How To Build Your Own Deck;

Would you like to build your own deck, but don't really know how to start?

Whether you want a large or a small deck you can find the job overwhelming if you haven't built a deck before. This book gives you simple to follow advice and guidance so you can avoid the common mistakes people make when building a deck at home.

You will be able to determine exactly what you need, set a budget and create an amazing looking deck at home.

- Decking Basics - an introduction to the basics of decking so you have an understanding of the parts used in a deck and the structural requirements

- Planning and Designing Your Deck - learn the building codes and everything you need to know to plan your deck, including loading considerations, tools required and working with building inspectors to ensure your deck is safe. You will also learn how to draw your deck and create a checklist of materials required to build your deck

- Structural Support - find out the structural supports required by decking in order to make sure it is safe and secure

- The Footings - discover where you need to put the footings, how to pour them and ensure that they are secure, including avoiding the mistakes people often make with the footings

- Installing Posts and Beams - learn how to put these in place so that they are in the right place, secure and ready for you to lay the decking

- Laying The Decking - with your deck almost done you need to know how to lay the decking correctly so that you can get years of enjoyment from your deck

- Installing Stairs and Railings - you will be guided how to install these securely on your deck

A deck can add a lot of value and enjoyment to your home as it makes the outside space more usable as well as adding to the resale value of your property. With this simple to follow guide you learn everything you need to consider when building your deck so that you have something to be proud of and show off to your friends and family.

Enjoy planning, designing and building your deck and discover how you can build your own deck at home today, even if you have never hammered a nail in before!