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Try using the plans from this site. www.deckplans.com I used them to build my pool deck. The plans were free. They use a floating deck system. It r...
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ViewsI cannot help you on what type of wood is on your deck. If you have a scrap of your deck board bring it to a lumberyard. There they can tell you wh...
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ViewsSome new deck stains are designed to apply right away after the deck is built. I believe that you should wait until the deck is dry before staining...
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ViewsAs long as it is dry, go ahead and stain it. Test the lumber for dryness by sprinkling water on the surface. If it soaks in readily, the surface is...
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ViewsHi B Mitchell, One note on power washing everyone should know. This can cause damage to the wood fibers if done incorrectly. Too much power in the...
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ViewsAre you using pressured treated wood? Because concert absorbs the water which in turns is absorbed into the wood. You will run into problems down t...
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ViewsThe Deck Blocks I used are 6" distance from bottom of block to bottom of lumber slot. You have two options for you deck over you patio. Dig up...
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ViewsAs to your deck boards not being sealed, I would use an Oxygenated Bleach to clean and remove any weathering and mold from the deck. I used it on m...
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ViewsYou might try using a product call Dek-Block. I used them to build my floating pool deck. They are easy to use. If you use them, place them on your...
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ViewsFor weather decks, like mine I first cleaned the deck using an Oxygenated Bleach. I have photos before and after using an oygenated bleach. In th...
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ViewsThe differences are in the design. If you are going to build a deck with frost footers then you will not need 65 blocks. However, if you are going ...
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ViewsWas the wood dry before applying the deck sealer? If not this can cause the product not to adhere to the wood cause moisture to develop under the s...
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ViewsScrews are the best for keeping the deck seated. While nails do rise at time square driver screws stay put. "Square drive screws offer markedly mor...
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ViewsI have collected some information on deck staining. I like Cabot Stain and sealers myself. You can find the info here at http://decks.hemmingsjones...
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ViewsWhen To Stain: There are many different opinions on this subject some say wait a year other say like wait 3 weeks. There is no rule to this. If yo...
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ViewsFYI, If anyone is interested in building a deck with a wood that is dimensionally stable and resists twisting and warping. It will remain smooth, s...
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ViewsAgain it depends on what deck material you are using and what part of the country you are from. My rule is for PT decking. Most people use this bec...
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ViewsRule Of Thumb There are many different opinions on this subject some say wait a year other say like wait 3 weeks. There is no rule to this. If you...
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ViewsIf you want some good information on what fasteners to use on ACQ lumber go to this site. It has some info on the fist page and more on the links...
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ViewsIf you are using Red Cedar post they will last about 15 to 20 years (Western Red Cedar). A lot of the non-aromatic cedars are not very decay resis...
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