Deck footings

Sizing deck footings made easy with this comprehensive guide.

Tips for forming deck piers, mixing concrete, and adding hardware for a grade-level deck.

Concrete deck blocks are primitive building materials that look similar to children’s toys that snap together to build things. Their purpose is to spread out the extreme concentrated loads at the bottom of wooden deck posts onto strong soil. They...

All aspects of deck footings and foundations discussed. How to build cement frost footings, and see other floating deck foundation options to best match your project. Detailed illustrations and articles.

There are three default footing spacing in Canada, 4’ (1.2m),6’ (1.8m) and 8’ (2.4m) provided by the Canadian Wood Council. A good start in figuring out a deck’s footings. The biggest controlling factor is the size of the beam. The larger and stronger the beam is the larger the footing space can be. Personally, I

When it comes to building a deck, homeowners must decide between using pier blocks or concrete footings. Pier blocks are easy to install and ideal for smaller decks built at or near ground level, while concrete footings require more labour but provide greater strength and stability for your deck. Consequently, the choice of which one

Are you building a deck? Find out how to frame and pour concrete deck footings and sonotubes to get a frost proof deck that resists heaving

Learn how to build a better deck with these expert tips. A veteran pro tells you his favorite deck construction tips that speed up the job, increase deck durability and improve quality.

When you’re looking to build a deck, there are many factors to take into consideration. One of the most important pieces to planning your deck is deciding what type of deck footings to use to

Learn deck footing alternatives like concrete piers and pin footings for your deck building projcet.

Avoid these common problems, and build a longer-lasting, safer deck.

Elevating a deck from the ground requires post. The post extending the footings from the ground to the underside of the beam. Is it better to set in concrete or rest on top of the concrete footing?

For a sturdy, long-lasting deck, size the joists correctly for the anticipated load and space them accordingly.

Terminology Of Decks When you start on a journey of planning, building, or updating a deck, there are a lot of terms you should know. Take a look at this graphic put together by Wood Magazine. If you’re a visual learner, it’s especially helpful. They’ve also defined all of the different terms. Armed with this information, you should feel confident moving forward with your wood deck construction. A deck is essentially an outdoor floor supported by a frame, posts, and footings secured in the…

The smaller the deck joists, the lower the deck can be to the ground. Also, the smaller the joists, the less the deck will cost. Which raises the question, can 2x6 be used for deck joists? Or are 2x6s to small for deck joists? You can use 2x6 as deck joists if the deck is

Deck footings are the most important part of a deck, for they support the entire deck. If a joist fails, its bad but can be repaired. A deck footing failing, and your entire deck will need to be rebuilt. Getting the deck footing right is essential to enjoying your deck for years to come. What

Building a deck starts with a sturdy foundation. Here are the steps I take when constructing the foundation for a deck.

When you're building a deck, the details matter.

This step by step diy project is about ground level deck plans. Building a deck level deck is a great outdoor project, as it will create a nice relation area.

Follow our do-it-yourself guide and learn how to build strong and sturdy deck footings to create a solid foundation for your deck.