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Make Sturdy Post Connections
Use galvanized threaded rods to stabilize the rail posts at the bottom of deck stairs.
Installing Deck Railing Posts
Lateral-tension hardware provides a rock-solid connection for your deck posts.
How to Install Cable Rail Around Wood-Post Corners
Use these tips to keep cables tight and straight for a professional-looking deck-railing job.
Code-Compliant Guardrail Post Connections
Resource guide for guardrail post framing connections using metal hardware
Options for Fastening Deck Posts to Footings
These hardware and fastener options are as much about lateral loads and uplift as they are about solid bearing surfaces.
Options for Fastening Beams to Deck Posts
Get an overview of post-to-beam hardware choices for single, double, and triple beams.
Building Strong Deck Stairs
Learn several fool-proof methods for supporting and connecting stringers and guardrails when building an outdoor staircase.
Make a Simple Template to Install Deck-Rail Cables
Using a jig to install deck cable rail is essential for a fast, accurate layout.
9 Tips for Building a Better Deck
Tips for building better decks given to us and now passed along to you.

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