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Replacing a ‘Deck House’ Deck

How a Midcentury Modern–style deck was restored to its former sleek aesthetic with... More

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When Hidden Defects Complicate a Simple Deck Replacement

Rotten sheathing was expected, but nobody guessed the condo's I-joist floor was... More

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Decks Over Roofs

Doug Horgan's three field-tested methods for building durable, leakproof decks... More

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Managing Wood Movement

Moisture causes wood to shrink and swell, but there are ways for carpenters to... More

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Pinning a Deck to Ledge

On a steep and rocky site, tall piers were the key to adding outdoor living space... More

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Strategies for Safe, Affordable Decks

Deck code expert Glenn Mathewson explains how to build more efficiently and trim... More

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Streamlined Ipe Decking Installation

Want straighter deck boards and more consistent gap? Try installing every third... More

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Bracketing the Deck Ledger Attachment

Instead of bolting the ledger directly to the house, this Maine builder hangs it... More

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Installing a Composite-Railing Kit

With this two-part design, no mounting brackets or fasteners connecting the... More

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