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Where can I search for easy and creative "do it yourself deck plans" for my backyard?
I wouldn't recommend building a deck if you're a beginner. It requires much skill and experience. But if you want to give it a go, I'd recommend http://www.decks.com/deckbuilding
Getting Help When Building A Deck?
Even after finding deck designs and acquiring the proper permits, there can still be some problems when building a deck. One factor that is sometimes overlooked is how much extra help will be needed. Building a deck will almost always require more than one person. Ensuring that help is available means that a second set of eyes can help to find mistakes and a second set of hands can make measuring and placing parts of the deck much easier and more accurate.
Are construction plans available for a deck pool?
This would be quite complicated. You should probably ask a carpenter or contractor to do this. It requires much experience and skill. This website may help: http://www.deckplans.com/free-deck-plans
How much to stain a two story condo?
Your answer depends on the square footage to be covered, and not the height of the building.
Do Everything At The Same Time?
When you add a gazebo to a deck, you need to get all of the right dimensions before you begin. If you add a larger gazebo than the deck will allow, you risk making the deck look like a much different size. The best way to add a gazebo to a deck is to do it while you are building the deck itself.
Where can I get covered deck plans?
I checked out Deckplans.com and they have plans in all different kinds that are easy to read and user friendly. Even someone without much experience in building stuff would be able to read and maybe even be able to put together one of these decks from the plans they offer.
Are there free plans available for building gazebos?
Yes there is free plans for building gazebos. Freedeckplans is a great place to look for deck plans and gazebos and they also tell you how much the materials are.
Start With The Floor?
Building a deck takes time to do. You also need to know how much wood you need, what kind of wood you need, and how big you want to make the deck. You should start with the floor of the deck. Don't add the rails on the sides until you are sure of the width and length of the deck. Then, add the rails on each side and the front and back of the deck.
Which is easier to build, a deck, or a patio?
A deck would be the easier rout as apposed to building a patio, it consumes less time, and it can be built on a much smaller budget, so that's the way to go all around.
Succeeding With Deck Building?
For obvious reasons, deck building can prove difficult depending upon the size of the project. An individual should never hesitate to seek out professional assistance with the building of their deck. Making a mistake can be a costly affair under any circumstances. With that in mind, acquiring help from the professionals will usually not cost too much money. In all cases, it is the smartest option for the average person who lacks the proper amount of experience.
If you were building a 12x12 deck would you use all 12ft deck boards or stagger 4's and 8's?
Stay with the 12 footers, saves so much time and will be plenty strong enough since your deck is not bearing a constant load such as walls and a roof.
How much to charge to build a deck not including materials?
It certainly depends on location, material type, and skill level. If you are a professional carpenter you could probably charge about $10 / sq ft.
