing touches at Lowes.com/BuildaDeck.

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Now that you’ve planned your floating deck and laid out the building area, it’s time to frame the deck. Part two of our How to Build a Floating Deck series shows you how to cut the framing pieces and build the deck frame. Once the frame is complete, you’ll move on to installing the decking.