Before embarking on a deck installation project, proper preparation of your outdoor space is essential to ensure a successful and long-lasting result. From evaluating the site conditions to obtaining ...

Q: I need to install a deck ledger board against a house with wood lap siding. Soon I’ll be doing the same on a brick home. What is the proper way to install flashing so I don’t get any leaks where ...

Building Teams have been using steel decks with proven success for 75 years. Building Design+Construction consulted with technical experts from the Steel Deck Institute and the deck manufacturing ...

Dear James: I am building a large new L-shaped deck. I am not sure about how to position and attach the decking boards because of the L shape. Do you have any tips? -- Greg S. Dear Greg: Fitting and ...

Q. I need to install a deck ledger board against a house with wood lap siding. Soon I'll be doing the same on a brick home. What is the proper way to install flashing so I don't get any leaks where ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Making your deck your own is important and it can add serious value to your home, so installing a modern cable deck railing could be a great ...

It can be produced in strips to be used during deck installation, or as a plug, to be inserted after the decking has already been installed. It is placed between the underside of the deck flute and ...