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Post Base Connectors
Post bases are hardware items designed to attach the deck's support posts to the top of the concrete footing pier. Post bases have an elevated bottom compartment with an opening that is designed to lock into a concrete anchor, which is embedded in the top of the concrete pier. The top of the post base straddles the wood support post and provides nail holes, which should be filled to add strength to the connection. The concrete anchor, post base and support post need to come together in a relatively small area. Planning ahead is essential. Make sure your framing lines up precisely with your footing locations. An adjustable post base is an option that gives you a little more room to work with.
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Capped Composite Decking
What is capped composite decking? It's a great option if you like the look of wood but not the maintenance. Learn about capped composite at Decks.com.
Cross Timbers
Cross Timbers composite decking material is manufactured by Elk Corp. in Dallas, TX.
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Cutting a Concrete Pad
Learn how to use a concrete saw to cut a hole in a patio slab to install a deck footing.
Bigfoot Footings
Learn about the advantages of using Bigfoot systems concrete footing forms. Research their testing and code compliance reports.
Deck Footing Depth
Find out how deep you need to dig your footings in your area. Look at our U.S. map of extreme frost penetration.
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Post Base Connectors
Post bases are hardware items designed to attach the deck's support posts to the top of the concrete footing pier. Post bases have an elevated bottom compartment with an opening that is designed to lock into a concrete anchor, which is embedded in the top of the concrete pier. The top of the post base straddles the wood support post and provides nail holes, which should be filled to add strength to the connection. The concrete anchor, post base and support post need to come together in a relatively small area. Planning ahead is essential. Make sure your framing lines up precisely with your footing locations. An adjustable post base is an option that gives you a little more room to work with.
Save
Capped Composite Decking
What is capped composite decking? It's a great option if you like the look of wood but not the maintenance. Learn about capped composite at Decks.com.
Cross Timbers
Cross Timbers composite decking material is manufactured by Elk Corp. in Dallas, TX.
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Explore Articles by Topic
Footings
Information related to installing frost footings for decks
Framing
Learn structural framing methods
Decking
Learn about wood and composite decking materials
Stairs
An in-depth look at the complex issue of how to build stairs
Railings
How to install guardrails and handrails to meet IRC code
Features
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights
Design
The basics of deck design
Planning
Learn about permits and working with contractors
Porches & Patios
Build a covered deck to enjoy all seasons
Ledger
Proper attachment techniques
Care
Maintain your deck to maintain your investment
Materials
An overview on water drainage, benches, planters and lights