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Guide to Deck Framing
12 Articles and Videos that show you how to build a deck that is safe, solid, and secure.
If you want your deck to last—and, more importantly, be a safe place to spend time with your family and friends—you need to start with a solid foundation and a sturdy frame. Fortunately, there are clear guidelines and time-tested techniques for installing the foundation, posts, beams, ledgers, and joists when framing a deck. Fine Homebuilding has worked with numerous deck-building pros over the years to create concise, detailed explanations of everything you need to consider. Here we’ve collected 12 of our best resources to help you get your dream deck off to a good start.
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How to Install and Flash a Deck Ledger, Start to Finish -
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Attach a Deck to Any Wall -
How-To
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A Solid Deck Begins with Concrete Piers -
How-To
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Get Critical Deck Connections Right -
Design
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Making Sense of Snow Loads When Building Decks -
How-To
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Online Calculators Help Cover Deck-Load Requirements -
How-To
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Get Your Deck Joists Right -
How-To
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Smart Deck-Framing Strategies -
How-To
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Top 10 Deck-Building Mistakes -
How-To
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8 Ways to Make an Old Deck Safe -
How-To
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How to Install Joist Hangers -
How-To
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A Homeowner’s Guide to Deck Permits
