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Alright I made a mistake...

We decided to add a frame to our approved deck plan, but the frame was made too wide and part of the deck boards (about 6") are hanging and not connected to the joist.

While I know adding extra blocking is an option, I wonder if there is a quicker way for the end-to-width connection without modifying the frame.

Thanks everyone!

Deck end to width connection

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    Not unless you like "bouncy."
    – Huesmann
    Nov 21 at 16:26
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    Not really in this case :)
    – Jarvis Du
    Nov 21 at 16:34
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    Then bite the bullet and block.
    – Huesmann
    Nov 21 at 16:35
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    Someone has to post that as an answer. Since I'm fourth in line I'd rather not.
    – isherwood
    Nov 21 at 16:51
  • I put a short one in so we have one, but I'm not going to be upset if someone writes a longer one.
    – KMJ
    Nov 21 at 19:25

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No. Add the framing. Even if you could fasten the ends to the crosswise board, you'll just end up with the composite board splitting at some point.

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