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How to Build a Wood or Composite Deck

From planning and designing your deck, to choosing materials and finding a builder, we've got you covered! Learn how to build a deck step-by-step with these tutorials.

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 Pool Decks Pool Deck Ideas on a Budget A stylish poolside retreat doesn't have to come with an over-the-top price tag. Allow us to show you some easy and innovative ways to build a stunning pool deck that won't empty your wallet.
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 How to Design a Deck Selecting The Best Composite Decking Color For Your Home There are many composite decking color options. How do you select the right one for you?
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 How to Design a Deck Deck Railing Designs Learn about the newest and most stylish deck railings on the market. Browse pictures of wood, metal, glass, composite and cable rail systems.
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 Decking Installation Deck Replacement & Repair Costs Not sure whether to fix your old deck or tear it down? This guide explores the costs and pros and cons of repairing vs replacing your deck.
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 Decking Installation Dos & Don'ts for Homeowners to Consider When Building a Deck Your dream deck can take whatever shape you like. The trick is making it fit your budget and site conditions. While the deck doesn’t have to be built as a rectangle, there could be good reasons for doing just that.
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 Decking Installation Replacing Wood Deck Boards With Composite No; this is not a recommended practice.
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 Deck Cleaning How to Pressure Wash a Wood or Composite Deck Pressure washing your deck is the best way to keep your investment looking like new. Learn how to properly clean your wood deck with these tips from Decks.com.
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 Deck Cleaning How to Ink Stamps from Pressure Treated Lumber Ink stamps seen on pressure treated wood represents where the lumber came from and its grade. Learn a few tricks to remove this ink from your wood at Decks.com.
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 Deck Cleaning Best Deck Cleaner Options Discover the best deck cleaning and brightening solutions for composite decks, wood decks, and more. Learn how to remove dirt, mildew, and algae with Decks.com.
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Footings

Footings

Information related to installing frost footings for decks

Framing

Framing

Learn structural framing methods

Decking

Decking

Learn about wood and composite decking materials

Stairs

Stairs

An in-depth look at the complex issue of how to build stairs

Railings

Railings

How to install guardrails and handrails to meet IRC code

Features

Features

An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights

Design

Design

The basics of deck design

Planning

Planning

Learn about permits and working with contractors

Porches and Patios

Porches & Patios

Build a covered deck to enjoy all seasons

Ledger

Ledger

Proper attachment techniques

Care

Care

Maintain your deck to maintain your investment

Materials

Materials

An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights

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