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Building the Farmers Porch
Larry Begins by installing the ledger to the frame of the home for the new deck. Bob talks to the contractor regarding the ... |
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Building the Porch Rail
The carpenter shows Bob the railing on the deck off the master bedroom. Explaining that code requires it to be 36 inches tall. ... |
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Building the Rooftop Deck Using Ipe
Bob is up on the roof of the Waterfront Warehouse Rehab project building to observe the deck installation. The hardwood deck ... |
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Care and Repair of Outdoor Furniture
With living spaces now extending into the lawn and garden, outdoor furniture has taken on new importance. Caring for that ... |
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Choosing and Using a Pressure Washer
These handy tools are a great way to handle heavy-duty cleaning jobs around the house. Here is what you need to know to choose ... |
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Composite Deck Installation
In the middle of a Berkshire forest Jim Precht from Advanced Environmental Recycling Technology (AERT) shows off a recycled ... |
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Composite Deck Railing Installation
In this segment Bob watches the crew install the railing on the deck. The composite railing product comes pre-milled to ... |
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Concrete Pool Decks
A concrete pool deck must be safe, slip-resistant, and easy on the feet. Creating a deck that will last is another issue. ... |
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Constructing Custom Reccessed Bulkhead Door
Bob meets Larry Landers, who is working on the access to the old bulkhead, a trapdoor, essentially. The trapdoor is kept in ... |
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Container Gardening 101
Some of the most spectacular gardens found anywhere are on the rooftops and patios of the world's largest cities. |
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Deck Building
Here are some basic things to remember when building your own deck. Attach the joist hangers 16 inches apart on center to the ... |
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Deck Cleaning
Chlorine bleach is excellent for removal of mold, mildew and algae, but it also can cause premature failure of the coating. ... |
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Deck Demolition
Bob and Ryley begin demo on the deck in the back of the house. The supporting beams are cut and the deck parts are carried ... |
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Deck Lumber
When building a deck or other outdoor platform, don't use lumber wider than 6 inches. Ponding water on wide boards can lead to ... |
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Deck Maintenance
Occasionally, deck boards need to be replaced due to wear and tear. Using rustproof deck screws when installing the boards ... |
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Deck Maintenance: Sealing and Staining
To ensure a safe deck with a long life, you need to properly maintain it. Sealing or staining the deck protects it from ... |
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Deck Nailing
When building a deck, always nail a thinner member to a thicker member. Hot-dipped zinc-coated nails are a good choice. For ... |
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Deck Nails
Take extra care when nailing your deck. Instead of driving the nails completely in with a hammer. Use a nail set to finish off ... |
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Deck Staining
When staining your deck, be careful not to apply too much of the stain. You don't want to get surface film on the wood when ... |
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Decks as Outdoor Rooms
Decks are living rooms, breakfast rooms, exercise rooms, rooms for sunbathing, rooms for gatherings of friends and family, ... |
