building decks?

Question

plannes for building decks and patios

Answer 1

Here's some preliminary considerations before designing a deck:
Where will the deck be located on the house? We suggest you design your space like a room on your home. You wouldn't end a room in the middle of a window. Keep the parameter of your deck away from your windows by two feet or you will be looking out the window at a rail. Most decks have an entrance to the home at the kitchen. Walking out flush onto the deck is the most desirable elevation. But if you live in an area of the country where there is snowfall, you may want to step down a step or two to keep standing snow away from the door threshold and laying against the door. There are obstacles that extrude from the house that often get overlooked. You most likely will need to deal with or avoid water spigots, dryer vents, windows below the deck, down spouts, etc. Building your deck lower than these problem areas will save you some money.



http://www.decks.com/article7.aspx

Answer 2

For low-maintenance, non-slip performance, surface composites are a great choice, because they don’t rot or splinter and need no waterproofing or sealing. - See more at: http://www.miconstruguia.com/en/how-to-build-a-deck/

Answer 3

I build them and don't do links or plans here. What is it you wish to know.

With more detail I'd be happy to offer suggestions just as number 1 graciously did.

Steven Wolf