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How to Build a Floating Deck: Easy DIY Backyard Transformation

Want a better backyard but feel overwhelmed at the idea of major construction? We get it — building a traditional deck can seem expensive, complicated, and downright intimidating. That’s exactly why ...
The Washington Post

Building a deck that won’t collapse begins with solid footings

Q: Tim, you helped me years ago, and now I’m back. I’m going to build a free-standing deck at my house during my vacation. After watching lots of online videos, I’m somewhat confused about how to ...
Architectural Digest

DIY Diary: The Final Deck Reveal

Hi, I’m digital design writer Zoë Sessums. Follow along each week as I try my hand at a DIY project in and around my house. I’ll cover the inspiration, expert advice, and step-by-step plans of ...
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DIY Build a Freestanding Deck

By Matt Weber Build a Freestanding Cantilevered Deck Supported by Parallel Beams. Around Alabama, where EHT is headquartered, most decks are connected to the side of a house with a ledger board ...
Columbus Dispatch

Properly installed concrete deck piers can rise above soil level

Q: I’m concerned about the concrete deck base that is fully above ground at my new home. The other decks in our development have the concrete piers below ground. Shouldn’t the concrete be completely ...
The Spokesman-Review

Ask the Builder: How to ensure your concrete deck piers won’t fail

Q. I’m concerned about the concrete deck base that’s fully above ground at my new home. The other decks in our development have the concrete piers below ground. Shouldn’t the concrete be completely ...