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My deck dies in a funny pattern — does that mean this board is upside-down?
My deck looks like this after it rains.
One board and parts of others are damp for a long time after everything else has dried. What could cause this and is it hard to fix?
My only guess is ...
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How do I install concrete blocks to support deck stairs?
I just had a deck constructed and it failed inspection, partly because of missing concrete blocks where the steps meet the ground (see also my related question Deck handrail bracket). How would I go ...
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Deck handrail bracket
I just had a deck built and it failed inspection, partly because of the lack of a graspbable handrail (see also my related question Concrete blocks supporting deck stairs) . The current rail is a ...
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How high should I make my yurt platform?
I am building the floor/platform for a 30' yurt. It's basically a deck.
30' diameter circle
pre-cast concrete pier blocks
4" x 6" pressure treated joists, 4' o.c.
1 1/8" tongue-and-groove plywood ...
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How do I build a deck that is easy to take apart?
I spent the day taking apart the platform for a yurt. It was a real pain, and I want to make it easier to take apart next time.
Old deck construction details:
Decking was 1 1/8" tongue-and-groove ...
